ABOUT THIS POSITION The Planning & Development Department guides the physical development of the city by preserving our historic sites, planning what can be built where, and ensuring safe construction of buildings and infrastructure. A host of advisory and governing bodies of residents as well as elected officials provide oversight as the city grows and needs arise. The process is governed through development and enforcement of city codes and ordinances. The City of Phoenix Planning and Development Department is seeking a Mechanical Plans Engineer to review and examine complex mechanical and plumbing construction plans for compliance with adopted codes and ordinances. Responsibilities include examining new construction, alteration, and repairs for compliance with the City plumbing and mechanical codes. Advice and guidance is provided to architects, engineers, and contractors related to the interpretation of the Phoenix Building Construction Code and in resolving complicated code issues. Technical expertise is exercised to develop and maintain consistency among plan review and inspection staff. IDEAL CANDIDATE * Knowledge of Uniform Plumbing Code (UPC), International Plumbing Code (IPC), International Mechanical Code (IMC), International Fuel Gas Code (IFGC), and construction codes. * Knowledge of standard plumbing and mechanical construction materials. * Ability to read and interpret building construction plans. * Ability to use professional judgement in application of code requirements. * Possess strong communication skills, both written and oral. SALARY Pay Range: $102,688.80 to $137,592.00 annually. Hiring Range: $102,688.80 to $118,913.60 annually. Pay Range Explanation: * Pay range is the entire compensation range for the position classification. * Hiring range is an estimate of where you can receive an offer. The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, training, and internal equity. BENEFITS A comprehensive benefits package is offered which includes: * Traditional pension with employer and employee contributions, click here for more details: Pension Information * 401(a) and 457 plans with employer contributions * Choice of generous medical HMO, PPO, or HSA/HDHP plans * Medical enrollment includes a monthly $150 City contribution to a Post-Employment Health Plan * Wellness incentive of up to $720 annually * Dental, vision, and life insurance options * Employer paid long-term disability * Free Bus/light rail pass * Tuition reimbursement program up to $6,500 per year * Paid time off includes 13.5 paid holidays, 12 vacation days, and 15 sick days and personal leave days * Paid Parental Leave for eligible employees up to 480 hours (12 weeks) of paid leave for the birth, adoption, or foster care placement of a child during a 12-month period * Federal Student Loan Forgiveness offered through Savi For more details, visit: Unit 007 Benefits MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS * Three years of experience in the building construction industry relating to mechanical work and mechanical engineering. * Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering. * Other combinations of experience and education that meet the minimum requirements may be substituted. * By the end of probation, must meet the following three requirements: * Registered Professional Engineer/Mechanical (PE) in the State of Arizona * AND * ICC Plumbing Plans Examiner (P3) OR IAPMO UPC Residential and Commercial Plumbing Plans Examiner (PPE) * AND * ICC Mechanical Plans Examiner (M3) OR IAPMO UMC Residential and Commercial Mechanical Plans Examiner (MPE) * All finalists for positions are subject to a criminal background check applicable to the department or position. * Some positions require the use of personal or City vehicles on City business. Individuals must be physically capable of operating the vehicles safely, possess a valid driver's license and have an acceptable driving record. Use of a personal vehicle for City business will be prohibited if the employee is not authorized to drive a city vehicle or if the employee does not have personal insurance coverage. * For information regarding pre-screening and driving positions, click here. * The City job description can be found here. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS The minimum qualifications listed above, plus: * Registered Professional Engineer/Mechanical (PE) in the State of Arizona. * Five years of experience reviewing plumbing and mechanical construction plans. * Experience using Electronic Plan Review software. * Experience performing simple to complicated engineering and math computations. RECRUITMENT DATES Recruitment closes May 15, 2025. All materials must be received by 11:59 p.m. on this date. This is a position-based recruitment and will not result in any ongoing eligibility list. This recruitment and any selection processes resulting from this recruitment may be used to fill other related vacancies within the organization now or in the near future. HOW TO APPLY Apply online by completing the required information and attaching, as one document, your cover letter and resume. Please include your experience as it relates to the qualifications stated above. Only the highest qualified may be posted to the eligible to hire list. The results of the resume screening process will be sent to your primary email address. WE ARE HERE TO HELP * Job interviews may be held by video or audio conference. * If you are in need of computer resources, click here for free options. * Arizona at Work has frequent classes to help with resume writing, interviewing skills, and general career guidance. Click here for more information. * Explore other Employment Opportunities with the City of Phoenix. * Subscribe to receive e-mail notifications about new employment opportunities. * If you need assistance applying for this job, please contact our HR Connection Center at (602) 495-5700. REFERENCE Mechanical Plans Engineer, JC:23530, ID# 57733, 05/02/25, USM, SG, Benefits:007, Q Building the Phoenix of tomorrow. #DoWorkThatMakesPhoenixWork City of Phoenix is an equal opportunity employer. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service alumni who meet the required qualifications are encouraged to apply.