Welder - Fabrication
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Position Overview & Specifications
Do you enjoy working to a high standard to meet targets?
Would you like to work on industry-leading projects?
Join our innovating Engineering team
We devise smarter systems to control and monitor oil and gas extraction. Innovating in the energy industry, our subsea and surface pressure capabilities are industry leading. We provide an essential function to our global organization by performing the highest quality of welding to ensure the integrity of our products.
Carry out high-quality welding
As a Welder you will carry out fabrication on machined parts to a high degree of quality. You'll be able to work under your own initiative to meet the production schedule of the shop. You will have the opportunity to develop your skills whilst working on some innovative products.
As a Welder, you will be responsible for:
- Manufacturing of Subsea Wellhead & Tubular equipment as well as General Fabrication duties
- Reading and understanding engineering drawings and Welding procedures,
- Setting up, monitoring, and welding components in accordance with the specific weld procedure, and grinding excess overlay
- Compiling and recording weld maps and traceability record sheets
- Adhering to company quality procedures and to safety and environmental policies
Fuel your passion
To be successful in this role you will:
- Have completed welding apprenticeship
- Be able to show experience in Sub Arc welding, MIG, TIG, MMAW & FCAW processes.
- Use of Flame cutting equipment and fabrication;
- Grinding equipment, Saws and general Workshop Tooling
- Work as part of a team as well as on their own
- Be proactive to help drive improvements through the shop
- Must be flexible with shift work and overtime when required
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 role is a shift based working pattern. Please talk to us about the specific working patterns available when you apply
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.
The Good Stuff
Our inventions have revolutionized energy for over a century. But to keep going forward tomorrow, we know we have to 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
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! Letβs 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.
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (Β£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Energy & Utilities
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Welder - Fabrication roles across Baker Hughes's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Energy & Utilities.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked Salary Disclosed on Application bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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