Electrical Plans Examiner I/II

Arlington County VA•Arlington, VA

22h•Hybrid

About The Position

The Community Planning, Housing and Development (CPHD) Department is seeking an Electrical Plans Examiner I/II to report to the Building Official and Chief of the Plan Review Services. This position will review construction documents to ensure that the building construction and systems are designed and comply with electrical design standards of Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code (VUSBC). Projects are complex due to size, multiplicity of structures, advanced design of installed systems, and advanced construction methods and techniques.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Architecture & Sustainable Design, or related field
Electrical Plans Examiner I: Must obtain Virginia Plans Electrical Examiner Certification within 12 months of employment.
Electrical Plans Examiner II: Some responsible experience in Electrical Systems Engineering related to buildings and facilities
Experience working with construction plans
Possession of a Virginia Plans Electrical Examiner Certification - OR - Registered Design Professional license
Completion of the requirements to obtain additional certifications as a Plans Examiner in qualifying disciplines (e.g., plumbing, structural, building, fire, mechanical, and/or electrical)
Demonstrated ability to apply the modern principles and practices of the electrical engineering/technical field
Skilled in negotiating agreements with engineers, developers, contractors, and governmental professionals to bring about compliance with applicable permitting, engineering, and code requirements
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships among staff, community representatives, representatives from other jurisdictions, and work effectively as a contributing team member
Ability to acquire the knowledge of the legal mandates which define/limit the public-service mission of the division and department
Knowledge of applicable codes, statutes, and regulations, including computer applications relevant to the field
Possesses Virginia Electrical Examiner Certification within 12 months of employment
Completion of the Commonwealth of Virginia Statement of Economic Interest form will be required of the successful candidate upon hire and annually thereafter
A pre-employment criminal records check will be conducted. It may include checks of the following: criminal record, driving record, education, professional licensure, and credit history.
You may be required to sign a release authorizing the County to obtain your background information.
The incumbent will work at locations other than the primary worksite and must have the ability to use alternative transportation methods or possess a valid driver’s license. If possess a license, will be required to show proof by providing a copy of driving record.

Nice To Haves

Experience in one or more of the following: Working with the National Electrical Code; Reading and interpreting construction documents, specifications, codes, regulations and/or ordinances; Responding to public inquiries; and Certification by ICC or VA as an Electrical Plans Examiner, Commercial Electrical Inspector, or Residential Electrical Inspector.

Responsibilities

Designing, reviewing, and approving construction documents for compliance with the National Electrical Code (NEC) and VUSBC
Interpreting and enforcing codes, regulations and ordinances
Conducting field visits to evaluate buildings and systems, including field surveys of buildings
Developing information and training materials including conducting training for peers and constituents
Providing code consultation services to builders, developers, engineers, property owners, architects and other governmental agencies
Evaluating electrical systems and components to determine whether the system design will comply with National Electrical Code
Representing the Division and the County at meetings and public hearings
Developing, participating in, and defending code change proposals at local, state, and national arenas
Performing other job-related duties as assigned, including ensuring accordance with accepted code standards and applicable legal ordinances and regulations