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Technical Editor – Los Alamos, NM

Tetra Tech · Los Alamos, NM, USA ·

Pay:
$75,000-$100,000/yr
Job type:
Contract

Tech2 Solutions (T2S) is a critical subcontractor on the N3B Los Alamos LLC team and will be providing program management and technical services in support of the ground & surface water monitoring program at the U.S. Department of Energy’s Los Alamos National Laboratory. You can also find more information about the Los Alamos Surface Water Program here: https://ext.em-la.doe.gov/IPS/

T2S is a full-service engineering and environmental consulting company with a worldwide reach in the areas of environmental monitoring and remediation, national security, systems engineering, data management and analytics for both federal and commercial customers.

T2S is adding a Technical Editor to provide independent editing, formatting, and quality control support for complex technical, scientific, and regulatory deliverables supporting DOE and LANL programs. This role works closely with project managers and subject matter experts to ensure high-quality, compliant submittals.

Essential Job Functions

Edit and format complex technical, scientific, and regulatory documents for clarity, consistency, accuracy, and compliance

Ensure documents meet DOE, LANL, N3B, and project-specific requirements

Coordinate directly with technical authors, project managers, and SMEs

Apply advanced Word styles, templates, cross-references, and track changes

Manage document control, versioning, and review workflows

Support QA/QC processes and final client‑ready deliverables

Participate in internal and client-facing technical meetings as needed

Conduct activities in line with internal procedures, legislation, and industry standards

Pursue continuous professional development and maintain a high degree of discipline knowledge and awareness

Work in a safe manner at all times and report all health and safety incidents and concerns

Additional duties as required

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in English, Communications, Technical Writing, or related field (or equivalent experience)

5+ years of experience editing technical, scientific, or regulatory documents

Experience supporting engineering, environmental, DOE, or national laboratory programs preferred

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word

Ability to manage multiple deadlines independently

Must possess a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record without restrictions

Must be a U.S. Citizen

Physical Requirements

Ability to sit for extended periods working at a computer

Ability to review large, detailed technical documents

Ability to lift up to 10 lbs. as needed

Office-based, remote, or hybrid work environment

May require onsite work at DOE or national laboratory facilities

Standard business hours with flexibility to meet project deadlines

Benefits

Flexibility and company-wide commitment to work/life balance

Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees

Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth

A pre-employment drug screen in compliance with federal regulations is required, along with a physical if needed.

Compensation
Pay commensurate with experience. Pay Range: $75,000 – $100,000 annually.

Tetra Tech is a Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, marital or familial status, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans.

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