Tool Designer

Baker Hughes Gruppe; Town of Skaneateles (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 122,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work‑life balance policies

Private medical care

Life insurance

Financial programs

Voluntary benefits

Job summary

Baker Hughes is seeking a Tool Designer to design production tooling, fixtures, gauges, and automation support equipment to enable safe, efficient, and high‑quality manufacturing. You will collaborate with Manufacturing Engineering, Tool Makers, CNC Machinists, and Production teams to support new product introductions and continuous improvement projects.

The role requires an associate degree in mechanical design or related field and proficiency with SolidWorks, plus a strong understanding of

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Mechanical Design or related field.
• Experience designing tooling, fixtures, or automation equipment.
• Proficiency with CAD software, specifically SolidWorks.
• Strong understanding of machining, GD&T, and manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Design production tooling, fixtures, work holding devices, and gauges using 3D CAD software.
• Create detailed drawings, assemblies, BOMs, and engineering documentation.
• Support New Product Introduction (NPI) programs by delivering tooling solutions meeting schedules and objectives.
• Collaborate with Tool Makers and CNC Machinists to ensure designs are manufacturable and cost effective.
• Support automation initiatives through fixture design and end‑of‑arm tooling development.
• Drive continuous improvement projects focused on safety, quality, productivity and cost reduction.
• Troubleshoot tooling issues and implement design improvements to enhance manufacturing performance.

Skills

Problem solving

Communication

Tooling design

Manufacturing knowledge

Education

Associate degree in Mechanical Design/related field

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Do you enjoy designing innovative tooling and fixtures that enable world‑class manufacturing performance? Are you passionate about supporting new product introductions, automation, and continuous improvement through creative engineering solutions?

Join our Team!

Baker Hughes has developed a comprehensive portfolio of systems and products. From advanced data collection technology to innovative software enabling remote collaboration, Waygate Technologies provides a full suite of non‑destructive testing solutions and equipment including radiography, computed tomography, remote visual inspection, ultrasound, and eddy current products.

Partner with the best

As a Tool Designer, you are designing and developing production tooling, fixtures, gauges, and automation support equipment that enable safe, efficient, and high‑quality manufacturing. You are collaborating closely with Manufacturing Engineering, Automation, Tool Makers, CNC Machinists, and Production teams to support new product introductions, automation initiatives, and continuous improvement projects.

As a Tool Designer, you are responsible for:

• Designing production tooling, fixtures, work holding devices, and gauges using 3D CAD software.
• Creating detailed drawings, assemblies, bills of materials (BOMs), and engineering documentation.
• Supporting New Product Introduction (NPI) programs by delivering tooling solutions that meet project schedules and business objectives.
• Collaborating with Tool Makers and CNC Machinists to ensure tooling designs are manufacturable and cost effective.
• Supporting automation initiatives through fixture design and end‑of‑arm tooling development.
• Driving continuous improvement projects focused on safety, quality, productivity, and cost reduction.
• Troubleshooting tooling issues and implementing design improvements to improve manufacturing performance.
• Supporting cross‑functional teams to ensure tooling solutions meet manufacturing and operational requirements.

Fuel your passion

To be successful in this role you will:

• Have an associate degree in Mechanical Design, Engineering Technology, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field.
• Have experience designing tooling, fixtures, manufacturing equipment, or automation systems.
• Have proficiency with CAD software, specifically SolidWorks.
• Have a strong understanding of machining, fabrication, GD&T, and manufacturing processes.
• Have excellent problem‑solving and communication skills.

Preferred:

• Have experience supporting New Product Introduction (NPI) programs.
• Have familiarity with automation, robotics, and CNC machine.
• Have knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies.

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:

• Onsite role
• This role typically follows general working hours (6:00 AM – 3:00 PM)
• May require flexibility based on operational and testing requirements

Working with us

Our people are at the heart of what we do at Baker Hughes. We know we are better whenallofour 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 revolutionised energy for over a century. But to keep going forward tomorrow, we know we must push the boundaries today. We prioritise 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
• Additionalelected 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.

The annual pay scale for this position is between $65,410.00 - $121,510.00.

Candidates for this role (office-based/ hybrid/ remote) must be located in or near the locations displayed above. The pay range/scale displayed above represents Baker Hughes’ good faith estimate of the minimum and maximum for this position at the time of this posting and applies to the possible locations for this position. Baker Hughes will issue a non-bias competitive offer; the salary range posted for this position reflects the projected hiring range for new hires, full‑time salaries in some U.S. locations, not including equity or benefits. Where an applicant will ultimately fall within the pay range/scale depends on a variety of factors, including, for example, geographic work location, skillset, qualifications, internal pay alignment, level of experience, and demonstrated performance over time. Please keep in mind that the range stated above is the full base salary range for the role and does not include other forms of compensation. Your recruiter can share more about the pay range for this position during the hiring process.

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.

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About Us:

We are an energy technology company that provides solutions to energy and industrial customers worldwide. Built on a century of experience and conducting business in over 120 countries, our innovative technologies and services are taking energy forward – making it safer, cleaner and more efficient for people and the planet.

Join Us:

Are you seeking an opportunity to make a real difference in a company that values innovation and progress? Join us and become part of a team of people who will challenge and inspire you! Let’s come together and take energy forward.

Baker Hughes Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.