Tool Maker II

Job description

Tool Maker II Are you passionate about building precision tooling that drives manufacturing excellence? Do you enjoy solving complex machining and tooling challenges while supporting continuous improvement and automation initiatives? 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 Tool Maker II, you will play a critical role in supporting manufacturing operations by building, repairing, and maintaining precision tooling, fixtures, gauges, and production equipment. Working closely with Manufacturing Engineering, Automation Engineering, CNC Machining, Quality, and Production teams, you will help deliver tooling solutions that improve safety, quality, productivity, and operational efficiency while supporting new product introductions and automation initiatives. As a Tool Maker II, you will be responsible for: Building, assembling, and fitting production tooling, fixtures, gauges, and precision components from engineering drawings and specifications. Repairing, troubleshooting, and modifying existing tooling to support production requirements and improve reliability. Operating manual and CNC machining equipment to fabricate precision components. Supporting production operations by responding to tooling-related issues and minimizing downtime. Collaborating with Manufacturing, Automation, and Design Engineering teams to develop tooling solutions for new and existing products. Supporting automation projects by fabricating and modifying machine components, fixtures, and robotic tooling. Verifying tooling dimensional accuracy using precision measuring instruments and inspection equipment. Participating in root cause investigations and implementing corrective actions for tooling failures. Maintaining a safe, organized, and efficient work environment while complying with company safety requirements. Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives that enhance safety, quality, delivery, and cost performance. To be successful in this role you will: Have an associate degree, Technical Diploma, Apprenticeship, or equivalent experience in Tool Making, Machining, Manufacturing Technology, or a related discipline. Have 10+ years of experience in tool making, mold making, fixture building, machining, or precision manufacturing. Have strong knowledge of machining processes including milling, turning, grinding, fitting, and assembly. Have the ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, CAD models, and GD&T requirements. Have experience using precision measuring equipment such as micrometers, calipers, indicators, height gauges, and optical inspection systems. Have strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and analytical skills. Have the ability to prioritize work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Have strong communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills. Have CNC programming and setup experience preferred. Have experience supporting New Product Introduction (NPI) preferred programs. Have experience working with industrial automation and robotic systems preferred. Have fabrication and machine rebuilding experience preferred. Have Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement experience preferred. Have experience with SAP or Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) preferred. Work in a way that works for you We recognize that everyone is different and that the way in which people want to work and deliver at their best is different for everyone too. In this role, we can offer the following flexible working patterns: Working with us Our people are at the heart of what we do at Baker Hughes. We know we are better when all our people are developed, engaged, and able to bring their whole authentic selves to work. We invest in the health and well-being of our workforce, train and reward talent, and develop leaders at all levels to bring out the best in each other. Working for you Our inventions have revolutionized energy for over a century. But to keep going forward tomorrow, we know we must push the boundaries today. We prioritize rewarding those who embrace change with a package that reflects how much we value their input. Join us, and you can expect: Contemporary work-life balance policies and wellbeing activities. Comprehensive private medical care options. Safety net of life insurance and disability programs. Tailored financial programs. Additional elected or 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: Tool Maker II