Mechanical Quality Specialist
$70,000–$90,000 year
On-siteTuscaloosa, Alabama, United States
Job Summary
Serve as the final quality checkpoint before mechanical modules leave the manufacturing facility by inspecting pumps, valves, piping systems, instrumentation, and mechanical equipment to ensure compliance with engineering drawings and specifications. Identify constructability issues before shipment, including access concerns, piping interferences, equipment orientation, and serviceability, while verifying proper installation, alignment, and overall fit and finish. Partner with fabrication, welding, mechanical assembly, electrical, and engineering teams to resolve quality and constructability issues, review fabrication drawings and piping isometrics, and participate in final shipment readiness inspections. Support root cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives to reduce field rework and improve installation efficiency. Mentor junior quality personnel and help establish best practices throughout the manufacturing operation.
Required Qualifications
- 5+ years of experience installing commercial or industrial mechanical systems
- Experience as a Foreman, Lead Fitter, Superintendent, or other field leadership role, or equivalent informal leadership experience
- Strong knowledge of pumps, valves, industrial piping systems, and mechanical equipment installation
- Ability to read and interpret fabrication drawings, piping isometrics, equipment layouts, and engineering documentation
- Experience identifying constructability, installation, and serviceability issues before project completion
- Strong attention to detail
- Excellent communication skills
- Problem-solving skills
- Experience working on at least one of the following project types: Healthcare, Data Centers, Automotive Manufacturing, Mission-Critical Facilities
- Local candidate able to work onsite in the Tuscaloosa, Alabama area
Desired Qualifications
- ASME piping experience
- QA/QC inspection experience
- Experience in modular construction or off-site manufacturing
- CWI, NDT, or other quality certifications
- Experience with industrial process piping
- Mechanical contracting background
- Experience mentoring field personnel or junior inspectors
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