Mechanical Engineer, part of the Plan Review Team in beautiful Portland, Oregon

THE CITY OF PORTLAND invites applications for the position of:

Mechanical Engineer

Salary:   $42.96 - $52.21 Hourly, Great Benefits!

Recruitment Opening Date: 10/17/2016

Recruitment Closing Date:   10/31/2016 04:30 PM

For Qualifications and to Apply Visit:

            www.portlandoregon.gov/jobs after recruitment opens on October 17, 2016

The Mission of Portland’s Bureau of Development Services is to promote safety, livability, and economic vitality through efficient and collaborative application of building and development codes.

THE POSITION:

The Mechanical Engineer with the Bureau of Development Services (BDS) works as part of the Plan Review Team within the Plan Review & Permitting Services division. They are responsible for and perform reviews of construction plans for heating, ventilating and air conditioning (HVAC) systems, refrigeration, exhaust and smoke control systems for compliance with state building codes and other applicable city, state and federal regulations. The Mechanical Engineer works independently; uses initiative, exercises sound and professional problem-solving judgment; prioritizes responsibilities, and multi-tasks while adhering to timelines and customer service expectations.

Work includes:

• Reviewing of the building envelope, mechanical systems and lighting for compliance with energy conservation requirements;
• Working collaboratively with customers and coworkers including design professionals, contractors, owners, plans examiners, fire marshals, structural engineers, inspectors and others to assist in answering questions, interpreting complex technical concepts and offering solutions, from design concept through construction; and
• Providing excellent customer service in an equitable manner to meet the Bureau’s expectations and the needs of the City of Portland’s community.

The current opportunity is in the Bureau of Development Services; however, the eligible list generated from this recruitment may also be used to fill future vacancies in the other bureaus. Fluency in a second language is desirable, but not required.  You are encouraged to ask questions about the certifications and qualifications for this position. Please join us at one of the optional information sessions listed below.

It is the policy of the City of Portland that no person shall be discriminated against based on race, religion, color, sex, marital status, family status, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or source of income. The City values diversity and encourages everyone who is interested in employment with the City to apply. An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer  

OPTIONAL INFORMATION SESSIONS

To assist you in understanding this position and the recruitment process, we will offer Optional Information Sessions that will provide you with details about this position and about the application process. We will also talk about the process of obtaining relevant certifications. You are not required to attend to apply for this job, but attending will help you with the application process. You are welcome to join us for one of these optional sessions:

The optional informational sessions will be held on:

Thursday, October 20, 2016

12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.

OR

Tuesday, October 25, 2016

5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

Location: Bureau of Development Services

1900 SW Fourth Avenue, Fifth Floor ~ Portland, OR 97201

Please note: this is not the Portland Building, which is located several blocks to the north.

*If you are unable to attend the info sessions, you have the option to participate remotely. For instructions on how to participate remotely, please contact Krystal Ngene by 2:00 p.m. Pacific Time within 2 business days of the informational session date by email, ..., or by phone at ...