Senior Mechanical Quality Lead - Modular Construction

Trueline Talent; Tuscaloosa (AL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K & strong benefits package

Stable first-shift schedule (7:00 AM–3

Brand new manufacturing facility

Job summary

Trueline Talent is seeking a Mechanical Quality Specialist for a manufacturing operation in the Tuscaloosa, AL area. The role focuses on final quality checks of modular mechanical systems and close collaboration with fabrication and engineering teams.

The ideal candidate will bring 5+ years of field experience, strong knowledge of pumps and piping, and the ability to read complex drawings. This is a first-shift position with long-term growth into quality leadership and operations.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience installing commercial or industrial mechanical systems.
• Experience in a Foreman, Lead Fitter, Superintendent, or other field leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of pumps, valves, industrial piping systems, and mechanical equipment installation.
• Ability to read fabrication drawings, piping isometrics, equipment layouts, and engineering documentation.
• Experience identifying constructability, installation, and serviceability issues before project completion.
• Strong attention to detail with excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Experience on Healthcare, Data Centers, Automotive Manufacturing, or Mission-Critical Facilities.
• Local candidate able to work onsite in the Tuscaloosa, Alabama area.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the final quality checkpoint before mechanical modules leave the manufacturing facility.
• Inspect pumps, valves, piping systems, instrumentation, and mechanical equipment to ensure compliance with drawings and specs.
• Identify constructability issues before shipment, including access, piping interferences, equipment orientation, serviceability, and sequencing.
• Verify proper installation, alignment, and overall fit and finish of modular mechanical systems.
• Partner with fabrication, welding, mechanical assembly, electrical, and engineering teams to resolve quality issues.
• Review fabrication drawings, piping isometrics, equipment layouts, and installation details.
• Participate in final shipment readiness inspections and documentation.
• Support root cause analysis and continuous improvement to reduce field rework and improve installation efficiency.
• Mentor junior quality personnel and help establish best practices.
• Champion a culture of quality, safety, and continuous improvement.

Skills

Field leadership

Reading drawings

Pumps & piping knowledge

Quality inspection

Communication & problem-solving

ASME piping experience

Job description

Trueline Talent is seeking a Mechanical Quality Specialist for a manufacturing operation in the Tuscaloosa, AL area. The role focuses on final quality checks of modular mechanical systems and close collaboration with fabrication and engineering teams.

The ideal candidate will bring 5+ years of field experience, strong knowledge of pumps and piping, and the ability to read complex drawings. This is a first-shift position with long-term growth into quality leadership and operations.