Millwright/Mechanical Inspector - Power

Kiewit; Lenexa (KS); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Paid time off

Retirement plans with matching

Job summary

Kiewit is seeking a Mechanical/Millwright Inspector to ensure safe, compliant installation of mechanical systems on power generation projects. You will inspect rotating equipment, pumps, turbines, and conveyors, verify adherence to drawings and codes, and document findings to support quality and safety on site.

The role requires field inspections, collaboration with engineers and construction teams, and participation in quality meetings and punch list activities, with relocation to various

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in mechanical inspection, millwright, or related trades in power generation or industrial construction.
• Experience with turbines, pumps, conveyors, and rotating machinery installation.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, P&IDs, mechanical specs, and QA/QC documentation.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections of mechanical and millwright work, including installation, alignment, and testing of equipment.
• Verify compliance with drawings, specifications, codes, and standards.
• Document deficiencies and corrective actions; maintain inspection reports and records.
• Support commissioning teams with pre-operational checks and functional testing.

Skills

Mechanical inspection

Rotating equipment alignment

Engineering drawings interpretation

QA/QC documentation

Communication with project leadership

Tools

Laser alignment tools

Vibration analysis equipment

NDT inspection equipment

Job description

Lenexa, KS, US Seminole, TX, US Hobbes, NM, US Houston, TX, US Macon, GA, US Louisville, KY, US Harrah, OK, US

Requisition ID:179955

Job Level:Mid Level

Home District/Group:TIC Power District

Department:Quality

Market:Power

Employment Type:Full Time

Position Overview

The Mechanical/Millwright Inspector is responsible for ensuring the safe, compliant, and high quality installation of mechanical systems and equipment on power generation construction projects. This role provides technical oversight, conducts detailed inspections, verifies adherence to project specifications, and supports construction teams in resolving mechanical issues. The inspector helps ensure that all rotating equipment, pumps, turbines, conveyors, and structural mechanical systems are installed accurately and operated reliably.

District Overview

TIC Power (TICP) is a subsidiary of Kiewit Corporation that provides direct-hire construction services for Power Generation utilizing a non-union craft force. Strength in estimating and pre-project planning. Constructing cogeneration, combined-cycle, geothermal and waste-to-energy generation and resource facilities. TIC Power builds major EPC power plant projects throughout North America.

Location

Various Locations. We relocate our teams based on the work that is available, combined with the development plans, skill sets and career goals of each team member. This means your Kiewit adventure is custom designed to meet our shared needs.

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.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Knowledge of vibration analysis, laser alignment, and equipment testing (preferred).
• CWI (prefer ed).

Other Requirements:

• 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.

We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry, including 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, and generous paid time off.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

At TIC, we only hire the best — and our family mentality will drive you to continue to be the best. We believe in the benefits of investing in our people. Around here, you’ll constantly increase your knowledge, sharpen your skills and gain new experiences.

Whether it’s cement for our sidewalks and driveways; aluminum for our automobiles; wood pellets for our grills; paper plates for our picnics; food for our pets or the beverages we consume with our friends, our longstanding work in the industrial market touches the tiny details in our daily lives.

If you want a career that can make an impact, look no further.

We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry, including 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, paid parental and maternity leave, and generous paid time off.