QC Inspector Mechanical Project
Section I: Job summary
The QC inspector – mechanical performs inspection and testing of mechanical equipment installation activities to verify compliance with drawings, specifications, and applicable codes and standards.
Section II: Job analysis
Duties & responsibilities
Perform in-process and final inspections on mechanical equipment installation works (pumps, vessels, packages, structural skids).
Verify equipment installation, alignment, and grouting against approved drawings and vendor specifications.
Witness mechanical running tests, alignment checks, and equipment box-up activities per the ITP.
Verify materials and equipment against material certificates, vendor data, and specifications.
Record inspection results and raise non-conformance reports as required.
Coordinate hold points and inspections with client/third-party inspectors.
Maintain inspection records, checklists, and daily QC reports.
Verify calibration status of measuring and test equipment used on site.
Support punch-list generation and verification of closure for mechanical works.
Ensure work fronts comply with approved method statements and mechanical equipment standards.
Support preparation of quality documentation for mechanical handover dossiers.
Section III: Performance indicators
Evaluated based on
Inspection accuracy and completeness
Timely identification and reporting of non-conformances
First-time inspection pass rate on assigned work fronts
Adherence to inspection schedules/hold points
Quality of inspection documentation
Section IV: Required skills & abilities
Core competencies
Attention to detail
Integrity
Analytical thinking
Communication skills
Time management
Technical skills
Mechanical equipment inspection techniques
Reading mechanical/equipment drawings & vendor data
Equipment alignment & grouting inspection
Inspection & test plans (ITPs)
Measuring & alignment equipment use
QC documentation & reporting
Section V: Required experience and education
Experience
5–8 years of experience as a QC inspector on mechanical equipment installation projects.
Education
Diploma or bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering.
QC/inspection certification preferred.