Structural Plans Examiner

Kosciusko; Eugene (OR); On-site; USD 93,246 - 125,881; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision benefits

Retirement benefits

Life insurance

Job summary

Kosciusko in Eugene, OR is seeking a Structural Plans Examiner to review and evaluate structural designs to ensure compliance with Oregon codes. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's in civil engineering and at least five years of relevant experience.

This full-time role requires strong time management skills and collaboration with design professionals. Benefits include health coverage and a secure retirement program.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of structural engineering experience performing design or review.
• Must obtain Oregon Professional Engineer license within 6 months of hire.
• Certification of registration as a Structural Engineer is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review structural engineering plans for compliance with Oregon codes.
• Advise design professionals about policies and procedures concerning construction codes.
• Approve plans and issue permits for construction.

Skills

Structural engineering principles

Building code compliance

Technical report writing

Mathematical computations

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil or structural engineering

Tools

Personal computer

Job description

Structural Plans Examiner

Salary: $93,246.40 - $125,881.60 annually

Location: Eugene, OR

Job Type: Full-Time Regular

Overview

The City of Eugene is seeking a skilled licensed engineer with structural design and/or structural building code plan review experience to join a team that values sound engineering judgment and a commitment to public safety. This role is ideal for engineers who possess the aptitude to quickly understand complex structural analysis, thoughtful code application, and collaborative problem-solving with design professionals.

As a Structural Plans Examiner, you will review and evaluate a wide range of structural designs, apply advanced engineering principles to ensure compliance with the Oregon Structural Specialty Code, and collaborate with architects, engineers, builders and fellow plan review colleagues to support safe and innovative solutions. You’ll balance a varied caseload through strong time management, daily prioritization, and effective project planning.

Responsibilities

• Examines structural engineering construction plans and calculations for commercial, industrial, multi-family and residential buildings for compliance with Oregon State Specialty Codes and referenced engineering standards and practices, and other applicable standards, codes, ordinances and zoning requirements.
• Confers with architects, engineers, contractors and owners on proposed projects to identify code deficiencies and identify issue resolution options.
• Answers questions and advises design professionals and the public about policies and procedures concerning various construction related codes.
• Provides technical advice, training and expertise to commercial plans examiners and residential plan reviewers on applicable state codes, structural engineering principles, and construction practices.
• Functions as project coordinator for the review process of highly complex plan reviews; evaluates scope of work and establishes deadlines; identifies problems impacting time lines; monitors progress and status; compiles and presents staff review comments. Coordinates review with other staff, departments, divisions, public agencies, private developers and consultants.
• Approves plans; identifies conditions of approval; issues permits for construction.
• Acts as a primary contact for structural engineering questions related to permitting and construction. Conducts research including inspecting historical records, microfilm and document files; researches codes and interprets them based on City policy.
• May perform field inspections to ensure structural and engineering standards are met and are in compliance with code; advises building inspectors of unusual design, construction or installation problems. Identifies solutions to correct defects or inadequacies found; requires that corrections be made to meet the requirements of pertinent codes.
• Prepares analyses, recommendations and reports on departmental code policies.
• Acts as the Building Official designee for code interpretation and enforcement.
• May attend and serve on a variety of City committees and/or task teams.
• Safely operates a City-owned vehicle to and from inspection sites located around the city.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education

Minimum: A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in civil or structural engineering.

Experience

Minimum of five years of structural engineering experience performing design or review of buildings in regions of high seismicity.

Background

Must pass a background check.

License and Certifications

• Current Oregon Professional Engineer license or PE license in another state with the ability to obtain an Oregon license within 6 months of the date of hire is required.
• Certification of registration as a Structural Engineer (S.E.), while not required, is preferred.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain and maintain the following certifications within 6 months of the date of hire is required:
• Oregon Inspector Certification (OIC) and
• State of Oregon Structural Plans Examiner A Level (PEA) Certification
• Valid Oregon driver’s license [or, the ability to obtain by date of hire] is required; must pass driving records check and, if hired, maintain a driving record that meets the City’s standard. Oregon law requires that an out-of-state license holder must obtain a valid Oregon license (with appropriate endorsements) within 30 days of becoming domiciled in the state (ORS 803.355).

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge

• Structural engineering principles related to materials and construction of commercial, industrial and residential buildings.
• Structural design and engineering mathematics and specifications. Make mathematical computations rapidly and accurately.

Skills & Abilities

• Read and interpret complex building plans, engineering calculations, site surveys and project specifications. Interpret and determine compliance with adopted building codes, referenced engineering design standards, and accepted engineering principles and practices.
• Research methods and sources of information related to building code.
• Apply engineering knowledge and follow proper plan check techniques to examine quality of work and materials and detect deviations from plans, regulations and standard construction practices; resolve structural engineering related issues.
• Facilitate meetings with the development community and City staff.
• Organize a work schedule to manage multiple projects.
• Maintain accurate and up to date permit records.
• Research and write technical reports.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing to a variety of audiences.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Supplemental Information

Working conditions: Work performed primarily in an office environment. Eye/hand coordination needed to operate personal computer. Sitting or standing may be required for prolonged periods. Ability to visit construction sites as related to plan review and code regulation. Driving a motor vehicle on public roads as needed.

Bilingual Pay Benefit

This benefit compensates non-represented employees up to 5% of their base salary. To qualify for bilingual pay, the employee must demonstrate fluency in an eligible language and pass a language proficiency test that is administrated by the City’s Employee Resource Center division.

Non-Represented Retirement Program

Upon eligibility, the City will contribute an employee contribution of 6%, as well as the employer contribution, to a retirement program administered by the Oregon Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS). In addition, the City will pay a 3% contribution to a deferred compensation program if the employee contributes at least 1%.

EEO Statement

The City of Eugene is committed to a respectful work environment. We value the cultural, educational, and life experiences of each employee. We believe that a diverse workforce enables us to deliver culturally responsive services to all members of our community. As part of our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion we desire to welcome, respect, and create a sense of belonging for a wide range of identities and experiences in our workforce. Women, people with disabilities, and persons of color are strongly encouraged to apply.

The City of Eugene complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Any applicant with a qualified disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act may request accommodation by contacting an employment coordinator at 541-682-5061.

In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, the City of Eugene will request all eligible candidates who accept employment with the City to provide documentation to prove they are eligible for employment in the United States.

Benefits

The City provides a full range of benefits including holidays, vacation, sick leave, retirement benefits, deferred compensation, physical examination, life insurance, long-term disability. Health, dental, and vision benefits are available.