Welder III

Baker Hughes; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Baker Hughes is hiring a Welder II in Houston to perform cladding and weld repairs on turbine components. You will apply TIG and MIG welding, inspect work to API/ISO standards, and ensure alignment with production schedules.

The role requires 7+ years of welding experience in manufacturing or repair, the ability to read drawings, and a strong commitment to safety and quality. Shift flexibility may be needed.

Qualifications

• 7+ years welding experience in a manufacturing or repair environment.
• Experience using foot-controlled TIG and MIG welding equipment.
• Experience performing manual TIG welding operations.
• Knowledge of welding procedures and repair techniques.
• SMAW and GMAW welding processes (preferred).
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation.
• Strong commitment to quality, safety, and continuous improvement.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently.
• Advanced degree may substitute part of required experience.

Responsibilities

• Performing visual and in-process inspections in accordance with API and ISO quality requirements.
• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings, technical specifications, and work instructions.
• Applying weld overlays to components using TIG and MIG welding processes in accordance with approved welding procedures.
• Setting up and welding components within specified welding parameters and quality requirements.
• Performing detailed grinding and finishing operations following weld repairs.
• Supporting repair activities on a variety of gas turbine and steam turbine components.
• Adhering to company Safety, Environmental, and Quality policies and procedures.
• Ensuring all work is completed in accordance with applicable manufacturing standards and customer requirements.
• Supporting production schedules and operational requirements, including shift flexibility when required.

Skills

Welding experience

Manual TIG welding

Reading drawings

Quality & safety

Attention to detail

Continuous improvement

SMAW/GMAW knowledge

Independent work

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Advanced degree substitution (part of experience)

Tools

Foot-controlled TIG

Foot-controlled MIG

Welding equipment handling

Job description

Welder

Delivering Quality Repairs Through Precision Welding Excellence.

Supporting Turbomachinery Performance with Skilled Craftsmanship.

Partner with the best

Baker Hughes is a global energy technology company serving the oil and gas sector across more than 120 countries. The Commercial & Sales organization drives growth by building strong customer partnerships, commercializing hydrocarbons, and delivering integrated equipment and service solutions. With a focus on digital transformation and energy transition, the team leverages data-driven insights to optimize sales performance and maximize customer value.

Fuel your passion

As a Welder, you will perform cladding and weld repair activities on machined components to the highest quality standards while supporting the production schedule of the facility. You will work on a variety of gas turbine and steam turbine components, applying specialized welding techniques and procedures to ensure reliable and compliant repairs.

This role requires the ability to work independently, maintain a strong commitment to safety and quality, and support production requirements across multiple shifts as needed.

As a Welder, you will be responsible for:

• Performing visual and in-process inspections in accordance with API and ISO quality requirements.

• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings, technical specifications, and work instructions.

• Applying weld overlays to components using TIG and MIG welding processes in accordance with approved welding procedures.

• Setting up and welding components within specified welding parameters and quality requirements.

• Performing detailed grinding and finishing operations following weld repairs.

• Supporting repair activities on a variety of gas turbine and steam turbine components.

• Adhering to company Safety, Environmental, and Quality policies and procedures.

• Ensuring all work is completed in accordance with applicable manufacturing standards and customer requirements.

• Supporting production schedules and operational requirements, including shift flexibility when required.

To be successful in this role you will:

• Have a High School Diploma or equivalent.

• Have 7+ years of welding experience in a manufacturing or repair environment.

• Demonstrate experience using foot-controlled TIG and MIG welding equipment.

• Have experience performing manual TIG welding operations.

• Demonstrate knowledge of welding procedures and repair techniques.

• Have experience with SMAW and GMAW welding processes (preferred).

• Be able to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation.

• Demonstrate a strong commitment to quality, safety, and continuous improvement.

• Have strong attention to detail and the ability to work independently.

• An advanced degree may be substituted for a portion of the required experience.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and work for extended periods during the shift.

• Ability to safely lift, handle, and maneuver welding equipment and components.

• Ability to perform grinding, welding, and inspection activities in a manufacturing environment.

• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE), including welding-specific protective gear, safety glasses, and safety shoes.

• Ability and willingness to work alternate shifts as required to support business needs.

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:

• This position may be required to flex between first and second shift as business needs require.

Working with us

Our people are at the heart of what we do at Baker Hughes. We know we are better when all of 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 valid work authorization in the country of employment. The employer is unable to sponsor work authorization for this role at any time.

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: Welder II