Electrical Engineer Reviewer III

Prince George's County Government; Largo (MD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Prince George's County Government is seeking a senior electrical plans reviewer to analyze construction plans, schematics, and specifications for compliance with the National Electrical Code, county ordinances, and standards. The role may lead in evaluating complex projects under departmental policies.

Responsibilities include reviewing plans to ensure electrical safety compliance and interpreting blueprints and feasibility studies to identify design discrepancies and ensure alignment with

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field with at least 3 years of professional plans review experience.
• 7 years of professional construction/electrical/related experience including 3 years of plans review.
• ICC electrical plan review certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Reviews plans and documents to determine compliance with electrical codes, ordinances, and county standards.
• Reads and analyzes engineering plans, blueprints, specifications to identify problems and ensure code compliance.

Skills

Plan review

Electrical safety

Independent judgment

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field

Seven (7) years of professional experience including three (3) years of professional plans review

ICC electrical plan review certification

Job description

Come join our team!

Applicant Limit Notice: Please be advised that applications for this position will be capped at a maximum of 100 submissions. Once this threshold has been reached, the posting will close, and no further applications will be accepted. We encourage interested candidates to apply promptly to ensure consideration.

About the Position

This is a senior level professional level work relating to the analysis of electrical engineering construction plans, schematics, and specifications for compliance with applicable codes, ordinances, standards, and regulations. Incumbents may assume a lead role in reviewing and examining the more difficult and complex engineering plans that require the application of advanced engineering principles. Assignments afford opportunities for extensive independent judgment and technical evaluation under the general supervision. Assignments are performed in accordance with established engineering principles and departmental policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Reviews plans, documents, and projects to determine if they meet required laws, regulations, and ordinances for electrical safety in accordance with National Electrical Code and county code subtitle 9.
• Reads, analyzes, and interprets engineering plans, blueprints, specifications, and feasibility studies and test results to become familiar and knowledgeable about the nature, scope, and details of construction projects, identify problems/discrepancies in the initial design, and determine compliance/non-compliance with established codes, policies, standards, and specifications.

About The Agency

The Department of Permitting, Inspections and Enforcement (DPIE) is responsible for coordinating and enforcing standards that control what goes on before, during, and after construction. Staff from nine agencies, who work cooperatively on permit processing, business licensing, plan review, inspection and enforcement comprise Department of Permitting, Inspections, and Enforcement. The Mission of the Department of Permitting, Inspections, and Enforcement is to promote economic development in Prince George's County and protect the safety of County residents, businesses, and visitors through efficient permitting, inspection and licensing services to ensure compliance with established building, zoning and property standards codes.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in the engineering or related scientific field (e.g., civil, environmental, architectural, mechanical, fire protection, or industrial) and at least three (3) years of professional plans review work.
• Seven (7) years of professional experience in construction, electrical, mechanical, or fire prevention work which includes three (3) years of professional plans review work.

Preferred Qualifications

• ICC electrical plan review certification

EACH APPLICATION MUST INCLUDE INFORMATION THAT CLEARLY DEMONSTRATES THE ABOVE QUALIFICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION.

Salary Range Transparency: The salary range listed in this announcement reflects the anticipated offer range for this position. Offers made within this range are based on qualifications, experience, and internal equity.

Tentative Interview Dates: November 5th-9th, 2026. Please note that interview dates are subject to change and only selected candidates will receive confirmation and additional details.

Job Location

9400 Peppercorn Place, Suite 500, Largo, Maryland 20772

Conditions of Employment

Upon selection, the candidate must:

• Meet all training and performance standards and demonstrate proficiency as required by the agency.
• Wear and use agency protective apparel and equipment in the performance of their assigned duties, if applicable.
• Successfully pass preemployment checks which may include reference checks, background investigations, and drug screenings, where applicable.
• Be willing and able to serve as an essential employee. Essential employees are expected to report during standard or non-standard hours as operations necessitate, or during emergencies. Essential employees are expected to report or remain at work when other County employees are granted Administrative Leave.