QA/QC Field Inspector - Mechanical (Canal Flats)

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Why IREN?

IREN is a vertically integrated AI Cloud provider, delivering large-scale data centers and GPU clusters for AI training and inference. IREN’s platform is underpinned by its expansive portfolio of grid-connected land and power in renewable-rich regions across North America, Europe and APAC.

With 100% renewable energy, we build, own and operate our data centers and take pride in being at the forefront of sustainable solutions for the ever-evolving applications of high-performance compute. We believe that human progress is invaluable, but it should be done in the right way: responsibly, sustainably and having a positive impact on the communities we operate in.

This position is based on-site in Canal Flats, BC, supporting the construction of a 30 MW liquid-cooled AI data center campus. It is a camp-based role working a 14 days on / 7 days off (14&7) rotation in support of the project's 24-hour, two-crew (A/B) construction schedule. Camp accommodations, meals, and site transportation are provided during on-rotation periods.

The Role

The QA/QC Field Inspector – Mechanical is IREN's independent verification presence on the mechanical scope of the Canal Flats build. Reporting to the Mechanical Superintendent, you inspect and verify that installations match the Engineer of Record's design, the applicable codes and standards, and the IREN Quality Management System, working day to day with the contractors' QA/QC departments to confirm their quality program is being executed and that the evidence it produces is accurate and complete. You also own the mechanical quality record with Document Control: inspection records, test reports, non-conformances, and turnover documentation, captured and traceable from installation through commissioning and handover. A single installation defect or a gap in the record can compromise uptime or delay energization, so you hold contractors to a zero-defect standard, refuse work or records that do not meet requirements, and escalate early. Expect to spend most of every shift in the field.

• Field Inspection & Verification: Perform in-progress and final inspections against the Engineer of Record's drawings, schedules, specifications, and approved submittals, covering technology cooling and facility water piping (welded, grooved, pressed, and fused), CDUs, pumps, heat exchangers, dry coolers, filtration, and chemical treatment; pipe supports, anchors, expansion, and seismic restraint; air handling units, fan walls, ductwork, dampers, and containment; sprinkler, pre-action, and clean-agent fire suppression; plumbing, fuel systems, and equipment setting and alignment.
• Hold and Witness Points: Attend and sign off hold points and witness points defined in the Inspection and Test Plans; confirm no work is covered, energized, pressurized, or turned over without the required inspections complete.
• Testing: Witness hydrostatic and pneumatic pressure tests, weld inspection and NDE results, flushing, cleaning and passivation, fill and chemical treatment, duct leakage and airflow testing, fire suppression acceptance tests, and equipment alignment and vibration checks; verify test equipment calibration and result acceptance; coordinate Technical Safety BC boiler and pressure vessel inspections.
• Contractor QA/QC Engagement: Act as IREN's day-to-day quality counterpart to the contractors' QA/QC staff; review and monitor their Quality Control Plans, ITPs, and checklists; join pre-installation meetings, first-work inspections, and mock-ups to set the standard before production work begins; conduct joint inspections and surveillance of contractor self-inspection.
• Non-Conformance: Initiate, document, and track NCRs and deficiencies; verify root cause, corrective action, and retest before closure; coordinate Technical Safety BC inspections, third-party testing, and Engineer of Record field reviews.
• Documentation & Turnover: Own the quality record for your scope with Document Control: inspection logs, test reports, NCR and deficiency registers, ITP status, photo records, and turnover packages; verify work is executed only to current controlled revisions; assemble and verify turnover packages for substantial completion and handover to Operations.
• Commissioning Support: Verify construction completion and record closure before systems are released for energization, pre-functional testing, and commissioning; support Integrated Systems Testing.
• Safety: Model IREN's safety culture and WorkSafeBC OHS Regulation requirements; stop work where conditions present an unacceptable risk.
• Reporting: Provide daily inspection reports and weekly quality metrics (inspections completed, hold points, open NCRs, deficiency aging) to the Superintendent; support internal and external audits.

• 10+ years of hands-on industrial mechanical construction experience (data centers, power generation, substations, oil and gas, mining, pulp and paper, or heavy industrial), including 3+ years in a mechanical QA/QC inspection role.
• Demonstrated experience inspecting against engineered designs and enforcing ITPs, hold points, and NCR processes on industrial or mission-critical projects, and working directly with contractor QA/QC departments.
• Strong working knowledge of process piping, pumping systems, heat exchangers, HVAC, fire suppression, and equipment installation; able to read P&IDs, isometrics, equipment schedules, and specifications. Working knowledge of ASME B31.1/B31.3, CSA B51, ASME Section IX, NFPA 13, 25, 72 and 2001, and BC Building and Fire Codes.
• Experience with construction document control, controlled revisions, and turnover documentation; proficiency with Procore, Aconex, or similar, Microsoft Office, and mobile inspection tools.
• Strong written communication and attention to detail; able to produce clear, defensible inspection reports and NCRs.
• Valid driver's licence and legal eligibility to work in Canada. Ability to work on-site in Canal Flats, BC on a 14&7 camp rotation, day or night shift; camp/remote-site experience an asset.

Preferred Experience

• Red Seal pipefitter, steamfitter, millwright, or welder certification, or a recognized inspection or quality certification (ASQ CQI, CWB Level 2, API 570/510, or equivalent).
• Prior experience on mission-critical or data center construction, including liquid-cooled infrastructure.
• Experience supporting energization, commissioning, and Integrated Systems Testing.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001-based quality systems and Technical Safety BC permitting and inspection.
• Gold Seal Certification, CSTS-2020 or BCCSA safety training, and standard first aid.
• Experience working on remote industrial sites in British Columbia or similar environments.

• Work with state-of-the-art AI hardware and some of the most advanced compute systems in the world
• Be part of a team that values innovation, autonomy, and continuous learning
• Make a measurable impact on the performance and reliability of global AI workloads

The IREN Package 
At IREN, we offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package designed to support your health, well-being, and long-term success. Our Canada package for hourly paid positions includes:
 
Compensation

• The hourly rate of pay range for this position starts at $50 and is reflective of experience

 
Health & Wellness

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage – 100% company paid for employees and dependents
• Company-paid life and disability insurance
• Voluntary life and critical illness coverage available
• Employee Assistance Program and virtual health care platform 

 
Financial Well-Being

• Voluntary TFSA

 
Time Off & Flexibility

• Bi-weekly paid vacation and paid holidays

Growth & Development

• Opportunities for advancement and internal mobility
• Training and personal development opportunities

 
Lifestyle & Culture

• Company events and team-building activities