Plan Check Engineer

DESCRIPTION

The City of Corona is seeking a detail-driven and solutions-oriented Plan Check Engineer to play a vital role in shaping safe, sustainable, and thriving spaces for generations to come. In this dynamic role, you'll be at the forefront of community development-reviewing complex architectural and structural plans, interpreting building codes, and collaborating with top-tier professionals to ensure every project is up to standard.

Knowledge

Theories and principles of structural design, engineering mathematics and soils engineering.

Approved building construction methods, materials and proper inspection methods related to residential, commercial and industrial developments.

Federal, state and municipal codes and regulations governing housing and building construction, rehabilitation, alteration, use and occupancy, including the Model or California Building, Plumbing, Mechanical, Energy, Fire and Electrical Codes.

Appropriate safety and fire prevention construction and building methods.

Education and Experience :

Education :

• Graduation from a four-year college or university with major course work in architecture or civil, structural, or architectural engineering.

Experience :

Special Requirements

A valid Class C California driver's license and the ability to maintain insurability under the City's Vehicle Insurance Policy.

Registration as a Professional Engineer with the State of California Department of Consumer Affairs - Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, and Geologists. Certification as a Building Plans Examiner by ICC is required, or ability to obtain within one year of employment date.

Skills & Abilities

Plan, organize, perform detailed analysis and examination of building and construction designs, specifications and plans.

Apply engineering and architectural principles and techniques to solve complex residential, commercial and industrial construction problems and objectives.

Analyze structural integrity and load factors using engineering design mechanics.

Analyze and evaluate complex building plans, data and reports to determine whether compliance has been achieved.

Licenses and Certifications :

A valid Class C California driver's license and the ability to maintain insurability under the City's Vehicle Insurance Policy.

Registration as a Professional Engineer with the State of California Department of Consumer Affairs - Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, and Geologists with a status of good standing and not suspended or revoked.

Certification as a Building Plans Examiner by ICC is required, or ability to obtain within one year of employment date.

Application Process

Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis until a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received. The deadline for first review of applications is Tuesday, August 19, 2025 . The selection process will consist of a review and evaluation of all applicants' qualifications. Those applicants deemed to possess the most desirable qualifications will be invited to participate in a possible virtual HireVue and oral interview. The top scoring candidates from the oral interview will be placed on an eligibility list from which the department may hire. The eligibility list established from this recruitment may also be used to fill the current and / or additional vacancies throughout the City.

COMMUNITY

A City whose heritage spans more than 125 years, the City of Corona, located in Riverside County, California, encompasses approximately 40 square miles and has a vibrant, culturally diverse population of approximately 170,000 residents. Residents of Corona enjoy a variety of cultural, recreational, and educational opportunities that provide a first-rate quality of life for its residents and visitors. Within an hour's travel time, outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy winter activities such as snowboarding and skiing and summer activities including surfing, boating, or simply relaxing on world class beaches. Corona's economy is strong and getting stronger; more than 84,000 people work here. Our retail, commercial, and housing areas are expanding, and office development continues to be strong.

THE ORGANIZATION

The City of Corona is a General Law city operating under a Council-Manager form of government. Policy making and legislative authority is vested in the City Council, consisting of a Mayor and four Council Members. Members of the City Council are elected by District to a four-year term. The Mayor is selected by the Council and serves as the presiding officer for one year.

The City is organized into the following departments / organizational units : Community Services, City Manager's Office, Economic Development, Finance, Fire, Human Resources, Information Technology, Legal and Risk Management, Police, Planning & Development, Public Works, and Utilities. Oversight of these departments is divided between the City Manager and an Assistant City Manager.

The City's total operating budget for Fiscal Year 2026 is $422.7 million with a General Fund operating budget of $231.3 million. Corona enjoys a workforce of 935 dedicated employees who provide high-quality services to its residents and visitors each day.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

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QUALIFICATIONS GUIDELINES

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PHYSICAL / MENTAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

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