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 at Baker Hughes, a leading global energy technology company delivering innovative solutions that make energy safer, cleaner, and more efficient across the entire value chain.

About the role

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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Requirements

• Associate degree, Technical Diploma, Apprenticeship, or equivalent experience in Tool Making, Machining, Manufacturing Technology, or a related discipline.
• 10+ years of experience in tool making, mold making, fixture building, machining, or precision manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of machining processes including milling, turning, grinding, fitting, and assembly.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, CAD models, and GD&T requirements.
• Experience using precision measuring equipment such as micrometers, calipers, indicators, height gauges, and optical inspection systems.
• Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
• Ability to prioritize work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• CNC programming and setup experience.
• Experience supporting New Product Introduction (NPI) programs.
• Experience working with industrial automation and robotic systems.
• Fabrication and machine rebuilding experience.
• Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement experience.
• Experience with SAP or Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES).

Benefits

• 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.
• Eligibility to participate in the Thrift Plan (401k) with company contributions.
• Eligibility for additional forms of compensation such as bonuses.

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.