Precision Machining Operator — Energy Turbomachinery

Siemens Energy; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium Relocation Assistance Provided

Sign-On Bonus: $5,000

Company-paid health and wellness

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off and holidays

Job summary

Siemens Energy is seeking an experienced CNC operator in Charlotte, NC to set up and run complex multi-operation workflows on transition components. You will perform machining, welding, bonding and finishing with high precision, interpreting blueprints and specs to choose tooling and cutting strategies.

Responsibilities include crane/ forklift operation, safety-first processes, and material handling up to 50 lbs.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in CNC operations with machining, welding, and laser exposure.
• Coating machines experience preferred.
• High School diploma or GED required.
• Fork lift/crane license or willingness to earn after selection.
• Career Readiness / Work Keys Silver certification a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operate and set up CNC equipment for multi-operation workflows on transition components.
• Machining, bonding, welding, and manual finishing with high precision.
• Read prints and specifications to select tooling and cutting strategies.
• Use jib/bridge cranes and forklifts to load/unload parts safely.
• Follow procedures with emphasis on safety and quality.
• Handle materials up to 50 lbs daily.

Skills

CNC setup

Blueprint reading

Quality assurance

Metrology

Shop math

Material handling

Education

High School diploma or GED

Fork lift / crane license

Career Readiness / Work Keys Silver

Tools

Machining equipment

Welding equipment

Laser equipment

Coating machines

Job description

• $2,000 after 3 months
• $3,000 after 9 months

Premium Relocation Assistance Provided

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Let’s get straight to it

You’re a CNC pro who wants clean, climate-controlled floors, complex parts, and meaningful work. Here’s what this role delivers and what you’ll need to thrive.

What you’ll work on

• Operate and set up CNC equipment for multi-operation workflows on transition components.
• Perform machining, bonding, welding, and manual finishing tasks with high precision.
• Read and apply detailed prints, sketches, and specifications to select tooling and cutting strategies.
• Use jib and bridge cranes and forklifts to load/unload parts; assist crane operations safely.
• Follow established operating procedures and maintain a relentless focus on safety and quality.
• Handle materials up to 50 lbs as part of daily routines.

Where you’ll make an impact

Join multiple product lines under one roof- Steam Turbine, Large Generator, Gas Turbine, and Combustion Components- supporting the manufacture of equipment that powers homes and industries around the world.

Your background

• Education: High School diploma or GED.
• Experience: 3+ years in CNC operations with exposure to:
  • Machining
  • Welding
  • Laser applications
  • Coating machines (preferred)
• Certifications: Fork truck/crane license (or ready to earn immediately upon selection); Career Readiness / Work Keys Certificate - Silver Status.
• Core skills: CNC setup/operation, part handling, QA compliance, complex metrology, blueprint interpretation, and strong shop math.
• Medical/fitness: Capable of wearing a respirator; able to pass a Process Operator Proficiency Test; able to pass standard hearing, vision, and pulmonary function tests.

Compensation boosts

$5,000 Sign-On Bonus - limited time

• $2,000 after 3 months
• $3,000 after 9 months
• Active employment and good standing required at payout.

Why this industry

Our Gas Services team advances low- or zero-emission power production while decarbonizing existing fleets through service, modernization, and digital solutions. Turbines, steam turbines, and generators live side by side- so do career pathways.

Life at Siemens Energy

We’re ~100,000 people across 90+ countries, supplying about one-sixth of global electricity and pushing the energy transition forward. For 150 years, we’ve turned big ideas into real-world impact- sustainable, reliable, and affordable energy. Meet the people behind the mission: https://www.siemens-energy.com/employeevideo

Benefits you can count on

• Career growth and development opportunities
• Supportive work culture
• Company-paid health and wellness benefits
• Paid Time Off and paid holidays
• 401(k) with company match
• Family-building benefits
• Parental leave

Explore openings: https://jobs.siemens-energy.com/jobs

Eligibility (verbatim)

Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States without need for current or future employer-sponsored work authorization. Siemens Energy employees with current visa sponsorship may be eligible for internal transfers.