Field Machinist II

Job Type

Full-time

Description

Elite Machining Work with Global Impact and Take Your Expertise Further!

You’ve spent years honing your machining skills—now it’s time to put them to work in a role that offers global travel, six-figure earning potential, and the chance to solve complex challenges in the field. At In-Place Machining Company (IPM), we’re looking for seasoned machinists ready to take their careers to the next level.

This isn’t a shop job. It’s a precision field role where your experience will be valued, your skills tested, and your work seen across industries and continents.

Compensation: $100,000+ annually (based on experience)

Plus: Travel per diems, overtime, and other perks

Requirements

What You’ll Be Doing

• Apply your manual machining expertise in dynamic field environments
• Maintain tight tolerances (±0.010) under challenging conditions
• Operate and maintain specialized equipment at client sites
• Collaborate with engineers and project teams to deliver custom solutions
• Ensure quality and safety standards are consistently met
  
  

What You Bring to the Table

• 5+ years of manual and/or field machining experience
• Proficiency with Bridgeport knee mills and manual engine lathes
• Strong blueprint and mechanical drawing interpretation skills
• Mastery of micrometers and precision inspection tools
• Basic rigging and power tool operation
• Deep understanding of cutting tools, materials, speeds & feeds
• Ability to troubleshoot and adapt in fast-paced environments
• High school diploma or GED/HSED (required); Journeyman or technical degree (preferred)
  
  

Certifications & Requirements

• OSHA 10 certification
• Valid driver’s license
• IPM Overhead Crane Training certification
• Forklift Training & valid license
• Willingness to travel frequently, including some weekends
• Comfortable using mobile apps for time tracking and expenses
  
  

Why Experienced Machinists Choose IPM

• Global Reach – Work on projects across the U.S. and internationally
• High Reward – Six-figure income potential with generous bonuses
• Skill Expansion – Learn advanced techniques and work with cutting-edge equipment
• Project Variety – No two jobs are the same
• Career Growth – Opportunities to lead, mentor, and advance
• Comprehensive Benefits – PTO, 11 paid holidays, and full benefits package
  
  

Ready to Elevate Your Career?

If you’re an experienced machinist looking for more than just another job—if you want to travel, earn, and grow—then IPM is your next move.