Senior Mechanical Systems Inspector - Water Infrastructure

ATLAS; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Insurance

Learning & Development

Employee programs

Job summary

Atlas is seeking an experienced Mechanical Systems Inspector to support water infrastructure projects in the Pacific Northwest. You will inspect mechanical systems, including piping, pumps, valves, and treatment equipment, ensuring compliance with drawings, specs, and regulatory requirements.

The role requires a strong field presence and collaboration with contractors, engineers, technicians, and project leadership to document progress, witness testing, and coordinate corrective actions.

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, P&IDs, and isometrics
• Knowledge of mechanical equipment installation, piping systems, testing, and commissioning
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 preferred
• Valid driver’s license; able to pass background check and drug screen

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

Communication

Documentation

Attention to detail

Field presence

Team collaboration

Tools

Procore

Bluebeam

Microsoft Office

Job description

Atlas is seeking an experienced Mechanical Systems Inspector to support water infrastructure projects in the Pacific Northwest. You will inspect mechanical systems, including piping, pumps, valves, and treatment equipment, ensuring compliance with drawings, specs, and regulatory requirements.

The role requires a strong field presence and collaboration with contractors, engineers, technicians, and project leadership to document progress, witness testing, and coordinate corrective actions.