Engineering Plans Examiner
Job in
Columbus, Franklin County, Ohio, 43224, USA
Listed on 2026-07-08
Listing for:
E.P. Ferris & Associates
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-07-08
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Civil Engineering, Quality Engineering, Environmental Engineer, Safety Engineer
Job Description & How to Apply Below
E.P. Ferris and Associates is seeking a detail-oriented and knowledgeable Engineering Plans Examiner local to Columbus, OH. This position reviews engineering plans and technical documents for compliance with applicable codes, standards, and regulations. This role plays a critical part in supporting public agencies and private clients by ensuring projects are safe, compliant, and constructible.
The ideal candidate has strong technical expertise, excellent communication skills, and the ability to interpret complex engineering documents across multiple disciplines.
Key Responsibilities- Review and evaluate engineering plans, calculations, and specifications for compliance with applicable local, state, and federal codes, ordinances, and standards
- Examine plans related to civil, structural, transportation, drainage, grading, utilities, and related engineering disciplines (scope may vary by assignment)
- Identify deficiencies, inconsistencies, and code violations; prepare clear and concise correction comments and reports
- Coordinate with engineers, architects, contractors, and agency staff to resolve plan review comments
- Provide technical guidance and interpretations of engineering codes and standards
- Maintain accurate records of plan reviews, approvals, and revisions
- Meet established turnaround times and service level agreements for plan review
- Stay current with changes in engineering codes, standards, and best practices
- Support permitting and entitlement processes as required by client agencies
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related engineering discipline
- Minimum 4 years of experience in engineering plan review, design, or construction
- Strong knowledge of engineering codes, standards, and regulations
- Ability to read and interpret complex engineering plans, calculations, and technical reports
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manager multiple projects simultaneously
- Proficiency with standard engineering and plan review software (e.g. Bluebeam, AutoCAD, Civil 3D, or similar)
- Must be local to Columbus, OH
- Professional Engineer (PE) license or Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification
- Previous experience working with or for public agencies
- Familiarity with electronic plan review systems
- Experience in consulting or third-party plan review services
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