Mechanical Inspector

About Atlas

Atlas is a trusted leader in environmental and infrastructure consulting services; we provide services that enable communities to flourish and thrive. With a team of 3,500 employees and offices throughout the US, we combine local expertise and a network of relationships to deliver solutions to both public and private clients. Our services help improve the quality of life in the communities where we live and work. We always aim for smart, safe, and sustainable results. At Atlas we understand that our future is everyone’s responsibility, and we create a better experience at every stage of a project.

Job Description

Atlas is hiring a Mechanical Inspector to support construction of the Bull Run Filtration Facility in Gresham, Oregon—one of the Pacific Northwest’s most significant water infrastructure projects. This greenfield facility will provide a modern, resilient drinking water filtration system for the greater Portland region.

In this role, the Mechanical Inspector will perform inspections of mechanical systems such as process piping, pumps, valves, tanks, and treatment equipment to verify compliance with project documents, codes, and regulatory standards. Success in this position requires consistent onsite presence, attention to detail, and strong collaboration with contractors, engineers, materials technicians, and project leadership.

Core Responsibilities

• Perform daily field inspections of mechanical systems including:

  • Process piping (ductile iron, stainless steel, carbon steel, HDPE)

  • Pump installations and alignment

  • Valves and appurtenances

  • Mechanical equipment foundations and anchorage

  • Treatment process equipment

  • Pipe supports and restraints

• Verify installation activities comply with approved drawings, specifications, and manufacturer requirements.
• Witness and document pressure testing, hydrostatic testing, pump testing, equipment startup, and commissioning activities.
• Coordinate with material testing technicians to verify compliance of installed mechanical materials.
• Review shop drawings and submittals to understand inspection criteria.
• Identify and document non-conformances and coordinate corrective actions with contractor and QC Supervisor.
• Maintain detailed inspection reports, photo documentation, and daily logs.
• Participate in preparatory meetings, pre-installation meetings, and hold-point inspections.
• Monitor contractor quality control procedures and verify implementation.
• Ensure installations comply with environmental, safety, and confined space requirements.
• Support system turnover documentation and commissioning verification.
• Communicate proactively with the Atlas Quality Control Supervisor regarding inspection findings, risks, or recurring issues

You’ll thrive here if you have

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or related technical field preferred; equivalent field experience will be considered.
• Minimum 5 years of mechanical inspection or construction experience.
• Experience inspecting mechanical systems on heavy civil, industrial, or water/wastewater infrastructure projects.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, P&IDs, and isometrics.
• Experience witnessing and documenting pressure testing and equipment installation.
• Strong understanding of installation tolerances, alignment procedures, and mechanical system performance requirements.
• Experience with Welding inspection, and/or Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) certification, preferred but not required.
• Familiarity with:
  • AWWA standards
  • ASTM standards
  • ASME piping requirements
  • Mechanical equipment installation standards
• Experience with hydrostatic testing, bolt torque verification, pump alignment, and mechanical commissioning.
• Proficiency with:
  • Procore or equivalent construction management software
  • Bluebeam
  • Microsoft Office
• Knowledge of state and local construction codes applicable to water treatment facilities.
• OSHA 10 or 30 certification preferred.
• Strong observational and documentation skills.
• Ability to work independently while coordinating within a large multi-discipline team.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to maintain professionalism in a high-visibility public infrastructure project.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational ability.
• Comfortable working in an active construction environment.
• Full-time onsite presence required
• Ability to pass criminal background, MVR and drug screen upon offer.
• Valid driver's license required.

What you can expect from us

The A-Team Experience is our employee program focused on helping our people thrive professionally, personally and as part of a community. We trust our people to do great work and live fulfilling lives, and we provide resources that care for our people, both at work and in life:

• Health & Wellness: We offer medical, dental and vision coverage with multiple plan options, including no-cost employee-only medical coverage.

• Time Off & Family Support: We offer vacation time, paid holidays, sick & safety leave (SSL) and paid parental leave

• Retirement: We help employees plan for the future with a 401(k) and company match.

• Insurance: To provide protection and peace of mind, we offer Life, AD&D (Accidental Death & Dismemberment) and Disability insurance.

• Safety Program: We are committed to safety as part of our ‘quality of life’ core value, and we provide approved PPE at no cost and reimbursement for prescription safety glasses and protective footwear.

• Learning & Development: We provide clear career paths, learning resources and development programs allowing you to see how you can grow and advance within the company. We offer internal certifications on specific skills and support external credentials through tuition reimbursement.

• Belonging: We support Employee Communities (ECs), voluntary, employee-led groups that create connections, belonging and shared purposes.

• Flexibility: May vary by project demands and regional workloads, but we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to help employees manage their personal and professional responsibilities.

Our people and our culture are central to our work. Our values bring us together, create a sense of belonging and give us purpose. They guide how we make decisions, how we work as a team and how we serve our clients.

• Life: We enhance the quality of life. We value people and safety above all else.

• Heart: As our hallmark, we act with compassion, empathy, and respect.

• Trust: We work together as partners, doing what we say with full accountability.

• Mastery: Always striving for the highest quality, greatness inspires our work.

About the Job

• Career Level: Associate
• Employment Type: Full-time

EEO Statement

Atlas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants without regard to race (including hairstyles, hair texture, hair type, or hair length commonly or historically associated with race), ethnicity, creed, religion or religious creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions or requests for pregnancy disability leave and/or family care leave), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship or immigration status, primary language, crime victim status, criminal conviction history, uniformed service member or veteran status, marital status, age, genetic information, disability or protected medical condition, genetics, political affiliation or activities, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Notice to Third Party Agencies

Please note that Atlas Technical Consultants does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, Atlas will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, Atlas explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Atlas.

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