Lead Mechanical Inspector - Contract

SGS is the world's leading inspection, verification, testing and certification company. SGS is recognized as the global benchmark for quality and integrity. With more than 97,000 employees, SGS operates a network of over 2,600 offices and laboratories around the world.

SGS is looking for a Lead Mechanical Inspector near Union City, Indiana for a contract expected to last ~8 months or until the facility is in service.  

The Lead Mechanical Inspector will oversee mechanical inspection activities for a large industrial construction project. This role is responsible for ensuring mechanical systems are installed in compliance with approved drawings, specifications, codes, and safety requirements, while providing day‑to‑day inspection leadership on site.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate all mechanical inspection activities during construction
• Oversee mechanical inspectors and interface with contractors and construction management
• Verify installation of piping, pressure vessels, mechanical equipment, and associated systems
• Ensure compliance with applicable codes (ASME, API), project specifications, and safety standards
• Review inspection and test plans, welding documentation, and material certifications
• Witness mechanical and pressure testing, mechanical completion, and pre‑commissioning activities
• Track non‑conformances, punch lists, and corrective actions through close‑out
• Maintain accurate inspection reports and quality documentation

• A minimum of 10–15 years of mechanical inspection experience in large-scale industrial construction environments
• AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) certification – ideal
• API 510 (Pressure Vessel Inspector) certification – ideal
• API 570 (Piping Inspector) certification – nice to have, given limited pressure vessel scope on site
• OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety certification (or equivalent safety training)
• Demonstrated experience in a Lead or Senior Mechanical Inspector role, providing day-to-day inspection leadership and coordinating inspection activities on site
• Proven ability to lead, mentor, and support mechanical inspectors, while interfacing effectively with contractors, construction management, and quality teams
• Extensive experience inspecting process piping, pressure systems, pressure vessels, and industrial mechanical equipment
• Strong working knowledge of mechanical codes and standards, including ASME B31, ASME Section VIII, and applicable API codes
• Ability to read and interpret P&IDs, piping isometrics, fabrication drawings, and project specifications
• Strong leadership, documentation, and communication skills with the ability to make sound field decisions.
• Shift Schedule:  Monday to Friday 7 am to 5 pm
• A per diem and milage will be paid depending on the location of the contractor
• The position will be for approximatively 8 months or until the site is in service
• The candidate will need their own vehicle to get to site.

SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristics protected by law.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.

This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts the company’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

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