Responsibilities

• Develop high-quality content that supports Merrick's strategic marketing, communications, brand positioning, and market growth objectives.
• Partner with technical subject matter experts, market leaders, and marketing leadership to identify content opportunities and develop thought leadership, industry insights, and client-focused content.
• Conduct interviews and research to uncover market trends, client challenges, emerging opportunities, and compelling story angles.
• Translate complex technical concepts into clear, engaging content for diverse audiences and communication channels.
• Write and edit articles, website content, case studies, project profiles, email campaigns, brochures, presentations, videos, and social media content.
• Lead the development of long-form content initiatives, including thought leadership, trend reports, executive briefs, industry insights, and strategic campaigns.
• Collaborate with content, creative, digital, and business unit teams to execute integrated marketing initiatives.
• Ensure content aligns with Merrick's brand standards, messaging, editorial guidelines, and SEO best practices.
• Analyze content performance, identify new content opportunities, contribute to editorial planning, and mentor junior marketing team members.
• Exceptional writing, editing, storytelling, and communication skills.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Writing, English, Journalism, Communications, Marketing, or a related field.
• 7-10 years of professional writing experience in marketing, communications, journalism, public relations, content development, or a related field.
• Experience developing articles, case studies, website content, thought leadership content, and strategic marketing communications.
• Experience conducting research and interviewing subject matter experts to develop original content.
• Proven ability to translate technical, complex, or specialized information into clear and compelling content for business and client audiences.
• If selected for an interview, candidates must provide writing samples demonstrating strong writing, storytelling, research, and content development skills.

Preferred

• Experience writing for engineering, infrastructure, architecture, construction, environmental, energy, technology, or other technical industries.
• Experience interviewing engineers, scientists, planners, architects, or other technical subject matter experts.
• Familiarity with SEO/LLM, content strategy, analytics, and digital content best practices.
• Experience developing thought leadership, industry intelligence, executive briefs, advisory content, trend analyses, or similar insight-driven content.
• Occasional travel may be required.

Benefits

• Employee Ownership – All eligible U.S. employees participate in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), sharing in the company’s success.
• Comprehensive Compensation & Benefits – Merrick & Company offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including health insurance, dental and vision coverage, and paid time off (PTO).
• Robust Referral Program – Earn incentives for referring top talent to join our team.
• Performance Reviews – Annual reviews to recognize contributions and support career growth.
• Professional Development – Access to ongoing training and development opportunities to build your skills and advance your career.
• Employee Recognition – Formal programs to celebrate achievements and outstanding performance.
• Peer Mentor Program – Get support and guidance through structured mentorship opportunities.
• And More – Additional programs and benefits designed to support your success and well-being.