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Manufacturing Engineer

Baker Hughes · Liberty, MO

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Level
Engineer
Team
Manufacturing
Degree
Required (or equivalent experience)
Experience asked
5+ years
Industry
Industrial
Posted
Recently

The role in 30 seconds

An engineer-level manufacturing role at Baker Hughes (industrial) in Liberty, MO. You will be responsible for.

They ask for
5+ years · degree required (or equivalent experience)
Tools it names
Lean, Six Sigma, PLC, Welding

Read from the posting. The full description is below.

From the plant jobs report · week of October 26, 2026

Manufacturing Engineer roles in Missouri: typical posted base $99k–$133k.

Median of the low and high ends of 12 live postings that list pay, out of 33 manufacturing engineer openings in Missouri, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.

Missouri plant jobs report →Pay by team and state →What moves pay →

How this role compares

Against 32 other live manufacturing postings in Missouri.

Base pay
Not listed in this posting

Typical $89k–$121k, from 11 postings that list pay.

Experience asked
Typical (5+ years)

Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.

Skills these teams ask for most

  • ✓ Lean 58%
  • New product launch 42%
  • Root cause 39%
  • Tooling 36%
  • ✓ Six Sigma 36%
  • Validation (IQ/OQ/PQ) 27%

✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.

Stands out: this posting asks for Welding, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.

It asks for 5+ years. If you're close, apply anyway: requirements are a wish list. Talk to someone doing this work there first.

At a glance

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How to get in at this plant

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  1. 1

    Pick 2–3 people on the Manufacturing team at Baker Hughes

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  2. 2

    Send a short, curious note

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  3. 3

    Turn a reply into a short call

    Questions worth asking about this team:

    • What does a normal week look like on your team?
    • Is the work mostly new product launches or sustaining existing lines?
    • How much time do you spend on the floor versus at a desk?
    • How did you land the job? What stood out in your interviews?
  4. 4

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    If the call went well, ask whether they’d pass your résumé to the hiring manager. Send your résumé link, apply that day, and let them know.

  5. 5

    Bring proof to the interview

    One page of before-and-after numbers from projects you led: scrap, OEE, cycle time, cost. Plant managers hire on results.

Full description from Baker HughesAs posted on their careers site.Show

To be successful in this role you will

  • ◆Have a B.S. degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience
  • ◆Have 2–5 years of experience in mechanical design or manufacturing engineering
  • ◆Have operational knowledge of machinery, tools, and manufacturing processes
  • ◆Have experience using measurement tools such as calipers and micrometers
  • ◆Have working knowledge of CAD, drafting tools, Microsoft Office, and MS Project
  • ◆Have exposure to PLC systems and welding processes (preferred)
  • ◆Have strong attention to detail with a focus on quality, accuracy, and safety
  • ◆Have the ability to manage time effectively and meet deadlines
  • ◆Have the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders

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.

  • ◆Working flexible hours – flexing the times when you work in the day to help you fit everything in and work when you are the most productive

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 current work authorization in the country of employment. The employer is unable to provide or continue work authorization sponsorship for this role

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: Manufacturing Professional - Manuf Eng Specialist About Us: We are an energy technology company that provides solutions to energy and industrial customers worldwide. Built on a century of experience and conducting business in over 120 countries, our innovative technologies and services are taking energy forward – making it safer, cleaner and more efficient for people and the planet.

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! Let’s come together and take energy forward.

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Manufacturing Engineer

Are you passionate about optimizing manufacturing processes and driving continuous improvement?

Do you enjoy working in a dynamic production environment to deliver high-quality engineering solutions?

Partner with the Best

Baker Hughes stands as a leading global energy technology company, delivering innovative solutions that make energy safer, cleaner, and more efficient across the entire value chain. Operating in more than 120 countries, the company blends deep industrial expertise with advanced engineering and digital technologies to support energy production, transformation, and decarbonization. With over a century of heritage, Baker Hughes partners with customers in oil and gas, industrial sectors, and emerging energy markets to accelerate progress toward a more sustainable energy future.

Fuel Your Passion

The Manufacturing Engineer is driving manufacturing excellence by supporting the design, development, and optimization of equipment and production processes. This role is focused on improving operational performance, supporting lean initiatives, and ensuring efficient and high-quality manufacturing outcomes aligned with business objectives.

As a Manufacturing Engineer, you will be responsible for

  • •Leading efforts to develop new process technologies and implementing product designs into production
  • •Completing special projects and executing tasks related to product and equipment design and testing
  • •Prioritizing work to meet production schedules and product release deadlines
  • •Supporting lean manufacturing and Six Sigma initiatives for continuous improvement
  • •Preparing and delivering weekly and monthly operational reports
  • •Supporting daily production requirements, engineering changes, and technical problem-solving
  • •Improving key performance indicators such as on-time delivery, yield, and efficiency
  • •Designing tools and equipment while providing training to production personnel
  • •Coordinating with remote sites and collaborating with suppliers to ensure operational alignment

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