Structural Plans Examiner

Structural Plans Examiner

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.

This position is well-suited for licensed engineers, SE-track professionals, and certified structural plans examiners who want to apply their technical skills in a role that combines engineering rigor with effective project coordination.

Bring your engineering background to public service and help ensure the long-term safety and resilience of Eugene's structures. Your expertise matters here. Join us!

Classification:
Structural Plans Examiner

Salary: $46.04 - $61.54 Hourly / $95,764.05 - $ Annually*

Department/Division:
Planning & Development / Building and Permit Services Division

Position Information:
Non-Represented, Non-exempt

Work Location:

Atrium, 99 W 10th Ave., Eugene OR

This position is expected to report onsite full time. After one year probation, will become eligible for some limited remote work should business need allow. Must reside in the State of Oregon and be able to report onsite in Eugene, Oregon for work as scheduled.

Schedule:

Monday
- Friday, 8:00a.m. – 5:00p.m. with the flexibility per business need.

Benefits:
The City of Eugene offers robust and competitive benefits. For more information, select the Benefits Tab, or view benefits summaries as well as benefits packages.

Bilingual Pay Benefit:
This position qualifies for up to an additional 5% of base salary for bilingual pay. Please see "Supplemental Information" at the end of the posting for more information.

Living & Working in Eugene:
Information about living in Eugene, how the City of Eugene operates, and more can be found on our website.

• 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.
• Provide 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…