Job Description

Overview

The Sr. Quality Technician, Mechanical in Houston performs complex inspections of mechanical equipment and serves as a technical resource for Quality Technicians and Production personnel. The role supports first builds, quality issue resolution, and final product readiness at Integra, a company focused on transforming the data center industry.

Responsibilities

  • Perform complex incoming, in-process, and final inspections of mechanical equipment.
  • Support first-article, first-build, and critical product inspections.
  • Interpret mechanical drawings, bills of material, specifications, and inspection checklists.
  • Inspect complex structural assemblies, piping systems, and related mechanical equipment.
  • Verify critical dimensions, fit-up, alignment, and assembly completeness.
  • Review pressure-test, leak-test, and mechanical inspection records.
  • Support inspection priorities and resolve significant production-floor Quality issues.
  • Mentor Quality Technicians on mechanical inspection methods.
  • Evaluate nonconforming conditions and escalate issues as needed.
  • Support containment, root-cause investigations, and corrective actions.
  • Verify rework, corrections, and closure of nonconformances.
  • Review recurring defects and recommend improvements.
  • Support the development of inspection checklists and acceptance criteria.
  • Assist with customer inspections, audits, and product-release activities.
  • Protect the accuracy and traceability of inspection records.
  • Report significant product risks and unresolved conditions.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent required.
  • Five or more years of mechanical manufacturing, assembly, or inspection experience preferred.
  • Experience performing complex mechanical inspections and supporting quality activities.
  • Experience mentoring or training Quality or Production personnel.
  • Advanced knowledge of mechanical equipment assembly and structural systems.
  • Strong ability to interpret mechanical drawings and specifications.
  • Knowledge of piping, gaskets, bolting, and testing controls.
  • Proficiency with mechanical inspection and measuring equipment.
  • Ability to evaluate complex findings and determine necessary actions.
  • Knowledge of nonconformance documentation and corrective actions.
  • Strong judgment, communication, mentoring, and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • PTO

Additional Information

  • Location: Houston
  • Department: DEPTEC

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental
Vision
PTO

How this job compares in Houston, TX

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