Associate Engineer - PBCE, Building Division
About The Position
The City of San José’s Department of Planning, Building, and Code Enforcement serves to ensure the orderly and safe development of private properties, compliance with all applicable building, zoning, and quality of life ordinances and regulations, and to promote healthy and safe community standards. The Building Division provides oversight and assistance towards the City's growth and development in relation to construction activity on private property within the City. The goal is to ensure the safety of buildings and to support the health and wellbeing of all persons living and working in San Jose through the implementation of the State of California’s current building codes and laws. This is a full-time position and plays a crucial role in ensuring that new construction and renovation projects comply with applicable laws, codes, and standards through a rigorous plan review process. Their responsibilities span technical analysis, advisory services, and coordination with multiple stakeholders.
Requirements
- A Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in Architectural, Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or a closely related field (e.g. Construction Management).
- Four (4) years of progressively responsible experience in professional civil engineering work such as, Structural Engineering or Architectural Engineering with at least two (2) years of experience in design and construction of buildings.
- Possession of a valid State of California driver's license is required.
- Ability to obtain Plans Examiner Certification through International Code Council within the first 6 months after hired.
Nice To Haves
- Registration as a Civil Engineer or Architect with the State of California is preferred.
- Possession of International Code Council Plans Examiner certification is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Advising professional engineers, architects and others concerning code requirements, engineering and planning problems arising in the preliminary design of buildings and structures.
- Examining plans, calculations and specifications for residential, multi-family, commercial and industrial buildings, including complex major structures for structural adequacy and general compliance with governing laws, codes, ordinances and regulations.
- Making independent engineering analyses on proposed buildings when required to justify the structural safety of design, and applicable electrical and mechanical systems.
- Working closely with and giving information to professional engineers, architects, contractors and the general public regarding building, zoning and general requirements concerning buildings and structures.
- Coordinating effectively with Development Service partners e.g. Planning, Fire Prevention, Public Works, Environmental Services for plan review consistency and streamlining permit process.
- Advising building inspectors on structural, fire and life-safety challenges arising in the field during the construction of a building project.
- Instructing inspectors and technicians in the review of simple building plans.
- Performing observational review of critical structural elements of the projects under construction.
Benefits
- The salary range includes an approximate five percent (5%) ongoing non-pensionable compensation.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
