Mechanical Quality Specialist

Trueline is seeking a Mechanical Quality Specialist to join their expanding manufacturing operation in the Tuscaloosa, Alabama area for a rapidly growing off-site modular construction team. This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced mechanical construction professional who wants to leverage years of field expertise in a stable manufacturing environment while helping deliver complex modular systems for some of the country's most demanding commercial and industrial projects.

Must-Haves as the Mechanical Quality Specialist:

• 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 with excellent communication and 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

What You'll Do as the Mechanical Quality Specialist:

• Serve as the final quality checkpoint before mechanical modules leave the manufacturing facility
• Inspect 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, serviceability, and installation sequencing
• Verify proper installation, alignment, and overall fit and finish of modular mechanical systems
• Partner with fabrication, welding, mechanical assembly, electrical, and engineering teams to resolve quality and constructability issues
• Review fabrication drawings, piping isometrics, equipment layouts, and installation details
• Participate in final shipment readiness inspections and documentation
• 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
• Champion a culture of quality, safety, and continuous improvement

Nice-to-Haves as the Mechanical Quality Specialist:

• 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

This Role Offers:

• Base salary of $70,000-$90,000, depending on experience
• Annual performance-based bonus opportunity
• 401K & strong benefits package
• Stable first-shift schedule, generally Monday through Friday from approximately 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM
• Opportunity to transition from field construction into a manufacturing environment with significantly less travel
• Brand new position created as part of a rapidly expanding operation
• State-of-the-art manufacturing facility specializing in modular construction
• Opportunity to work on healthcare, automotive, mission-critical, and industrial projects across the country
• Significant long-term advancement potential into Quality Management and operational leadership
• Collaborative culture focused on craftsmanship, innovation, and continuous improvement