Water Infrastructure Mechanical Inspector

ATLAS; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Atlas seeks an experienced Mechanical Systems Inspector to support water infrastructure projects in the Pacific Northwest. The role inspects piping, pumps, valves, tanks, and equipment, ensuring compliance with drawings, specs, and codes while coordinating with contractors and project leadership.

The job emphasizes field focus, documentation, and participation in commissioning activities, with preference for welding inspection knowledge and Procore/Bluebeam proficiency.

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

Reading drawings & specs

Field inspection

Communication

Documentation

Collaborating with contractors

Safety compliance

Industrial inspection

Piping systems knowledge

Regulatory standards knowledge

Driver's license

Education

OSHA 10/OSHA 30 training

Tools

Procore

Bluebeam

Microsoft Office

Job description

Atlas seeks an experienced Mechanical Systems Inspector to support water infrastructure projects in the Pacific Northwest. The role inspects piping, pumps, valves, tanks, and equipment, ensuring compliance with drawings, specs, and codes while coordinating with contractors and project leadership.

The job emphasizes field focus, documentation, and participation in commissioning activities, with preference for welding inspection knowledge and Procore/Bluebeam proficiency.