Hydrostatic Test Technician — Data-Driven Pipe Integrity

Atlas NextWave; Lincoln; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Atlas NextWave in Lincoln, UK is seeking a Process Worker to set up and run hydrostatic tests on pipe assemblies, interpreting pressure, temperature and volume data to meet safety standards.

You will review drawings, configure test setups, monitor real-time readings, perform quality checks, and generate test reports using specialist software. Training provided; no prior experience required.

Qualifications

• Experience with pressure-testing data logging software.
• Familiarity with high-pressure air pneumatics, regulators, and digital pressure transducers.
• Ability to read P&ID and isometric drawings.
• Competence with standard hand tools and pipe fittings (training provided).

Responsibilities

• Review engineering drawings and SOPs before starting.
• Isolate and seal the equipment or piping system being tested using plugs, caps, and blind flanges.
• Connect high‑pressure hoses, gauges, and digital sensors to the test piece.
• Fill and vent the system completely with water or other fluids to remove air pockets.
• Monitor real-time digital readouts during pressurisation and hold periods.
• Conduct visual inspections for leaks under pressure.
• Identify, locate, and document any structural failures or faulty seals.
• Generate automated test reports with digital pressure charts and certificates.
• Enforce safety exclusion zones and depressurise systems per guidelines.

Skills

Data logging software

High-pressure pneumatics

Digital pressure transducers

P&ID and isometrics

Tools

Swagelok fittings

High-pressure test equipment

Job description

Atlas NextWave in Lincoln, UK is seeking a Process Worker to set up and run hydrostatic tests on pipe assemblies, interpreting pressure, temperature and volume data to meet safety standards.

You will review drawings, configure test setups, monitor real-time readings, perform quality checks, and generate test reports using specialist software. Training provided; no prior experience required.