Lead Mechanical Inspector - Contract

SGS • Cincinnati, OH

18h • Onsite

About The Position

SGS is looking for a Lead Mechanical Inspector near Union City, Indiana for a contract expected to last ~8 months or until the facility is in service.
The Lead Mechanical Inspector will oversee mechanical inspection activities for a large industrial construction project. This role is responsible for ensuring mechanical systems are installed in compliance with approved drawings, specifications, codes, and safety requirements, while providing day‑to-day inspection leadership on site.

Requirements

• A minimum of 10–15 years of mechanical inspection experience in large-scale industrial construction environments
• OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety certification (or equivalent safety training)
• Demonstrated experience in a Lead or Senior Mechanical Inspector role, providing day-to-day inspection leadership and coordinating inspection activities on site
• Proven ability to lead, mentor, and support mechanical inspectors, while interfacing effectively with contractors, construction management, and quality teams
• Extensive experience inspecting process piping, pressure systems, pressure vessels, and industrial mechanical equipment
• Strong working knowledge of mechanical codes and standards, including ASME B31, ASME Section VIII, and applicable API codes
• Ability to read and interpret P&IDs, piping isometrics, fabrication drawings, and project specifications
• Strong leadership, documentation, and communication skills with the ability to make sound field decisions
• The candidate will need their own vehicle to get to site.

Nice To Haves

• AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) certification – ideal
• API 510 (Pressure Vessel Inspector) certification – ideal
• API 570 (Piping Inspector) certification – nice to have, given limited pressure vessel scope on site

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate all mechanical inspection activities during construction
• Oversee mechanical inspectors and interface with contractors and construction management
• Verify installation of piping, pressure vessels, mechanical equipment, and associated systems
• Ensure compliance with applicable codes (ASME, API), project specifications, and safety standards
• Review inspection and test plans, welding documentation, and material certifications
• Witness mechanical and pressure testing, mechanical completion, and pre‑commissioning activities
• Track non-conformances, punch lists, and corrective actions through close-out
• Maintain accurate inspection reports and quality documentation

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed