Mechanical Inspector
About The Position
The FDA Pacific Southwest Laboratory & District Office facility supports laboratory operations including work with controlled biological and chemical agents. The construction project involves two related scopes of work: Vacuum Pump System Replacement and Room 2309 VHP Exhaust Correction. The Vacuum Pump System Replacement involves replacing an old vacuum system with a new unit of matching or greater capacity, including N+1 redundancy, a new control panel integrated with the existing Building Automation System (BAS), and independent isolation valves. The Room 2309 VHP Exhaust Correction involves directly ducting three isolators to the outside via an exhaust fan to address VHP detection systems alarming at levels exceeding safe human exposure thresholds. Both scopes involve critical laboratory systems in an occupied facility, requiring careful coordination with FDA facility management, minimal disruption to ongoing operations, and strict compliance with biosafety and safety requirements.
Requirements
- Vacuum pump system inspection
- HVAC and plumbing observation
- Pressure test witnessing
- ICC or NICET certification in mechanical inspection
Nice To Haves
- Laboratory mechanical systems experience
Responsibilities
- Observe and document vacuum pump installation activities, including equipment placement, connection to existing systems, valve installations, and housekeeping pad work.
- Verify compliance with submitted shop drawings and equipment cutsheets approved by FDA.
- Witness and document pressure testing of the vacuum system.
- Verify N+1 redundancy configuration is correctly installed and operable.
- Inspect temporary utilities provided during shutdowns exceeding 3 days.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
