Engineering Technician III: Permitting

City of Richland; Richland (WA); On-site; USD 53,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Richland seeks an Engineering Technician to support permitting through plan reviews, interpreting complex drawings against municipal codes and regulations. The role involves roadway/utility design review, utility locating, and construction inspection under the Public Works umbrella.

The position emphasizes fast-paced teamwork, on-site full-time work, and potential flex schedule with every other Friday off after hire. Open until filled with first consideration to qualified applicants.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree in Engineering Technology, CADD or related field.
• Five (5) years' experience in civil engineering, electrical engineering, engineering technology, construction inspection, or utility projects.
• Any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Review drawings for compliance with City standards, municipal codes, and general engineering principles in roadway and utility design engineering and construction inspection support.
• Check engineering calculations and information to review drawings and plans.
• Write technical reports or letters to summarize plan review comments.

Skills

Plan review

Civil engineering

Engineering technology

Construction inspection

Utility projects

Education

Associate degree in Engineering Technology

CADD or related field

Tools

CAD software

Job description

Pay Range

$38.77- $56.37 Hourly

Midpoint

$47.57

Starting salaries generally fall between the minimum and midpoint of the range. Each offer depends on the candidate’s experience and qualifications, internal pay equity, and available budget. Salary offers are negotiated individually based on these factors.

SUMMARY OF POSITION

The City of Richland is seeking a diligent engineering technician who has expertise in supporting permitting processes through plan reviews. The ideal candidate will be skilled in navigating the intricacies of reviewing and interpreting complex or difficult drawings as they relate to municipal codes, regulations, and applicable Federal, State, and local laws. To be successful in this position, a person would thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy building long-term partnerships.

Performs intermediate technical work in the fields of roadway and utility design engineering, utility locating, or construction inspection, and related work as apparent or assigned. Work is performed under the general direction of the Public Works Director.

The full job description can be viewed on the City of Richland - Job Descriptions page.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

The person in this position works in a team environment on-site full-time typically Monday through Friday day shift with the potential option of working a flex schedule with every other Friday off (determined after hire).

This position is Open Until Filled with first consideration given to qualified applicants who apply on or before October 11, 2026. Those who apply after that date will be given second consideration if the position has not been filled.

Selection will be based on overall qualifications, skills testing (if applicable), and an interview process. The final candidate selected will be subject to a comprehensive background/reference check commensurate to the position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Associate Degree in Engineering Technology, CADD or related field
• Five (5) years' experience in civil engineering, electrical engineering, engineering technology, construction inspection, or utility projects

Any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities will be considered.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Valid driver’s license
• Obtain Flagger Certification within six (6) months of hire and maintain for duration in position.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to review construction plans for compliance with City standards, municipal codes, and general engineering principles in roadway and utility design engineering and construction inspection support and/or related work.
• Ability to check engineering calculations and information to review drawings and plans.
• Ability to write technical reports or letters to summarize plan review comments.
• Ability to review materials and estimates for construction projects.

WE ARE RICHLAND

At the City of Richland, your work makes a difference every day. From maintaining essential services to enhancing our community, you’ll be part of a team that values teamwork, integrity and excellence in what we do.

With a strong sense of purpose, great benefits, and a commitment to growth, we are building a community we’re proud to serve.

This position works to support our Permitting area of operations. Permitting specific responsibilities include checking engineering calculations and utilizing computer aided drafting programs to review drawing and calculations and to write technical reports or letter to summarize plan review comments, perform review of construction plans, reviews record drawings, reviews survey information, review designs for installation, review designs for road and/or utility projects, and review materials and estimates for construction projects.

The City is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to recruiting and retaining a highly qualified and diversified work force. Applicants are considered for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age (over 40), martial or veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, and local laws. In accordance with the American with Disabilities Act, reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities will be provided for participation in the application and selection process, if requested. Persons with a disability who need assistance must notify the Human Resources Department about the accommodation needed at the time of application and prior to the closing date by calling [phone]. The provisions of job announcements listed on this website do not constitute an expressed, or implied, contract of employment with the City. Any provision contained herein may be modified and/or revoked without notice.