Priority may be given to the following designated employment equity groups: women, Indigenous Peoples* (First Nations, Inuit and Métis), persons with disabilities and racialized persons*. ~ The Employment Equity Act , which is under review, uses the terminology Aboriginal peoples and visible minorities. Organizational Unit Construction Language Requirements English Due to the nature of the work and operational requirements, this position may be eligible for a limited hybrid work arrangement (combination of working onsite and telework). At the NRC, we recognize that Indigenous candidates may have important connections to their communities and you may be eligible for an exception to this work arrangement.

To learn more about these options, please contact the NRC Hiring team using the contact information below. Anything is possible at the NRC, named in 2026 one of Canada’s Top Employers for Young People, Top Employer in the National Capital Region and Forbes Canada’s Best Employers! Every day we explore new ideas through cutting-edge research and help companies discover possibilities that impact Canada’s future and the world.

You’ll collaborate across multiple fields and with the brightest minds to find creative solutions. We are looking for a conscientious, solutions‑oriented English Technical Editor who strives for excellence to support our Construction Research Centre.

The English Technical

Editor would be someone who shares our core values of impact, accountability, leadership, integrity and collaboration. The national model construction codes—collectively referred to as "Codes Canada"—are developed through a collaborative process involving the best expertise from across Canada and around the world to provide effective building and safety regulations that are harmonized across Canada.



These highly legalistic and technically complex documents are accessed by thousands of practitioners in the construction industry, so the standards of quality are very high.

The incumbent provides English technical editing, copyediting, proofreading and electronic (XML, Microsoft Word, Adobe Acrobat) input services for the production and publication of the national and provincial construction codes (quasi‑judicial, technical documents), user’s guides, intent statements, information documents, specifications, and promotional material. The incumbent is responsible for ensuring that English publications and documents are clear, logical and accurate, and conform to accepted standards of style, grammar and usage. The incumbent works on site within a team of editors, translators and IT specialists.

Degree from a recognized Canadian university in English, Communications, or Journalism, or in a field related to technical writing and editing. Significant* and recent** (at least five years in the last ten years) experience in editing and proofreading technical/legal documents in English.

Experience in publishing documents using a content management system, markup language (XML preferred), Microsoft Word and Adobe Acrobat.

Experience in editing and proofreading communications materials, promotional brochures, factsheets, ads, and social media messaging in English.





Experience in planning and scheduling editorial and document production tasks and carrying them out within tight deadlines. Language requirements English Information on language requirements and self‑assessment tests. Technical competencies Substantial knowledge of the fundamentals of technical editing, layout of documents and graphics as well as production processes associated with the publication of technical/legal documents.

Expert knowledge of the rules of the English language (grammar, usage and style). Knowledge of the use of HTML/XML for hypertext markup of source text. Knowledge of the Canadian construction industry, particularly as related to the needs and preferences of regulatory code users, would be an asset.

Ability to carry out instructions and communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing. Management services - Client focus (Level 2) Management services - Communication (Level 2) Management services - Conceptual and analytical ability (Level 2) Management services - Initiative (Level 2) Management services - Teamwork (Level 2) NRC employees enjoy a wide-range of competitive benefits including a robust pension plan, comprehensive health and dental coverage, disability and life insurance, office closure at the end of December, and additional supports to enhance your well‑being throughout your career and beyond. In 2026, the NRC was chosen as one of Canada’s Top Employers for Young People, a National Capital Region Top Employer and Forbes Canada’s Best Employer.

Relocation assistance will be determined in accordance with the NRC's directives. Preference will be given to Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents of Canada.

Telephone: 438‑451‑7673 If you are currently a term or continuing employee at NRC, please apply through the SuccessFactors Careersmodule from your NRC computer. #

📌 English Technical Editor (Ottawa)
🏢 National Research Council Canada / Conseil national de recherches Canada
📍 Ottawa