Mechanical Inspector Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience as a Mechanical Inspector, Millwright, or mechanical trades professional in power generation, industrial construction, or energy sectors.
• Experience with turbines, boilers, pumps, conveyors, rotating machinery, or large industrial equipment installation.
• Strong understanding of mechanical systems, precision alignment, tolerances, and assembly.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, P&IDs, mechanical specifications, and QA/QC documentation.
• Familiarity with ASME codes, API standards, and power plant or industrial construction practices.
• Regular, reliable attendance
• Work productively and meet deadlines timely
• Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment.
• Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
• Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.
• May work at various different locations and conditions may vary.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of vibration analysis, laser alignment, and equipment testing
• CWI

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections of mechanical and millwright work including installation, alignment, and testing of mechanical equipment.
• Verify compliance with project drawings, specifications, codes, and industry standards.
• Inspect rotating machinery (pumps, fans, turbines, compressors) for proper alignment, fit, torque, and operating conditions.
• Document deficiencies, nonconformances, and corrective actions.
• Ensure welding, rigging, and mechanical assembly meet quality standards and safety requirements.
• Review contractor work plans, method statements, and quality procedures.
• Assist in resolving technical issues related to mechanical systems or equipment installation.
• Support commissioning teams with pre operational checks and functional testing.
• Prepare detailed inspection reports, checklists, and progress logs.
• Maintain accurate as built documentation and verification records.
• Track completion of inspection activities and quality milestones.
• Ensure all mechanical construction activities follow OSHA, company, and site safety protocols.
• Conduct field audits to verify proper use of lockout/tagout, rigging practices, and equipment handling.
• Support environmental and regulatory compliance efforts.
• Work closely with engineers, construction managers, contractors, and commissioning teams.
• Communicate inspection results, risks, and recommended actions to project leadership.
• Participate in quality meetings, walkdowns, and punch list creation/closure.

Benefits

• top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents
• voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs
• life insurance
• disability
• retirement plans with matching
• generous paid time off