Technical Writer

Requisition ID: 2026\-4576 Job Summary: Artemis is seeking a full\-time Technical Writer to support the Federal Highway Administration’s (FHWA) Office of Research, Development, and Technology (RD\&T) at the Turner\-Fairbank Highway Research Center (TFHRC). The Technical Writer will be responsible for researching, writing, and editing a wide range of technical and communications products, from one\-page fact sheets to complex research reports exceeding 500 pages. This role serves as a bridge between subject matter experts and diverse audiences, translating complex engineering and research concepts into clear, accurate, and accessible content that meets federal publishing standards. The Technical Writer role requires a self\-starter, proactive problem solver and action\-oriented team player with previous experience in technical writing, editing, and publication support within a fast\-paced government or research communications environment. This position needs an individual that is committed to providing superior service, poised under pressure and has a positive and flexible attitude. This is a contingent hire position. Offers will be contingent upon client approval, ability to meet security requirements, and the ability to adhere to any on\-site requirements (which may change at contract award). Remote work is anticipated. However, occasional travel for client engagements may be required. Primary Responsibilities: * Research, write, and edit original content for technical reports, magazine features, newsletters, fact sheets, brochures, user manuals, and other research communications products. * Collaborate with engineers, researchers, and subject matter experts to translate complex technical and engineering concepts into clear, accurate narratives for both technical and general audiences. * Provide substantive editing, copyediting, and proofreading across all stages of production, correcting grammar, spelling, style, punctuation, and logical flow. * Verify technical accuracy through interviews, research, and fact\-checking, ensuring tables, schematics, and figures are seamlessly integrated with the narrative text. * Ensure all content conforms to the GPO Style Manual, the Chicago Manual of Style, and the TFHRC RD\&T Communication Reference Guide. * Maintain compliance with Section 508 accessibility requirements and manage copyright permissions and attributions for all written materials. * Manage the full lifecycle of assigned documents and articles, from outline and interviews through multiple review cycles to final publication, while maintaining version control. * Coordinate review and approval of written materials with designated FHWA contacts and, when necessary, external stakeholders. Minimum Qualifications: * 5\-10 years of professional experience in technical writing, editing, and publishing. * Bachelor’s degree in Technical Writing, English, Communications, Journalism, or a related scientific/technical field. * Demonstrated expe