Technical Writer​/Document Translator

Posted Friday, November 21, 2025 at 6:00 AM

Spec Pro Sustainment & Environmental is seeking a
Puerto Rico–based Technical Writer / Document Translator to support theU.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Caribbean District (SAA). This position is
intended for local hires residing in Puerto Rico who have direct experience working with, supporting, or interfacing with
USACE SAA teams and missions.

This role focuses on creating, editing, and translating technical documents for the
USACE South Atlantic Division (SAD) and supporting all phases of the
USACE Project Delivery Business Process (PDBP) including planning, design, procurement, construction, and operations/maintenance.

Creates, edits, and translates technical documents, ensuring accuracy, clarity, and consistency for the USACE SAD. Overall, services under this job scope include program management support and technical expertise to support every stage of the USACE Project Delivery Business Process across all USACE, Caribbean District missions including but not limited to the planning, design, procurement, construction, operation/maintenance phases for all types of projects in accordance with the USACE Strategic Management System.

Ensures all operations align with safety standards, regulatory codes, and USACE operational objectives.

• Native or near-native Spanish and English fluency (written and spoken).
• Proven experience translating technical
  , engineering, construction, or environmental content for federal agencies.
• Strong understanding of industry-specific terminology relevant to USACE missions (civil works, construction, environmental, resiliency).
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional engineering and program teams.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office 365 and document management tools.
• Exceptional writing, editing, proofreading, and research skills.

• Bachelor’s degree in Technical Writing, English, Communication, Journalism, or a related field. Equivalent experience may be considered.
• Minimum 5 years of Technical Writing experience.
• Preferred
  :
  Experience working with USACE Caribbean District (SAA) or other USACE districts.
• Familiarity with USACE Engineering Regulations (ERs), EMs, EPs
  , and document templates.
• Prior work on projects in Puerto Rico related to infrastructure, resiliency, construction, flood risk management, or disaster recovery is highly desired.

Primary Duty

Location:

San Juan, Puerto Rico (or nearby commuting distance).
• Position is intended to be performed locally with periodic site visits to USACE SAA offices or field locations throughout Puerto Rico.

• Ability to perform desk work for extended periods, including sitting and using a computer.
• Reasonable accommodations will be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
• Requires sufficient vision, hearing, and manual dexterity to perform related tasks.
• Primarily operates in a temperature-controlled office setting with frequent use of electronic office equipment.
• May occasionally visit operational sites, potentially encountering extreme temperatures, airborne particles, fumes, chemicals, or loud noise.

Spec Pro Sustainment and Environmental, LLC is an environmental, energy, and facility services firm headquartered in San Antonio, TX. We are a subsidiary of Bristol Bay Native Corporation (BBNC). If you are interested in joining our team, please submit your resume, qualifications, and salary requirements.

All offers are contingent upon a thorough background check conducted on all final candidates, as deemed necessary and per State and Federal laws. Spec Pro offers a full competitive benefits package and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA): All contractor personnel accessing proprietary, classified, or confidential information related to USACE acquisitions must complete and sign a USACE contractor NDA before beginning work. The contractor is responsible for ensuring all staff, including subcontractors and consultants, execute NDAs to protect procurement-sensitive and proprietary information. NDAs must be signed on the first day of employment and renewed with each contract option period.

Failure to comply constitutes default. The contractor must maintain signed NDAs and provide copies to the COR.