CNC Machinist – Weekend Night Shift (Horizontal Mills & CNC Lathes)

🔍At a Glance

Company: Siemens Energy
Location: Charlotte, NC (On-site)
Job Type: Full-Time
Shift: Weekend Night Shift | Friday–Sunday | 5:30 PM – 6:00 AM
Experience Level: Mid to Senior Level | 3–5+ Years Experience
Relocation Assistance: Available Nationwide for Qualified Candidates
Sign-On Bonus: $5,000
Work Authorization: Must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship
Industry: Energy Generation & Gas Turbine Manufacturing

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Why This Role Exists

As Siemens Energy continues expanding production across its Gas Services division, we are growing our machining team in Charlotte, NC.

This role supports the manufacturing and refurbishment of critical gas turbine, steam turbine, and power generation components. Successful candidates will utilize both CNC and manual machining equipment to produce precision components that help power communities around the world.

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The Work You'll Be Doing

In this role, you will:

• Set up and operate CNC horizontal milling machines and CNC lathes
• Perform manual machining operations on mills and lathes when required
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, specifications, and work instructions
• Set tooling, establish machine offsets, and optimize machining parameters
• Load, run, and troubleshoot CNC programs
• Utilize G-Code and M-Code programming knowledge to support machining operations
• Perform first-article, in-process, and final inspections
• Verify dimensions using precision measuring instruments
• Maintain required tolerances and quality standards throughout production
• Load and unload components using cranes, forklifts, and material handling equipment
• Record production data, downtime information, and quality documentation
• Adapt to changing production priorities and support team objectives

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Machines, Controls & Software

You'll work with equipment such as:

Machines

• CNC Horizontal Milling Machines
• CNC Lathes
• Manual Horizontal Mills
• Manual Lathes

Controls

• FANUC Controls
• Siemens Controls
• Okuma Controls

Programming

• G-Code Programming
• M-Code Programming
• Machine-Level Program Editing

Inspection Equipment

• Micrometers
• Gauges
• Indicators
• Precision Measuring Instruments

Material Handling

• Fork Trucks
• Overhead Cranes
• Material Handling Equipment

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Materials You'll Work With

• Gas turbine components
• Steam turbine components
• Generator components
• Alloy steels
• Large industrial power generation components

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What We're Looking For

Required

• High School Diploma or GED
• Minimum 3–5 years of CNC machining experience or applied trades training
• Experience operating CNC mills and/or CNC lathes
• Experience reading blueprints and technical drawings
• Strong understanding of GD&T
• Knowledge of shop mathematics
• Experience with machine setups, tooling, offsets, and machining processes
• Experience using precision measuring instruments
• Ability to obtain and maintain Siemens Energy equipment certifications
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to pass required medical testing and pre-employment screening requirements

Preferred

• Associate Degree in Manufacturing Technology or related field
• Trade school certificate or apprenticeship training
• Experience with both manual and CNC machining
• Experience with FANUC, Siemens, or Okuma controls
• Experience in energy, aerospace, turbine, or heavy industrial manufacturing

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Why Machinists Like Working Here

Machinists choose Siemens Energy because:

• Weekend schedule with four weekdays off
• Opportunity to work on large, complex turbine and power generation components
• Modern manufacturing technologies and equipment
• Stable workload supporting critical energy infrastructure
• Strong safety and quality culture
• Career advancement opportunities within a global organization
• Relocation assistance available nationwide
• Supportive and collaborative work environment
• Long-term career stability

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Pay, Benefits & Schedule

Sign-On Bonus

$5,000 Sign-On Bonus

• $2,000 after 3 months
• $3,000 after 9 months

(Employee must remain actively employed and in good standing at payout dates.)

Benefits

• Relocation Assistance Available
• Company-Paid Health & Wellness Benefits
• Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage
• 401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Family Building Benefits
• Parental Leave
• Career Growth & Development Opportunities
• Supportive Work Culture

Schedule

Weekend Night Shift

• Friday – Sunday
• 5:30 PM – 6:00 AM

Overtime: As Needed

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About Siemens Energy

Siemens Energy is a global energy technology leader employing approximately 100,000 people across more than 90 countries. The company develops innovative solutions that support power generation, grid modernization, decarbonization, and energy transformation worldwide.

The Charlotte facility supports the Gas Services division, manufacturing and servicing gas turbines, steam turbines, generators, and related power generation components that help deliver reliable energy around the globe.

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