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INTRODUCTION
Resource Innovations is seeking a Technical Writer & Editor to join our Stakeholder Engagement and Communications team. This position will be part of a dynamic, cross-functional team implementing the engagement and communication strategy across channels and platforms for California’s market transformation program. CalMTA is focused on developing initiatives that accelerate adoption of emerging and underutilized energy efficiency technologies, services, and practices resulting in significant environmental and social benefits. There is a strong preference for California residents, but remote candidates will be considered.
As a Technical Writer & Editor, you will perform a range of tasks supporting report and publication releases and other communications and outreach activities for CalMTA. This includes writing and reviewing reports and other material explaining CalMTA’s work and outcomes. This position works collaboratively with internal teams as well as external parties to finalize market characterization and other studies, synthesize technical information into concise and informative narratives that help tell the story of how market transformation is progressing in California.
Candidates must have strong communication and time management skills with experience coordinating multiple high-quality deliverables on tight deadlines. Successful candidates will be proactive in developing new solutions and processes, adaptable to change and enjoy working in a dynamic environment. Our team is dedicated to energy efficiency through the tool of market transformation, and this is a unique opportunity to have a meaningful impact on energy efficiency program designs that support equity and will help solve climate change issues, while working for a great company.
YOUR ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Works with our engagement and communications team in:
- Researching and writing reports and creating content for other materials summarizing CalMTA’s work and initiatives.
- Providing technical copy editing, fact check, and sourcing of reports and studies developed by partners and contractors.
- Concepting and creating high quality, data driven visuals to support the sharing of information.
- Developing presentation material that delivers on key messages and outcomes.
- Supporting document production and adherence to CalMTA brand standards and messaging.
- Participating in planning and execution of activities to promote CalMTA activities and progress.
- Functions as a cooperative and cohesive member of project teams.
- Other duties as assigned.
REQUIREMENTS
- Must be located in the state of California.
- B.S. or B.A. preferred.
- 5+ years work experience in energy efficiency and subject matter knowledge.
- Excellent written and verbal communications skills.
- Experience writing and editing a range of technical documents and marketing documents.
- Comfortable working with technical material for editing, fact checking, and citing work.
- Experience with data visualization and concepting technical content for graphical representation.
- Proficiency in the Microsoft Suite particularly formatting styles in Word and PowerPoint.
- Highly motivated and positive attitude.
- Superior organization and time management skills.
- Commitment to high-quality partner and team service and the ability to address issues/concerns.
- Excellent attention to detail with the ability to think critically in a fast-paced environment.
- Flexibility to work with a variety of team members and dynamic project demands.
- Interest or experience in a field related to energy or sustainability.
- High degree of inter-cultural sensitivity and inclusiveness.
BENEFITS
Resource Innovations offers competitive salaries based on a candidate's skills, experience and qualifications for the position. The compensation range for the base salary for this position is $72,000-$122,000. In addition to base pay, employees may be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus. The stated salary represents the expected compensation for this position. Final compensation will be determined based on factors such as the candidate's experience, education and location.
At Resource Innovations, we believe supporting our people is essential to delivering impact. We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to promote health, financial security, and work-life balance. This includes three weeks of paid vacation annually, paid holidays, a 401(k) retirement plan with employer match, medical, dental and vision coverage, parental leave, an employee assistance program, commuter benefits, and additional supplemental offerings.
Employment with Resource Innovations is contingent upon the successful completion of a comprehensive background check and reference check. If applicable to the position, a pre-employment drug screen may also be required.
The above job description and job requirements are not intended to be all inclusive. Resource Innovations retains the right to make changes or adjustments to job descriptions and/or job requirements at any time without notice.
Resource Innovations is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, disability, marital status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other protected status. In addition to federal law requirements, Resource Innovations complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company does work.
INTRODUCTION
Resource Innovations is seeking a Technical Writer & Editor to join our Stakeholder Engagement and Communications team. This position will be part of a dynamic, cross-functional team implementing the engagement and communication strategy across channels and platforms for California’s market transformation program. CalMTA is focused on developing initiatives that accelerate adoption of emerging and underutilized energy efficiency technologies, services, and practices resulting in significant environmental and social benefits. There is a strong preference for California residents, but remote candidates will be considered.
As a Technical Writer & Editor, you will perform a range of tasks supporting report and publication releases and other communications and outreach activities for CalMTA. This includes writing and reviewing reports and other material explaining CalMTA’s work and outcomes. This position works collaboratively with internal teams as well as external parties to finalize market characterization and other studies, synthesize technical information into concise and informative narratives that help tell the story of how market transformation is progressing in California.
Candidates must have strong communication and time management skills with experience coordinating multiple high-quality deliverables on tight deadlines. Successful candidates will be proactive in developing new solutions and processes, adaptable to change and enjoy working in a dynamic environment. Our team is dedicated to energy efficiency through the tool of market transformation, and this is a unique opportunity to have a meaningful impact on energy efficiency program designs that support equity and will help solve climate change issues, while working for a great company.
YOUR ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Works with our engagement and communications team in:
- Researching and writing reports and creating content for other materials summarizing CalMTA’s work and initiatives.
- Providing technical copy editing, fact check, and sourcing of reports and studies developed by partners and contractors.
- Concepting and creating high quality, data driven visuals to support the sharing of information.
- Developing presentation material that delivers on key messages and outcomes.
- Supporting document production and adherence to CalMTA brand standards and messaging.
- Participating in planning and execution of activities to promote CalMTA activities and progress.
- Functions as a cooperative and cohesive member of project teams.
- Other duties as assigned.
REQUIREMENTS
- Must be located in the state of California.
