Machinist
Do you take pride in precision machining and craftsmanship?
Are you excited about shaping high‑quality components that power critical industrial solutions?
Partner with the Best
Baker Hughes stands as a leading global energy technology company, delivering innovative solutions that make energy safer, cleaner, and more efficient across the entire value chain. Operating in more than 120 countries, the company blends deep industrial expertise with advanced engineering and digital technologies to support energy production, transformation, and decarbonization. With over a century of heritage, Baker Hughes partners with customers in oil and gas, industrial sectors, and emerging energy markets to accelerate progress toward a more sustainable energy future.
Fuel Your Passion
As a Machinist, you will be contributing to the manufacturing of high‑precision components used in rupture disc assemblies. You will be ensuring accuracy, safety, and quality while working with advanced machining tools, robotics, and inspection equipment. Your craftsmanship directly supports the reliability and performance of our products.
As a Machinist, You Will Be:
Determining setup requirements by reviewing blueprints, drawings, specifications, manuals, and instructions.
Measuring, marking, and scribing dimensions on materials to guide machining operations.
Machining bar stock to required dimensions with precision.
Interacting with co‑bots and robotic tools to enhance machining efficiency.
Verifying conformance of finished parts using precision measuring equipment such as CMM and optical comparators.
Performing preventative maintenance on machining equipment as needed.
Complying with productivity and quality standards to meet operational goals.
Operating a forklift when required to support material movement.
Performing additional duties based on workload and business needs.
To Be Successful in This Role, You Will Have:
Education & Experience
Have a high school diploma or GED; a certificate in CIMM or related industrial technology is preferred.
Have 3+ years of experience in a job shop or high‑mix, low‑volume production environment.
Technical Skills
Have demonstrated mechanical aptitude.
Have the ability to read and interpret blueprints.
Have intermediate math and reading skills.
Have working knowledge of lathes, mills, and other machine shop equipment.
Have the ability to write and modify CNC programs.
Have basic computer skills.
Behavioral Skills
Have willingness to follow all manufacturing procedures and company policies.
Have strong attention to detail.
Have a commitment to quality, accuracy, and safety.
Have the ability to stay focused and manage time effectively.
Have a positive attitude and the ability to work well with peers, supervisors, management, and external partners.
Physical Requirements
Have motor skills sufficient to safely operate tools and machinery.
Have the ability to stand or walk for most of an 8–10-hour shift.
Have the ability to lift up to 50 pounds using proper techniques.
Have the ability to wear required PPE, including safety glasses and safety shoes.
Have the willingness to work overtime, alternate shifts, and weekends as needed.
Work in a Way That Works for You
We recognize that everyone works differently. This role offers flexible working hours to help you perform at your best.
Working With Us
Our people are at the heart of what we do at Baker Hughes. We invest in well‑being, development, and leadership growth so everyone can bring their authentic selves to work.
Working for You
Contemporary work‑life balance policies
Comprehensive private medical care
Life insurance and disability programs
Tailored financial programs
Additional voluntary benefits
This position requires current work authorization in the country of employment. The employer is unable to provide or continue work authorization sponsorship for this role
You will be eligible to participate in Company-sponsored benefit programs, including health & welfare programs and the Thrift Plan (401k). You will have a choice of coverage options that best suit your needs. Coverage options and contribution amounts are related to your benefit elections, base salary level, and specific requirements of each of these plans.
This position is eligible for our comprehensive and competitive benefits package, which can be found here, and is further eligible for additional forms of compensation such as bonuses subject to the terms of the applicable benefit plans or policies.
The Baker Hughes internal title for this role is: Machinist II
Skills Required
- High school diploma or GED
- Certificate in CIMM or related industrial technology
- 3+ years of experience in a job shop or low-volume production environment
- Demonstrated mechanical aptitude
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints
- Intermediate math and reading skills
- Working knowledge of lathes, mills, and machine shop equipment
- Ability to write and modify CNC programs
- Basic computer skills
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