Dearborn, Michigan, United States · On-site
$85k–$119k/yr
Job DetailsJob Location: Dearborn Administrative Center - Dearborn, MI 48126Position Type: Full TimeSalary Range: $84,936.00 - $119,165.00 Salary/yearCHIEF PLANS EXAMINER STARTING SALARY: Minimum: $84,936 per year Maximu…
Skills: Plan Review, Building Code Compliance, Staff Supervision, Technical Leadership, Code Interpretation
Dearborn, Michigan, United States · Hybrid
$87k–$166k/yr
Strategic Buyer - Raw Materials Metals We made history and now we work to transform the future – for our customers, our communities and our families. You'll see your work on the road every day, helping people move freely…
Skills: Strategic Sourcing, Contract Negotiation, Commodity Management, Market Analysis, Supplier Relationship Management
Dearborn, Michigan, United States · Hybrid
$87k–$166k/yr
Strategic Buyer - Raw Materials Metals We made history and now we work to transform the future – for our customers, our communities and our families. You'll see your work on the road every day, helping people move freely…
Skills: Strategic Procurement, Supplier Relationship Management, Contract Negotiation, Index-based Pricing, Metal Market Analysis
Dearborn, Michigan, United States · Hybrid
$142k–$268k/yr
Ford Energy is a newly formed, wholly-owned subsidiary of Ford Motor Company dedicated to accelerating U.S. energy independence. Leveraging Ford’s century of manufacturing excellence and world-class battery energy storag…
Skills: Quality Assurance, Systems Engineering, Failure Mode Avoidance, Cost of Quality Management, Six Sigma
Dearborn, Michigan, United States · Hybrid
$142k–$268k/yr
Ford Energy is a newly formed, wholly-owned subsidiary of Ford Motor Company dedicated to accelerating U.S. energy independence. Leveraging Ford’s century of manufacturing excellence and world-class battery energy storag…
Skills: Quality Assurance, Systems Engineering, Product Development, Failure Mode Avoidance, DFMEA
Dearborn, Michigan, United States · Hybrid
$99k–$166k/yr
We made history and now we work to transform the future – for our customers, our communities and our families. You'll see your work on the road every day, helping people move freely and pursue their dreams. At Ford, you …
Skills: Perceived Quality Assessment, Surface Execution, Automotive Design, Studio Engineering, Competitive Assessment
Dearborn, Michigan, United States · Hybrid
$99k–$166k/yr
We made history and now we work to transform the future – for our customers, our communities and our families. You'll see your work on the road every day, helping people move freely and pursue their dreams. At Ford, you …
Skills: Perceived Quality, Surface Execution, Automotive Design, Studio Engineering, Creative Problem-solving
Dearborn, Michigan, United States · Hybrid
$115k–$193k/yr
Ford’s Electric Vehicles, Digital and Design (EVDD) team is charged with delivering the company’s vision of a fully electric transportation future. EVDD is customer-obsessed, entrepreneurial, and data-driven and is dedic…
Skills: Program Management, Product Development, Software Delivery, Jira, Continuous Integration
Dearborn, Michigan, United States · Hybrid
$115k–$193k/yr
Ford’s Electric Vehicles, Digital and Design (EVDD) team is charged with delivering the company’s vision of a fully electric transportation future. EVDD is customer-obsessed, entrepreneurial, and data-driven and is dedic…
Skills: Program Management, Product Development, Software Delivery, Jira, CI/CD
Dearborn, Michigan, United States · Hybrid
$68k–$193k/yr
We made history and now we work to transform the future – for our customers, our communities and our families. You'll see your work on the road every day, helping people move freely and pursue their dreams. At Ford, you …
Skills: C Programming, Embedded Control Systems, Software Design, Algorithm Implementation, Unit Testing
Dearborn, Michigan, United States · On-site
$84k–$141k/yr
Maintenance Supervisor We are the movers of the world and the makers of the future. We get up every day, roll up our sleeves and build a better world -- together. At Ford, we’re all a part of something bigger than oursel…
Skills: Supervisory Leadership, Manufacturing Experience, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint
Dearborn, Michigan, United States · On-site
$84k–$141k/yr
Maintenance Supervisor We are the movers of the world and the makers of the future. We get up every day, roll up our sleeves and build a better world -- together. At Ford, we’re all a part of something bigger than oursel…
Skills: Asset Management, PLC Logic And Controls, Mechanical Aptitude, Team Leadership, Conflict Resolution
Dearborn, Michigan, United States · Hybrid
$84k–$162k/yr
In this position... Lead knowledge development in problem solving across the STA organization Provide technical support to colleagues as the subject matter expert in various problem-solving techniques and tools Provide c…
Skills: Lean Methodologies, Six Sigma, Ford Production System, Kaizen, 5S
Dearborn, Michigan, United States · Hybrid
$85k–$160k/yr
Ford’s Electric Vehicles, Digital and Design (EVDD) team is charged with delivering the company’s vision of a fully electric transportation future. EVDD is customer-obsessed, entrepreneurial, and data-driven and is dedic…
Skills: Python, SQL, C++, MATLAB, Simulink
Dearborn, Michigan, United States · Hybrid
$85k–$160k/yr
Ford’s Electric Vehicles, Digital and Design (EVDD) team is charged with delivering the company’s vision of a fully electric transportation future. EVDD is customer-obsessed, entrepreneurial, and data-driven and is dedic…
Skills: Python, SQL, Statistical Methods, Machine Learning, MATLAB
Dearborn, Michigan, United States · Hybrid
We made history and now we work to transform the future – for our customers, our communities and our families. You'll see your work on the road every day, helping people move freely and pursue their dreams. At Ford, you …
Skills: Strategic Sourcing, Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Cost Modeling, Financial Evaluation
Dearborn, Michigan, United States · Hybrid
$100k–$167k/yr
Ford’s Research and Advanced Engineering team takes new ideas from theory to reality. Every day, we develop advanced energy management and propulsion technologies, create cutting-edge materials and manufacturing processe…
Skills: C Programming, MATLAB, Simulink, Embedded Controls, Powertrain Control
Dearborn, Michigan, United States · Hybrid