- B.S. or B.A. preferred.
- 5+ years work experience in energy efficiency and subject matter knowledge.
- Excellent written and verbal communications skills.
- Experience writing and editing a range of technical documents and marketing documents.
- Comfortable working with technical material for editing, fact checking, and citing work.
- Experience with data visualization and concepting technical content for graphical representation.
- Proficiency in the Microsoft Suite particularly formatting styles in Word and PowerPoint.
- Highly motivated and positive attitude.
- Superior organization and time management skills.
- Commitment to high-quality partner and team service and the ability to address issues/concerns.
- Excellent attention to detail with the ability to think critically in a fast-paced environment.
- Flexibility to work with a variety of team members and dynamic project demands.
- Interest or experience in a field related to energy or sustainability.
- High degree of inter-cultural sensitivity and inclusiveness.
BENEFITS
Resource Innovations offers competitive salaries based on a candidate's skills, experience and qualifications for the position. The compensation range for the base salary for this position is $72,000-$122,000. In addition to base pay, employees may be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus. The stated salary represents the expected compensation for this position. Final compensation will be determined based on factors such as the candidate's experience, education and location.
At Resource Innovations, we believe supporting our people is essential to delivering impact. We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to promote health, financial security, and work-life balance. This includes three weeks of paid vacation annually, paid holidays, a 401(k) retirement plan with employer match, medical, dental and vision coverage, parental leave, an employee assistance program, commuter benefits, and additional supplemental offerings.
Employment with Resource Innovations is contingent upon the successful completion of a comprehensive background check and reference check. If applicable to the position, a pre-employment drug screen may also be required.
The above job description and job requirements are not intended to be all inclusive. Resource Innovations retains the right to make changes or adjustments to job descriptions and/or job requirements at any time without notice.
Resource Innovations is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, disability, marital status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other protected status. In addition to federal law requirements, Resource Innovations complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company does work.
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A snapshot from current openings nationwide, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Collabera4
- Anthropic2
- Infojini2
- KBR2
- AHU Technologies1
Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software15
- Consulting & Professional Services7
- Science & Research2
- Aerospace & Defense1
- Artificial Intelligence1
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in technical editor jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in English, communications, technical writing, or a related field
- Proficiency with structured authoring tools such as MadCap Flare, Oxygen XML, or FrameMaker
- Experience editing technical documentation including API references, user guides, or specifications
- Familiarity with a recognized style guide such as Microsoft Writing Style Guide or Chicago Manual of Style
- Ability to manage multiple review cycles and meet deadlines in an Agile or iterative publishing workflow
- Experience with content management systems or docs-as-code workflows using Git or similar version control
Tips for Your Technical Editor Job Search
Tailor your resume to documentation tools
List the specific tools you've used: MadCap Flare, Oxygen XML, Confluence, or Adobe FrameMaker. Recruiters screening technical editor resumes scan for tool names first, so burying them in a summary paragraph instead of a skills section costs you interviews.
Build a portfolio with diverse sample types
Include at least one API reference doc, one procedural guide, and one edited version showing tracked changes alongside the original. Hiring managers want to see your editorial judgment, not just polished final output that could have been written by anyone.
Filter openings by documentation methodology
Job postings that mention DITA, docs-as-code, or structured authoring signal a very different workflow than those asking for Word-based editing. Applying only to roles that match your methodology saves time and puts you in front of teams where you'll ramp up faster.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists technical editor openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare a style guide critique for interviews
Many technical editor interviews include a live editing exercise or ask you to critique a document. Practice marking up a publicly available style guide or product manual in advance so you can articulate specific choices around voice, terminology consistency, and information architecture under pressure.
Negotiate scope before accepting an offer
Technical editor roles vary widely in whether you own the style guide, manage SME relationships, or do purely copy-level editing. Clarify the scope in writing before you accept so your day-to-day matches what was described in the interview.
Technical Editor Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most technical editors?
The companies hiring the most technical editors right now include Collabera, Anthropic, and Infojini, with the largest share of openings in California, Texas, and Illinois, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Demand is especially consistent at software companies, federal contractors, and healthcare technology firms.
How many technical editor jobs are remote?
About 32% of technical editor openings are fully remote or hybrid as of June 2026, making it one of the more location-flexible roles in the writing field. API documentation and software user guide positions are the most likely to be fully remote, while roles tied to regulated industries like medical devices or aerospace more often require on-site or hybrid arrangements.
How do you become a technical editor?
Start by building a portfolio of edited technical documents, including at least one before-and-after sample that shows your changes and the reasoning behind them. Learn one or two industry-standard authoring tools and familiarize yourself with a major style guide. Entry-level roles in technical writing often serve as the fastest path in, since hands-on documentation experience carries more weight with hiring managers than a generalist editing background alone.
Can you get a technical editor job with little experience?
Yes, entry-level technical editor roles exist, but you'll need a portfolio to substitute for work history. Volunteer to edit open-source documentation projects, contribute to a nonprofit's instructional content, or edit a colleague's technical report and document your process. Demonstrating that you can apply a style guide consistently and communicate editorial decisions clearly matters more than years on a resume at the junior level.
What does the technical editor interview process look like?
Most technical editor interviews include a take-home or live editing exercise using a real or sample document, followed by a discussion of the changes you made and why. Expect questions about how you handle disagreements with subject-matter experts, how you maintain consistency across a large documentation set, and which style guides or tools you've worked with. Final rounds often involve a conversation with the documentation lead or an engineering stakeholder.
Where can I find and apply to technical editor jobs?
You can find and apply to technical editor jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Find roles that match your background and apply directly to each listing without leaving the platform.
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