Field Mechanical Inspector - Water Infrastructure

ATLAS; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) match

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

PPE provided

Job summary

Atlas is seeking an experienced Mechanical Systems Inspector to support construction and rehabilitation of water infrastructure projects in the Pacific Northwest. The role requires inspecting process piping, pumps, valves, and treatment equipment, ensuring compliance with project specs, codes, and regulatory requirements, with a strong field presence.

You will document testing and commissioning activities, review drawings and submittals, maintain field records, and coordinate with contractors,

Qualifications

• 5+ years of mechanical inspection or construction experience.
• Experience on water, wastewater, heavy civil, or industrial infrastructure projects.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, P&IDs, and isometrics.
• Knowledge of mechanical equipment installation, piping systems, testing, and commissioning.
• Familiarity with AWWA, ASTM, and ASME standards preferred.
• Experience with welding inspection or CWI certification is a plus.
• Proficiency with Procore, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office.
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 preferred.
• Strong communication, documentation, and organizational skills.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Ability to pass background check, MVR review, and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Inspect process piping, pumps, valves, treatment equipment, foundations, supports, and restraints.
• Verify installations comply with approved drawings, specifications, and manufacturer requirements.
• Witness and document hydrostatic testing, pressure testing, equipment startup, and commissioning activities.
• Review shop drawings and submittals to support inspection activities.
• Document non-conforming work and coordinate corrective actions.
• Maintain daily reports, field documentation, and photo records.
• Participate in pre-installation meetings, hold points, and quality reviews.
• Monitor contractor quality control activities and support project commissioning efforts.

Skills

Field inspections

Documentation

Communication

Tools

Procore

Bluebeam

Microsoft Office

Job description

Atlas is seeking an experienced Mechanical Systems Inspector to support construction and rehabilitation of water infrastructure projects in the Pacific Northwest. The role requires inspecting process piping, pumps, valves, and treatment equipment, ensuring compliance with project specs, codes, and regulatory requirements, with a strong field presence.

You will document testing and commissioning activities, review drawings and submittals, maintain field records, and coordinate with contractors,