Field Mechanical Inspector – Water Infrastructure

ATLAS; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Life and Disability insurance

Safety PPE provided and safety program

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 strong field presence and collaboration with contractors, engineers, technicians, and project leadership.

Key tasks include inspecting mechanical equipment, verifying installations against drawings, witnessing tests, and maintaining thorough documentation.

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.

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 inspection

Reading drawings

Communication

Documentation

Driver's license

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 strong field presence and collaboration with contractors, engineers, technicians, and project leadership.

Key tasks include inspecting mechanical equipment, verifying installations against drawings, witnessing tests, and maintaining thorough documentation.