Tool Maker II

Baker Hughes Company; Marysville (NY); On-site; USD 92,754,000 - 164,244,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical care

Life insurance

Disability programs

Tailored financial programs

Additional benefits

Job summary

Baker Hughes Company is seeking a Tool Maker II to build, repair, and maintain precision tooling and fixtures for production. You will work with Manufacturing Engineering, Automation, CNC Machining, Quality, and Production teams to improve safety, quality, and efficiency while supporting new product introductions and automation projects.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in tool making or related fields, strong ability to read drawings and GD&T, and experience with CNC programming and precision

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent in Tool Making, Machining, Manufacturing Technology, or related field.
• 10+ years of experience in tool making, mold making, fixture building, machining, or precision manufacturing.
• Ability to read engineering drawings, CAD models, and GD&T requirements.
• Experience using precision measuring equipment (micrometers, calipers, indicators, height gauges, optics).
• CNC programming and setup experience preferred; experience with automation and NPI preferred.

Responsibilities

• Build, assemble, and fit production tooling, fixtures, gauges, and precision components from drawings.
• Repair, troubleshoot, and modify tooling to meet production needs and improve reliability.
• Operate manual and CNC machines to fabricate components.
• Respond to tooling-related issues to minimize downtime and maintain quality.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Automation, and Design Engineering teams on tooling solutions.
• Support automation projects by fabricating and modifying machine components and robotic tooling.
• Verify tooling dimensional accuracy using precision instruments and inspection equipment.
• Participate in root cause investigations and implement corrective actions.
• Maintain a safe, organized work environment and contribute to continuous improvement.

Skills

Reading drawings

GD&T knowledge

Troubleshooting

Problem solving

CNC programming

Collaboration

Lean/Six Sigma

Machining processes

Education

Associate degree or technical diploma

Apprenticeship

Tools

CAD software

SAP

MES

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.

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

• 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.

Flexible Work

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.

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.

Work Authorization

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.

Pay

The Hourly pay scale for this position is between $32.37 - 44.85 - 57.32.

Candidates for this role (office‑based) 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.

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 At Baker Hughes, we are transforming the future of energy. With operations in over 120 countries, we are developing and deploying industry‑leading technologies and services to take energy forward. For more than a century, our inventions have revolutionized energy. Today, we are bringing our expertise to make oil and gas safer, cleaner, and more efficient. Our people are the trusted experts, relied on to solve customer challenges big and small. 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. We believe in creating an environment of diversity and inclusion, without bias. We know we are better when all of our people are developed, engaged, and able to bring their whole authentic selves to work. We're makers, inventors, and leaders who aren't afraid of the tough challenges. We believe pushing boundaries will help to lead the way for a new energy future.

We believe in creating an environment of diversity and inclusion, without bias. We know we are better when all our people are developed, engaged, and able to bring their whole authentic selves to work. We're makers, inventors, and leaders who aren't afraid of the tough challenges. We believe pushing boundaries will help to lead the way for a new energy future.