Hydraulic Engineer/Technician - pipe system build
Reporting to: Mechanical Team Leader
Location: On site, Tyne and Wear
Contract: Full time, permanent
Prime Role & Duties:
We are seeking a skilled Pipe and Hydraulic Technician with extensive experience in hydraulic and stainless-steel piping systems. The primary responsibility will be to ensure the effective installation, maintenance, and repair of hydraulic piping systems, with a focus on precision and quality control. The successful candidate will work closely with engineers and workshop technicians to meet project specifications and maintain high industry standards.
Key Responsibilities:
* Technical Drawings: Interpret and utilise technical drawings, schematics, and blueprints to ensure the accurate fabrication and installation of piping systems.
* Assembly: Perform the assembly of stainless-steel hydraulic piping systems, ensuring compliance with engineering specifications and industry standards.
* Swagelok Expertise: Extensive experience with Swagelok pipework, fittings, valves, and associated systems, ensuring proper sealing, integrity, and functionality
* Material Selection & Quality Control: Select appropriate materials based on technical specifications and conduct detailed inspections of pipes and fittings for quality assurance. Adhere to strict tolerances and specifications to ensure system integrity.
* Documentation & Reporting: Maintain precise records of installation dimensions, materials used, test results, and system configurations for quality control and compliance purposes. Update installation and maintenance logs after each project phase.
Qualifications & Experience:
* Apprenticeship: Completion of a relevant apprenticeship in pipefitting, hydraulics, mechanical engineering, or a closely related field.
* Training: Advanced training in pipe fitting, hydraulics, and related technical systems, pipe bending, and threading
* Experience: We will require a significant amount of hands-on experience in pipe fitting and hydraulic systems, specifically with stainless-steel piping and Swagelok fittings.
* Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of fluid dynamics, hydraulic systems, pressure testing, and welding techniques. Proficient in reading and interpreting complex engineering documents, schematics, and piping diagrams.
* Additional Skills: Familiarity with modern pipework inspection tools (e.g., ultrasonic thickness gauges), pipe supports, hangers, and insulation methods is an advantage.
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