Plan Engineer

The City of Milpitas is home to family-centered communities that embrace cultural diversity, quality schooling, and conveniently located neighborhood parks and shopping centers. Milpitas has an ethnically diverse array of retail and restaurants, and major regional retail destinations that attract shoppers from beyond the city. With over 40,800 jobs and 39,600 employed residents, Milpitas is a jobs rich community and is often called the “Crossroads of Silicon Valley”.

Once a small agricultural town and later a stopover point for travelers between Oakland and San Jose, Milpitas has blossomed into one of the world’s premier computer and semiconductor producers.

The ideal candidate for Plan Check Engineer in the Office of Building Safety will possess a strong technical background in structural engineering and/or building life safety across a wide range of residential and commercial projects. This candidate will be proactive, customer‑service oriented, a team player, and will demonstrate effective communication skills. Analytical skills, initiative, independent judgment, strong time management and attention to detail are key attributes for success in this role.

Under general supervision, the Plan Check Engineer performs plan examinations to ensure compliance with building codes, applicable laws, state regulations, city ordinances, acceptable engineering practices, and nationally recognized standards; assists in permit processing and collaborates with field inspectors to resolve code‑related problems.

• Perform independent plan examinations on building and other disciplines concerning the construction or alteration of industrial, commercial, and residential structures to determine compliance with applicable codes, laws, and regulations.
• Check complex plans and calculations to determine loading and adequacy of design to meet earthquake, wind load, and structural requirements.
• Perform independent analysis as required.
• Answer questions and provide information to architects, engineers, contractors, and owners regarding building, mechanical, plumbing, electrical code requirements, application of various codes, and structural requirements.
• Check plans for conformance to non‑structural items such as building classification and occupancy, egress, accessibility, energy conservation regulations, green building code requirements, mechanical, plumbing, and electrical code requirements.
• Conduct field inspections as needed and advise Building Inspectors regarding structural and other code‑related issues arising in the field.
• Train technical counter staff to check plans for completeness.
• Prepare and maintain reports, correspondence, records, and files regarding plan check activities.
• Coordinate plan reviews with other departments as necessary.
• Stay informed regarding building codes, new building construction methods and materials.
• Attend and participate in professional group meetings, stay abreast of new trends and innovations in the assigned field.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Experience and Education

Two (2) years of responsible experience performing structural and architectural plan check reviews.

Degree:
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in civil or structural engineering, architecture, or a related field.

License or Certificate

• Must possess professional registration as an Architect, Civil, or Engineer in the State of California.
• Must possess or obtain an International Code Council (ICC) Plans Examiner Certification within 12 months of appointment.
• Possess and maintain a valid California Driver’s License.

Desirable Experience

• Civil and/or Structural Engineering.

• Resume or CV
• Cover Letter
• Copies of all relevant licenses and certifications

Conflict of Interest — Incumbents in this position are required to file a Conflict of Interest Statement upon assuming office, annually, and upon leaving office, in accordance with Resolution No. 8833.

Special Requirements

Essential duties require the following physical abilities and work environment: general office environment; sit and/or stand for long periods of time, repetitive keyboarding; reach, squat, lift, and carry up to 25 pounds; able to travel to various locations within and outside the City of Milpitas.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Milpitas will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the Human Resources Department. The City of Milpitas is an Equal Opportunity Employer.