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Washington, DC ยท On-site

$40 - $45/hr

Four (4) years professional writing experience in a technical and/or customer focused environment. * Proficient in the use of the Microsoft Office Suite and software tools necessary to create and ...

The ideal candidate is a strong technical writer with experience in a software or cloud-based environment who is comfortable working in Git-based repositories and collaborating closely with ...

Technical Writer

Glendale, AZ ยท On-site

$33/hr

Must Have: - Technical writing experience in manufacturing or operations environments - Supply Chain and Warehouse process knowledge - SAP-related process documentation experience - Solar module ...

Technical Writer

New Iberia, LA ยท On-site

$20 - $22/hr

Proven experience as a Technical Writer, preferably supporting product data, PLM, or PDM environments * Strong understanding of Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) and/or Product Data Management (PDM ...

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Job Role - Technical Writer Location - Secaucus, NJ(Remote) Qualifications: Education Preferred ... Ability to handle multiple competing priorities in a fast-paced environment. Experience with the ...

BigBear.ai is seeking a Technical Writer to join us on an exciting brand-new contract! In this role ... Create documentation for cutting edge technologies in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. * Grow ...

Technical Writer

Manassas, VA ยท On-site

$70K - $90K/yr

Edits and updates existing technical content in a fast-paced fluid environment of engineering changes. Writes and/or edits technical documents to support the production of Interactive Electronic ...

The Technical Writer will be responsible for all technical documentation, including but not limited ... Flexibility with hours Additional Information Hybrid work environment. The new hire will be ...

BigBear.ai is seeking a Technical Writer to join us on an exciting brand-new contract! In this role ... Create documentation for cutting edge technologies in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. * Grow ...

The Technical Writer is responsible for creating, revising, and maintaining high-quality technical ... environment. * Experience documenting mechanical or electromechanical systems, preferably ...

Technical Writer

Phoenix, AZ ยท On-site

$33/hr

Experience documenting processes in manufacturing, warehouse, or supply chain environments ... Technical Writer * SOP Writer * Documentation Specialist * Process Documentation Analyst

The Senior Technical Writer serves as the Technical Lead and Quality Control authority supporting U ... Coast Guard environments. Key Responsibilities : * Lead development and refinement of Tactics ...

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How much do environmental technical writer jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for environmental technical writer in the United States is $38.94, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $28.85 and $47.12 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does an Environmental Technical Writer do?

An Environmental Technical Writer develops clear and accurate documentation related to environmental topics, regulations, and technologies. They create reports, manuals, guidelines, and other technical materials for businesses, government agencies, or nonprofits. Their work often involves translating complex scientific and regulatory information into comprehensible content for various audiences. Strong research skills, environmental knowledge, and technical writing expertise are essential for this role.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of an Environmental Technical Writer?

Environmental Technical Writers usually spend their days researching environmental regulations, interviewing subject matter experts, and drafting reports, manuals, or compliance documentation for projects such as environmental assessments or remediation plans. They often collaborate with engineers, scientists, and regulatory professionals to ensure technical accuracy and clarity of all written materials. In addition to writing, they may review and revise existing documents, track regulatory changes, and manage documentation workflows. This role combines independent writing tasks with teamwork, making adaptability and strong communication skills essential for success.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Environmental Technical Writer position, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Environmental Technical Writer, you need a solid background in environmental science or engineering, strong research abilities, and excellent technical writing skills, usually supported by a relevant degree. Familiarity with document management software, regulatory databases, and tools like Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, or ArcGIS is often required, and certifications in technical writing or environmental compliance can be advantageous. Attention to detail, project management abilities, and strong communication skills set outstanding candidates apart. These skills ensure complex information is accurately conveyed to diverse audiences while meeting regulatory and organizational standards.

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Infographic showing various Environmental Technical Writer job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 84% Full Time, 12% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $81,001 per year, or $38.9 per hour.
Technical Writer

Technical Writer

Sparks Group

Washington, DC โ€ข On-site

$40 - $45/hr

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Medical, Life, Retirement

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Job description

Technical Writer Job Summary:

Sparks Group is looking for a Technical Writer for a long-term contract. This position will require you to work onsite in Washington, DC 4+ days a week. Weโ€™re looking for someone to perform writing and editing duties including reviewing, developing and updating a variety of operations related technical & internal customer focused documents and electronic media; to include staff/position manuals, digital media, Standard Operating Procedures, internal communications and work instructions.

Technical Writer Responsibilities:

  • Researches and prepares information for blogs, print, and internal audiences.
  • Communicates complex operational and policy matters to all levels of stakeholders.
  • Interpret a variety of instructions provided in writing, orally, by diagram, or in checklist formats.
  • Understand and translate operations related instructions, standards, regulatory requirements, test data/results, and various other highly technical information into written documents to prescribed department and procurement instructions.
  • Reviewing, developing, and updating a variety of operations related technical documents; to include staff/position manuals, Standard Operating Procedures, and work instructions.

Technical Writer Qualifications:

  • Bachelorโ€™s degree in English, Communications or Public Affairs.
  • Four (4) years professional writing experience in a technical and/or customer focused environment.
  • Proficient in the use of the Microsoft Office Suite and software tools necessary to create and maintain documentation.

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This job is Hybrid Remote.

Pay Range: Hourly $40.00 to $45.00

We offer several comprehensive benefits package including health and life insurance, paid and unpaid time off, and retirement and savings plans to qualifying employees.

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Sparks Group is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, pregnancy, citizenship, family status, genetic information, disability, or protect veteran status.