Project Engineer - Plan Review

Project Engineer - Plan Review

Location

Skyline Center, 929 N. Front Street, NC

Job Type

Full Time-Regular

Job Number

FY27-00030

Department

Engineering

Opening Date

09/02/2026

Closing Date

9/20/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Post-Offer Required Pre-Employment Screenings

Driving History Check

Criminal History Check

Education Verification

Drug Screen

Approved Hiring Salary/Range

$96,135.52 - $127,000.00

Full Salary Range

$96,135.52 - $149,010.16

Working Hours

Scheduled hours are Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm. *Flex hours available.

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The City of Wilmington is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Position Description

One City. One Purpose. One Future.

As a Project Engineer- Plan Review, you'll put your engineering expertise to work where it matters most-helping shape safe, resilient, and sustainable infrastructure for the community. From roadways and bridges to stormwater systems, parks, utilities, and multimodal facilities, you'll help ensure that the places people live, work, and connect are designed and built to the highest standards.

Why This Position Matters

Great communities depend on infrastructure that works-and responsible development is a critical part of that equation. Project Engineers serve as licensed professionals who apply sound engineering judgment to the design, construction, and maintenance of public infrastructure, interpreting and applying codes, regulations, and industry standards in accordance with established engineering practice.

In this role, you'll have a direct impact on how private development integrates with the City's infrastructure and environmental goals. You'll review development plans for compliance with applicable regulations and design standards, with a particular focus on supporting the City's National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) Program.

Your expertise will help protect water quality, manage stormwater, strengthen community resilience, and support development that works for both today's residents and future generations.

This isn't just engineering-it's building a better community, one project at a time.

Typical Tasks

• Perform engineering design regulatory compliance reviews for private-sector land development projects. Serve as a member of the Technical Review Committee and/or Design Adjustment Committee.
• Provide technical support for official acceptance, encroachment, easement, surety, annexation, and technical waiver applications
• Provide engineering review and technical guidance related to stormwater management, transportation systems and other City technical standards.
• Issue NPDES Stormwater Permits and provide technical support for all phases of the Post Construction Stormwater Program (Inspection, Compliance, Permit Renewal and Administration).
• Perform site visits to evaluate existing conditions, construction activities, drainage functionality, infrastructure condition, and compliance.
• Author technical specifications and developing or improving construction details.
• Participate on various internal and external committees.
• Pursue continuous professional development.
• Provide engineering support during emergency and disaster situations.

Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or related engineering field.

Experience:

Four (4) years of progressively responsible related engineering experience.

Other requirements:

• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Valid motor vehicle driver's license.
• Knowledge of civil engineering principles and related computations, regulations, computer software, reference manuals, and technical writing skills.
• Ability to interpret and apply relevant federal, state, and local laws, codes, standards, and regulations. Support municipal emergency management operations.

Supplemental Information

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Exerts up to 10 lbs. occasionally or negligible weights frequently; sitting most of the time.

WORKING CONDITIONS

This position generally requires work indoors/office setting.

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Why Work with Us?

At the City of Wilmington, we offer more than just a job - we provide an opportunity to grow, make an impact, and maintain a healthy work-life balance. Here are some of the benefits of working with us:

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) site
• Great Work/Life Balance
• Minimal Nights/Weekends
• Minimal Travel Required for the role
• No client sales or billing
• Regular Hours: Monday through Friday 8 AM to 5 PM. Flex hours available.
• Access to Free City Employee Health Clinic (with City Insurance)
• Free City Gym Access
• Robust Wellness Program and Incentives
• Pension Plan
• Serve the Community

If youre looking for a fulfilling career with excellent benefits and a commitment to work-life balance, we encourage you to apply and join our team!

Our Core Values:

INCLUSION | COLLABORATION | CREATIVITY | ACCOUNTABILITY

Our Mission Statement: Through forward-thinking policies and responsible stewardship, we are creating a better city every day with excellent core services and quality of life for all.

