Building Engineering Plans Examiner; Associate Civil Engineer

Building Engineering Plans Examiner (Associate Civil Engineer)

The City of Fairfield invites your interest for the position of Building Engineering Plans Examiner (Associate Civil Engineer). The City is seeking a motivated and technically skilled Associate Civil Engineer (Plan Check) who thrives in a collaborative public service environment and demonstrates strong independent judgment. The ideal candidate will have experience performing plan review and coordination for complex private development and public improvement projects, including interpreting and applying engineering standards, municipal codes, and applicable regulations.

This individual is a self‑starter who can manage assignments with minimal supervision, prioritize competing deadlines, and confidently navigate complex development and infrastructure projects while building effective working relationships with internal staff, developers, consultants, and the public. The City values professionals who demonstrate initiative, accountability, sound engineering judgment, and a commitment to delivering timely and thorough plan check services that support Fairfield’s continued growth and development.

• Education: A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in civil engineering and possession of a current registration as a Civil Engineer in the State of California are required.
• Experience: Three years of professional civil/structural engineering experience in the review of plans and specifications and/or the analysis and design of residential, commercial and industrial buildings is required. Supervisory experience is desirable.
• License or Certificates:
  • Possession of a valid Class C California Driver’s License is required.
  • Current registration as a civil engineer in the State of California is required.
  • Possession of a valid ICC Plans Examiner Certificate is highly desirable and required within one year of hire.
  • Certification as a California CASp (Certified Access Specialist) is highly desirable.

Estimated Total Compensation: $162,870 - $191,290
Base Salary: $114,912 - $139,669

* Estimated total compensation includes base salary and the annualized value of employer‑paid benefits and contributions, such as deferred compensation, medical/dental/vision insurance, retiree health contributions, and other applicable benefits. Actual compensation and benefit values may vary based on individual benefit elections, coverage levels, and length of service.

• 401(a) Deferred Compensation:
  City contributes 10% of salary; employee contributes a minimum of 4%
• 457 Deferred Compensation:
  Optional employee‑funded plan with pre‑tax and/or Roth contribution options
• Personal Leave: 100 hours annually (accrues at 3.85 hours/pay period)
• Vacation: 10–20 days annually based on years of City service
• CalPERS pension eligibility
• City‑paid life insurance and generous contributions to retirement health savings accounts
• Tuition Reimbursement up to $4,000 annually
• A 9/80 work schedule

The City of Fairfield is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and professionalism.