Job Title: Machinist

Job Description

Perform complete and independent setup of various machines such as lathes, mill/drill, and surface grinder, working from O.I.S., prints, tapes sketches, oral and written instructions to determine the sequence of operations to be performed, dimensions and tolerances to be held, tools to use, method of locating, aligning and holding work and feeds and speeds. Make machine adjustments for efficient machining operations. Use precision measuring instruments, machines and gauges to check own work for conformance to specifications.
As required, pre-set and/ or sharpen cutting tools.
Recognize improper machine functions and take corrective
action and provide information to resolve discrepancies.


Minimum Qualifications

Has knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices and procedures within a particular field
Experience with measuring devices (ie: calipers, micrometers, height gages)
Willing to work any shift

Preferred Qualifications

Experience working from O.I.S., prints, tapes sketches, oral and written instructions
Formal Machinist Training
Blueprint reading experience
GD&T reading experience

Auto req ID9294BR
Location

Harbor Drive

CountryUnited States
State/Region/Province

California

CompanySolar Turbines Incorporated
Job Category

Manufacturing Operations

Minimum Education LevelGED or Equivalent
Minimum Years Experience

1 to 3

ShiftAny
Travel Requirements

None to minimal

Visa Eligibility

Applicants must be currently eligible to work in the country in which this position is located. For information on employment eligibility in the United States, please visit the U.S. Immigration Services website.

Relocation Eligibility

This position does not qualify for relocation.

Benefits Eligibility

Solar Turbines offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, life insurance, vacation, 401k, incentive bonus, tuition reimbursement and professional development/advancement opportunities.

Company Info

Headquartered in San Diego, California, USA, Solar Turbines Incorporated, a subsidiary of Caterpillar Inc., is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of industrial gas turbines, with more than 15,000 units and over 2 billion operating hours in over 100 countries.



Products from Solar Turbines play an important role in the development of oil, natural gas and power generation projects around the world. Solar Turbines’ products include gas turbine engines (rated from 1590 to 30,000 horsepower), gas compressors, and gas turbine-powered compressor sets, mechanical-drive packages and generator sets (ranging from 1 to 22 megawatts).



Solar’s customers put the company’s products to work in many areas including production, processing and pipeline transmission of natural gas and crude oil and generation of electricity and thermal energy for processing applications, such as manufacturing chemicals, pharmaceuticals, and food products.



Solar’s foundation is people and Solar’s culture is one where individual contributions are valued, diversity in the workplace is encouraged, and safety is emphasized in all aspects of the business. Solar Turbines is comprised of a dedicated and multi-talented workforce of more than 7,000 employees with decades of experience working as a global team.


EOE Plus

Solar Turbines is an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants – including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities – are encouraged to apply. Solar Turbines conducts Drug Screens and Background Checks.