Position Description: 

The Seattle Department of Construction & Inspections (SDCI) is seeking a motivated Mechanical Plans Engineer, Entry to join our Land Use & Engineering Services Division. This entry-level role performs increasingly independent work reviewing mechanical and related environmental systems construction permit applications to ensure compliance with the Seattle Mechanical Code, the Seattle Energy Code, and departmental policies and objectives.

Positions at the entry level receive continuing supervision while developing proficiency with SDCI’s policies, codes, processes, and organizational structures. Work requires foundational knowledge of mechanical engineering principles and familiarity with HVAC and energy-conservation system design. Employees must apply independent judgment to interpret and apply general guidelines to specific situations.

Job Responsibilities: 

You will be successful in this role if you can:

• Review less complex mechanical, architectural, and environmental system designs for compliance with the Seattle Mechanical Code and Seattle Energy Code.
• Review residential building permit applications for compliance with the Seattle Residential Code and Seattle Energy Code residential provisions, including evaluation of building envelope components, mechanical system performance, and required energy-efficiency documentation.
• Resolve problems and assist architects, building owners, mechanical engineers, and mechanical contractors with technical advice on building envelope and equipment changes or alterations concerning code compliance.
• Communicate effectively with permit applicants to resolve design errors, provide advice and interpretation of regulations.
• Perform mechanical and energy calculations to verify adequacy of designs.
• Assist SDCI's building and mechanical inspectors in resolving problems encountered during field inspections.

Your effectiveness and ability to succeed in this position will be enhanced by your:

• Ability to work independently and under limited supervision.
• Ability to interpret and apply guidelines and specifications to resolve less complex energy and mechanical code problems.
• Excellent customer service and strong writing and communication skills.
• Working knowledge of computers including Outlook, Word, Bluebeam and Adobe Acrobat Professional

Please note this job advertisement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.