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Solar Turbines

Manufactures industrial gas turbines and compressors

Machinist

Precision Machining & ToolmakingUpdated on Nov 5
Full-timeGardena, CA, USAIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A high school diploma or its equivalent is required.
  • May have to complete an apprenticeship and/or formal training in the area of specialty, with 0–2 years of experience in the field or a related field.
  • Knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field.

Responsibilities

  • Perform complete and independent setup of various machines, such as lathes, mill/drill machines, and surface grinders, working from O.I.S., prints, tapes, sketches, and oral and written instructions to determine the sequence of operations, dimensions and tolerances, tools, methods 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, preset and/or sharpen cutting tools.
  • Recognize improper machine functions, take corrective action, and provide information to resolve discrepancies.
  • Replenish coolant, change accessible filters, and lubricate own machine tool as required.
  • Check and report damage.

Desired Qualifications

  • One to two years of experience.
  • CNC experience with the ability to make corrections in programming.
  • Working knowledge of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T).

About the Company

Solar Turbines

Manufactures industrial gas turbines and compressors

Solar Turbines designs and builds industrial gas turbines, gas compressors, and turbine-powered packages for power generation and mechanical drive in oil, natural gas, and processing industries. Its products include gas turbine engines ranging from 1,590 to 52,500 horsepower, gas compressors, and packaged sets that can generate up to 39 megawatts of electricity. These systems work by burning fuel with air in the turbine to spin a shaft that drives a compressor, a generator, or a mechanical-drive system, enabling on-site power, pumping, or processing capabilities. The company differentiates itself through its global scale and long heritage as a Caterpillar subsidiary, with more than 16,000 units deployed and over 3 billion operating hours across 100+ countries, backed by an emphasis on safety, engineering expertise, and a broad, integrated portfolio. Its goal is to provide reliable, durable power and process-drive solutions for energy, oil and gas, and processing applications worldwide.

Company size
5,001-10,000
Company stage
Acquired
Total funding
$505M
Headquarters
San Diego, CA
Founded
1927

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