What we offer:

The City of Wilmington believes that employees are one of our most important resources. We offer an excellent salary and competitive benefits package to serve the needs of our employees and their families. Our benefits package includes:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance + many other insurance options
• Excellent retirement benefits, including a city provided 4.5% contribution each pay period into a 401(k) account and automatic enrollment into the North Carolina Local Government Employees' Retirement System
• Employer-paid health & wellness clinic
• Free on-site city gym access
• Paid sick and vacation leave + 13 paid holidays per year
• 6-weeks paid parental leave
• Paid volunteer & blood donation leave to give back to our community
• Flex schedule and telework availability, depending on your position
• Professional development trainings & leadership initiatives
• Tuition assistance benefits

Applicant Status Updates: After the closing date for this position, applications will be screened by Human Resources. Applicants who meet the minimum and/or preferred qualifications will be referred over to the hiring department. All updates regarding an application can be viewed through your applicant portal.

Health Benefits are offered to employees working at least 30 hours per week.

Health Insurance - The City offers two options for health coverage: a standard PPO plan and a High Deductible Health Plan with an associated Health Savings Account. Coverage becomes effective the first day of the month following hire for employees and their eligible dependents. Both you and the City contribute to the overall cost of coverage.

Dental Insurance - Coverage becomes effective the first day of the month following hire. Employees, their spouse and dependent children are eligible for coverage.

Life Insurance - The city pays to provide coverage valued at one times your annual salary. Supplemental insurance is available for employees to purchase. Optional coverage for dependents is also available for purchase.

Retirement:

• NC Local Government Retirement System - All benefits eligible employees make a mandatory 6% contribution every pay period.
• Deferred Compensation - The city contributes an amount equal to 4.5% of the annual salary to a 401(k) plan regardless of employee contribution. Employees may choose to contribute additional money to the 401(k) or 457 deferred compensation plans, without a match from the City, within the IRS guidelines.

Paid Leave (offered to employees working at least 1,000 hours annually*):

• Sick Leave - 12 days accrued each year
• Annual Leave - Accrual based on years of service and classification. Employees can earn from 10 to 24 days each year.
• Holidays - 13 paid holidays annually
• Paid Parental Leave - Six weeks of paid leave for the birth, adoption or placement of a child (must run concurrently with FMLA).
• Part-Time Employees will earn paid leave benefits on a pro-rated basis.

Miscellaneous:

• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Cancer & Critical Illness
• Accident Insurance
• Whole Life Insurance
• Credit Union membership
• Access to City Fitness Center

Note: The City of Wilmington is on a bi-weekly pay cycle. New employees should expect to receive their first paycheck approximately 4 weeks after their start date.

This is intended to be a brief overview of the benefits offered. Please visit our website at https://www.wilmingtonnc.gov/Government/Departments-Divisions/Human-Resources/Benefits for more information.

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Each applicant must complete this supplemental questionnaire as a part of the application screening process. The information you provide will be reviewed and used to determine your eligibility to move forward in the selection process. Incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process. Do you agree to answer each supplemental question truthfully and that your responses can be verified from information included within the application?

• Yes

02

I understand that for my application to be considered, I must thoroughly complete the work experience and education portions of the application form to demonstrate my qualifications for this job. Entering "N/A or "See Resume/Application" does not qualify as an acceptable response.

• Yes

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How many years of related engineering experience do you have?

• I have no experience
• less than 1 year
• 1 year to less than 3 years
• 3 years to less than 5 years
• 5 years to less than 10 years
• 10 years or more

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Please identify the company/agency/organization where you gained the experience described in question #3. Note: These employers must be listed in the work history section on your employment application to receive credit. Entering "N/A or "See Resume/Application" does not qualify as an acceptable response.

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Which best describes your highest level of education?

• High School Diploma or GED
• Vocational/Technical Training or Certificate
• Some College
• Associates Degree
• Bachelors Degree
• Masters Degree
• Doctorate Degree
• None - N/A

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Are you currently certified as a Professional Engineer (PE) in the state of North Carolina OR possess an equivalent out-of-state license? Not being in possession of this designation will disqualify your application.

• Yes
• No

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Do you have a valid Drivers License?

• Yes
• No

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The hiring salary for the position is posted on the job posting. Salary determination is supported by budget availability and qualifications of the candidate to maintain internal equity. Please acknowledge that you understand this process.

• Yes
• No

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Employer City of Wilmington

Address PO Box 1810

929 N. Front Street, 11th Floor

Wilmington, North Carolina, 28401

Phone 910-341-7840

Website http://www.wilmingtonnc.gov/jobs