$100k–$167k/yr
Ford’s Research and Advanced Engineering team takes new ideas from theory to reality. Every day, we develop advanced energy management and propulsion technologies, create cutting-edge materials and manufacturing processe…
Skills: C Programming, Matlab, Simulink, Model Based Design, Embedded Controls
Dearborn, Michigan, United States · Hybrid
$87k–$145k/yr
We made history and now we work to transform the future – for our customers, our communities and our families. You'll see your work on the road every day, helping people move freely and pursue their dreams. At Ford, you …
Skills: Electrified Propulsion Systems, Vehicle Integration, Testbed Development, Data Acquisition Systems, Systems Engineering
Dearborn, Michigan, United States · Hybrid
$87k–$145k/yr
We made history and now we work to transform the future – for our customers, our communities and our families. You'll see your work on the road every day, helping people move freely and pursue their dreams. At Ford, you …
Skills: Electrified Propulsion Systems, Vehicle Integration, Data Acquisition Systems, Dynamometer Development, HIL/SIL Testing
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Oversees all plan review operations for residential, commercial, and industrial projects to ensure compliance with state and local building codes. Supervises staff and coordinates with developers, architects, and engineers to maintain safety and code integrity.
Requires five years of experience in plan review or building inspection, including at least two years in a supervisory role. Must hold LARA Act 407 certifications for Plan Review and Building Official, as well as SESC Plan Review certification.
Job DetailsJob Location: Dearborn Administrative Center - Dearborn, MI 48126Position Type: Full TimeSalary Range: $84,936.00 - $119,165.00 Salary/yearCHIEF PLANS EXAMINER
STARTING SALARY: Minimum: $84,936 per year Maximum: $119,165 per year
This position is responsible for overseeing all plan review operations within the Building and Safety Department to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with state and local building codes for residential, commercial, and industrial projects. The Chief Plans Examiner provides technical leadership, supervises plan review staff, and coordinates with developers, architects, engineers, and other departments to uphold safety, code integrity, and customer service standards. Reporting to the Assistant Building Official, this role manages division workflows and serves as the primary authority for complex plan reviews and technical code interpretation.
TYPICAL CLASS ESSENTIAL DUTIES: (See online posting for complete job description)
Oversees the plan review process and supervises Plan Review staff for residential, commercial, and industrial projects to ensure compliance with state and local codes and ordinances.
Reviews complex and high-value project plans and specifications for structural, fire, accessibility, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing code compliance.
Coordinates plan review workflow and communication among Planning, Engineering, Fire, and other departments to ensure efficient interdepartmental review.
Provides technical guidance and code interpretation to plan reviewers, inspectors, and external stakeholders.
Conducts training and mentoring for plan review and inspection staff to ensure consistency, professional development, and compliance with best practices
Communicates with architects, engineers, contractors, and property owners to explain code requirements and resolve discrepancies in submittals.
Prepares and maintains plan review records, reports, and performance metrics to track accuracy, timeliness, and compliance.
Participates in the development and implementation of customer service standards, digital permitting processes, and procedural improvements.
Serves as acting division lead on plan review matters when the Assistant Building Official is unavailable.
Demonstrates regular and predictable attendance, including attendance at required meetings.
This job description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department.
Up to one (1) year of specialized or technical training beyond high school and five (5) years of experience in plan review, building inspection, or a related construction/design field, including at least two (2) years in a supervisory or lead capacity; or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job.
Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) Act 407 certifications for both Plan Review and Building Official.
SESC Plan Review certification.
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Satisfactory completion of background check (sex offender registry if applicable) and a pre-employment physical and drug screen that tests for illegal drugs as defined by the Federal Drug Free Workplace Act but not those legalized under Michigan law.
Dearborn is a regional center for employment, healthcare services, higher education, entertainment, and transportation.
Founded in 1786 and incorporated as a city in 1929, Dearborn, Michigan is the seventh-largest city in the state, and the second-largest city in Wayne County. More than 100,000 residents call Dearborn home and benefit from the Dearborn Advantage. Dearborn is home to a thriving small business economy and also serves as the headquarters for major corporations, including Ford Motor Company, Carhartt, Hollingsworth, and Shatila Food Products. Thousands advance their education each year at The University of Michigan - Dearborn and Henry Ford College, which are based in Dearborn. The City of Dearborn can also be found on Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, Twitter, and YouTube at @dearborn.gov.
Offices: 16901 Michigan Ave, Dearborn, MI 48126, US
View all jobs at City of DearbornBased on 480 listings with disclosed salaries, most engineering jobs in Dearborn, MI pay between $74k–$193k per year. Individual offers vary with seniority, company size, and specialization.
There are currently 582 open engineering positions in Dearborn, MI listed on Clera. New openings are added daily as companies post roles.
Companies currently hiring include Ford Motor Company, Ghafari Associates, Edw. C. Levy Co., MARTIN Technologies - MARTIN Motorsports, Corewell Health, among others. Browse the listings above to see every active employer.
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