Freelance Mechanical Inspector

Job Summary:

The Mechanical Inspector is responsible for ensuring that all mechanical systems,

components, and equipment installed or fabricated for Oil & Gas projects meet the

required engineering standards, codes, and client specifications. This role involves

hands-on inspection activities across all project phases, from fabrication and

installation to pre-commissioning and final acceptance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform inspection of mechanical systems, equipment, piping, and structural

components in accordance with applicable standards (e.g., ASME, API, ISO).

• Monitor and verify installation and fabrication activities on pressure vessels,

piping systems, tanks, rotating and static equipment.

• Conduct dimensional checks, welding inspections, hydrostatic and pneumatic

tests.

• Review and verify compliance of materials, certificates, and documentation (e.g.,

MTCs, test reports).

• Supervise and verify equipment alignment, torqueing, and preservation

procedures.

• Witness FATs (Factory Acceptance Tests), SATs (Site Acceptance Tests), and

performance tests for mechanical equipment.

• Participate in punch list walkdowns and ensure the timely resolution of non[1]conformities.

• Coordinate with construction, engineering, and QA/QC teams to ensure project

quality requirements are met.

• Ensure all inspections and testing are documented accurately and in compliance

with the ITP (Inspection and Test Plan).

• Prepare daily/weekly inspection reports and maintain inspection records.

• Support audits, client inspections, and third-party verification when required.

Preferred Certifications:

• CSWIP / AWS / API 570 / API 510 / ISO 9712 (NDT levels)

• HSE Certifications (e.g., BOSIET, H2S, etc.)