Who is a technical editor and what do they do? A technical editor prepares technical manuscripts for printing and publication. They work in many fields, including engineering, computer hardware and software, science, medicine, law, banking, and website development.
What are the activities of the technical editor job? Prepares for print the manuscripts supplied by the authors, technical and graphic print designs (print technology, size and type of fonts, decorative fonts, headings, borders, pictures, various graphic elements, dust jacket etc.). S/he does proof-reading, and works together with graphic artists.
Where is it done and under what conditions? On normal office premises.
What tools/equipment do they use? Information technology and other office aids and writing utilities.
What do you need to succeed? You need a university degree in a technical/scientific or related subject and a systematic approach to work.