Mechanical Integrity; MI Visual Inspector; VT

Mechanical Integrity (MI) Visual Inspector (VT)

Lenexa, KS, USA

Posted Monday, December 22, 2025 at 6:00 AM

Position Overview: We are seeking an experienced MI Visual Inspector with a strong understanding of IIAR standards and the ability to produce or interpret technical drawings. This role plays a critical part in ensuring mechanical integrity compliance for ammonia refrigeration systems and other process equipment.

• Extensive working knowledge and understanding of industrial ammonia refrigeration system components and processes.
• Ability to identify working conditions and visual defects of system piping, pressure relief systems, safety systems, air cooling evaporators, compressors, evaporative condensers, pressure vessels, purgers and refrigeration pumps.
• Experience with IIAR 6-209 Appendix B equipment checklist forms.
• Perform 5-year MI Visual inspections in a timely manner, both on site and completion of reports. Must be able to provide a narrative description of each portion of the system as well as clear instructions for corrective actions.
• Experience with mobile inspection app usage, such as Site Audit Pro or others.
• Ability to communicate professional and precisely with ammonia refrigeration technicians and managers, in writing and in person.
• Be up to date with relevant regulation and code references. Certification with RETA strongly desired.
• Working with a team, able to designate some responsibility, will providing help to other team members to achieve a complete inspection.
• Be a road warrior. Working with a team to complete several inspections consecutively will be required.
• Physical ability to maneuver around an ammonia system plant. Climbing ladders, bending, crawling, working from a lift, while wearing proper PPE.
• Perform visual mechanical integrity inspections in accordance with IIAR and relevant industry standards (e.g., API, ASME).
• Generate, review, and update mechanical and P& related to inspected systems.
• Document inspection findings and provide clear, actionable reports.
• Work closely with NDT teams, engineers, and site personnel to coordinate inspection activities.
• Ensure all inspections meet company and regulatory requirements.
• Travel to client sites as required.

• Proven experience performing MI visual inspections, preferably in the ammonia refrigeration or industrial processing industries.
• IIAR Certification and familiarity with IIAR Bulletins and Guidelines (especially IIAR 6 and IIAR
  9).
• Proficiency in reading and producing technical drawings (AutoCAD or similar platforms preferred).
• Knowledge of applicable codes and standards such as API 510, 570, 653, and ASME B31.5.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.
• NDT certifications or API visual inspection credentials are a plus.
• Must be able to work independently and manage multiple inspection assignments.

• IIAR Certification
• Prior experience with industrial refrigeration systems.
• Drafting certification or coursework in technical drawing.
• HSA/FSA
• HSA Company Match
• 401K with up to 4% Match, 100% Vested immediately
• PTO
• Free Mental Health Courses and Resources
• Free Financial Coaching Classes/Resources