Project Engineer - Plan Review
City of Wilmington, NC
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Job summary
The City of Wilmington, NC is seeking a Project Engineer- Plan Review to help shape safe, resilient infrastructure for the community. You will review development plans for compliance with regulations and standards, with emphasis on NPDES MS4 and Vision Zero programs, ensuring safe and sustainable design.
You will serve on review committees, provide technical guidance, and support emergency operations. A PE license and civil engineering degree are required for this professional role.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or related field.
- Four (4) years of progressively responsible related engineering experience.
- Professional Engineer (PE) license.
- Valid motor vehicle driver’s license.
- Knowledge of civil engineering principles and related computations, regulations, computer software, reference manuals, and technical writing skills.
- Ability to interpret and apply relevant federal, state, and local laws, codes, standards, and regulations. Support municipal emergency management operations.
Responsibilities
- Perform engineering design regulatory compliance reviews for private-sector land development projects. Serve as a member of the Technical Review Committee and/or Design Adjustment Committee.
- Provide technical support for official acceptance, encroachment, easement, surety, annexation, and technical waiver applications
- Provide engineering review and technical guidance related to stormwater management, transportation systems and other City technical standards.
- Issue NPDES Stormwater Permits and provide technical support for all phases of the Post Construction Stormwater Program (Inspection, Compliance, Permit Renewal and Administration).
- Perform site visits to evaluate existing conditions, construction activities, drainage functionality, infrastructure condition, and compliance.
- Authorize technical specifications and developing or improving construction details.
- Participate on various internal and external committees.
- Pursue continuous professional development.
- Provide engineering support during emergency and disaster situations.
Education
Job description
The City of Wilmington is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
As a Project Engineer- Plan Review, you’ll put your engineering expertise to work where it matters most - helping shape safe, resilient, and sustainable infrastructure for the community. From roadways and bridges to stormwater systems, parks, utilities, and multimodal facilities, you’ll help ensure that the places people live, work, and connect are designed and built to the highest standards.
Great communities depend on infrastructure that works—and responsible development is a critical part of that equation. Project Engineers serve as licensed professionals who apply sound engineering judgment to the design, construction, and maintenance of public infrastructure, interpreting and applying codes, regulations, and industry standards in accordance with established engineering practice.
In this role, you’ll have a direct impact on how private development integrates with the City’s infrastructure and environmental goals. You’ll review development plans for compliance with applicable regulations and design standards, with a particular focus on supporting the City’s National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) Program, and Vision Zero programs.
Your expertise will help protect safety, strengthen community resilience, and support development that works for both today’s residents and future generations.
- Perform engineering design regulatory compliance reviews for private-sector land development projects. Serve as a member of the Technical Review Committee and/or Design Adjustment Committee.
- Provide technical support for official acceptance, encroachment, easement, surety, annexation, and technical waiver applications
- Provide engineering review and technical guidance related to stormwater management, transportation systems and other City technical standards.
- Issue NPDES Stormwater Permits and provide technical support for all phases of the Post Construction Stormwater Program (Inspection, Compliance, Permit Renewal and Administration).
- Perform site visits to evaluate existing conditions, construction activities, drainage functionality, infrastructure condition, and compliance.
- Authorize technical specifications and developing or improving construction details.
- Participate on various internal and external committees.
- Pursue continuous professional development.
- Provide engineering support during emergency and disaster situations.
Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or related engineering field.
Four (4) years of progressively responsible related engineering experience.
- Professional Engineer (PE) license.
- Valid motor vehicle driver’s license.
- Knowledge of civil engineering principles and related computations, regulations, computer software, reference manuals, and technical writing skills.
- Ability to interpret and apply relevant federal, state, and local laws, codes, standards, and regulations. Support municipal emergency management operations.
Exerts up to 10 lbs. occasionally or negligible weights frequently; sitting most of the time.
This position generally requires work indoors/office setting.
At the City of Wilmington, we offer more than just a job – we provide an opportunity to grow, make an impact, and maintain a healthy work-life balance. Here are some of the benefits of working with us:
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) site
- Great Work/Life Balance
- Minimal Nights/Weekends
- Minimal Travel Required for the role
- No client sales or billing
- Regular Hours: Monday through Friday 8 AM to 5 PM. Flex hours available.
- Access to Free City Employee Health Clinic (with City Insurance)
- Free City Gym Access
- Robust Wellness Program and Incentives
- Pension Plan
- Serve the Community
INCLUSION | COLLABORATION | CREATIVITY | ACCOUNTABILITY
Through forward-thinking policies and responsible stewardship, we are creating a better city every day with excellent core services and quality of life for all.
The City of Wilmington believes that employees are one of our most important resources. We offer an excellent salary and competitive benefits package to serve the needs of our employees and their families. Our benefits package includes:
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance + many other insurance options
- Excellent retirement benefits, including a city provided 4.5% contribution each pay period into a 401(k) account and automatic enrollment into the North Carolina Local Government Employees’ Retirement System
- Employer-paid health & wellness clinic
- Free on-site city gym access
- Paid sick and vacation leave + 13 paid holidays per year
- 6-weeks paid parental leave
- Paid volunteer & blood donation leave to give back to our community
- Flex schedule and telework availability, depending on your position
- Professional development trainings & leadership initiatives
- Tuition assistance benefits
After the closing date for this position, applications will be screened by Human Resources. Applicants who meet the minimum and/or preferred qualifications will be referred over to the hiring department. All updates regarding an application can be viewed through your applicant portal.
Health Benefits are offered to employees working at least 30 hours per week.
The City offers two options for health coverage: a standard PPO plan and a High Deductible Health Plan with an associated Health Savings Account. Coverage becomes effective the first day of the month following hire for employees and their eligible dependents. Both you and the City contribute to the overall cost of coverage.
Coverage becomes effective the first day of the month following hire. Employees, their spouse and dependent children are eligible for coverage.
The city pays to provide coverage valued at one times your annual salary. Supplemental insurance is available for employees to purchase. Optional coverage for dependents is also available for purchase.
- NC Local Government Retirement System - All benefits eligible employees make a mandatory 6% contribution every pay period.
- Deferred Compensation - The city contributes an amount equal to 4.5% of the annual salary to a 401(k) plan regardless of employee contribution. Employees may choose to contribute additional money to the 401(k) or 457 deferred compensation plans, without a match from the City, within the IRS guidelines.
- Sick Leave - 12 days accrued each year
- Annual Leave - Accrual based on years of service and classification. Employees can earn from 10 to 24 days each year.
- Holidays - 13 paid holidays annually
- Paid Parental Leave - Six weeks of paid leave for the birth, adoption or placement of a child (must run concurrently with FMLA).
- Part-Time Employees will earn paid leave benefits on a pro-rated basis.
- Tuition reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program
- Short & Long Term Disability
- Cancer & Critical Illness
- Accident Insurance
- Whole Life Insurance
- Credit Union membership
- Access to City Fitness Center
Note: The City of Wilmington is on a bi-weekly pay cycle. New employees should expect to receive their first paycheck approximately 4 weeks after their start date.
**This is intended to be a brief overview of the benefits offered. Please visit our website at https://www.wilmingtonnc.gov/Government/Departments-Divisions/Human-Resources/Benefits for more information.**
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