CNC Tube Laser Specialist

About Torus

Torus is headquartered in Utah and is expanding manufacturing at our 545,000-square-foot facility in Salt Lake City called GigaOne. We are the world’s first mesh energy infrastructure, uniting communities through resilient, sustainable, and intelligent power. We design, engineer, manufacture, install, and support our systems end-to-end, standing behind them throughout their lifecycle. Torus systems help reduce costs, lower emissions, and protect facilities from outages, while strengthening the security and reliability of the broader utility grid. Torus is committed to American manufacturing, engineering excellence, and building energy systems that last.

Torus has raised over $267 million from investors like Magnetar, Mercado, ICONIQ and Origin Ventures. The investments are helping to accelerate deployment of modular power plants across utilities, data centers, and industrial sectors. This investor confidence reflects the strength of our team, technology as well as the scale of the problem we are solving. 

At Torus, you will be part of something larger than a single product or technology. Your work will help build energy infrastructure that supports and strengthens our electrical grid, critical  systems, industry, and communities for decades to come. We value accountability, collaboration, and clear thinking. We are looking for people who want to solve hard problems and build things that matter.

Job Details 

Location Onsite - Salt Lake City (84104)

Schedule: Full Time, Hourly

Shift Mon-Fri - 7:00 am - 3:30 pm

Pay range: $25 - $35/hour DOE (Note: We have the flexibility to hire at different levels, which may impact the corresponding pay range.)

About the Role

As a CNC Tube Laser Specialist at Torus, you will play a critical role on our production team by transforming raw materials into the precise structural components that form the backbone of our modular power plants. Working directly within our advanced GigaOne manufacturing facility, your precision and technical expertise will directly impact the structural integrity and scalability of our energy infrastructure. You will bridge the gap between digital CAD/CAM designs and physical reality, ensuring that every piece of tube, pipe, and structural steel meets our rigorous standards for quality and engineering excellence.

Who You Are

You are a detail-oriented, collaborative professional who takes immense pride in craftsmanship and operational excellence. Grounded in our core values of accountability and clear thinking, you thrive in an environment where safety and precision go hand in hand. You are someone who approaches complex technical drawings with an analytical mind, communicates transparently with engineering and quality teams to solve fitment issues, and proactively maintains equipment to keep operations running smoothly.

Responsibilities

• Machine Operation: Set up and operate CNC tube laser cutting machines to cut tube, pipe, and structural steel to specification.  
• Read and interpret blueprints, work orders, and CAD/CAM files to determine cutting sequences, tooling, and material requirements.  
• Load raw tube/pipe stock and unload/sort finished parts, checking for defects, burrs, or dimensional inaccuracies.  
• Perform first-article inspections and in-process quality checks using calipers, tape measures, and other precision measuring tools.  
• Adjust machine settings (laser power, speed, gas pressure, focus) to maintain cut quality across varying material types and thicknesses.  
• Perform routine machine maintenance, troubleshoot minor mechanical/software issues, and escalate major repairs to maintenance staff.
• Maintain accurate production records, including cycle times, scrap rates, and material usage.  
• Collaborate with engineering, quality, and production teams to resolve design or fitment issues.  
• Follow all safety protocols related to laser operation, material handling, and PPE requirements while maintaining a clean, organized, and safe work area (5S standards).  
• Other duties and projects as assigned.

Required Experience

• CNC Operation: 2+ years of hands-on experience operating a CNC tube/pipe laser cutting machine.  
• Technical Skills: Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and GD&T.  Material Knowledge: Familiarity with various metals (mild steel, stainless steel, aluminum) and their cutting characteristics.  
• Precision Tools: Proficient using precision measuring tools (calipers, micrometers, tape measures).  
• Aptitude: Basic mechanical aptitude for troubleshooting equipment issues and strong attention to detail with a commitment to quality.  
• Teamwork & Reliability: Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently or as part of a team. 

Preferred Experience

• Specific Machinery: Experience with specific tube laser brands, specifically BLM.
• Certifications: Forklift and/or overhead crane certification.  
• Industry Background: Prior experience in structural steel, metal fabrication, or sheet metal industries.  
• Education: High school diploma/GED; technical or vocational training in machining or manufacturing a plus. 

Additional Details

Background Check All candidates are subject to a background check.

Location + Travel The role is based in our Salt Lake Headquarters GigaOne Warehouse and some work performed at our South Salt Lake warehouse as needed.
Schedule Full-Time, Hourly - 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM Monday-Friday

Compensation $25 - $35/hour (Note: We have the flexibility to hire at different levels, which may impact the  corresponding pay range.)

Work Authorization Applicants must already have the legal authorization to work in the US without requiring any employer sponsorship.

Physical Requirements 

• Must have the ability to safely lift and move objects weighing up to 50 lbs. 
• Must be capable of standing, bending, and executing repetitive tasks for prolonged periods of time.
• Ability to read, identify, observe and recognize details, color-coding and fine print at close range on associated engineering drawings.
• Ability to don personal protective equipment to include, but not limited to, respiratory protective equipment with proper seal, coveralls, ear protection, gloves, eye protection & safety helmet. 
• Ability to observe, detect and respond to audible and visual machine malfunction warnings.
• Ability to communicate information so others can understand. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
• Must report to work reliably and with the ability to use full and unimpaired skills and judgment to safely execute your job.
• Proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English required.

Our Perks & Benefits

Benefits eligibility is based on employment status.

Financial

• Employee Rewards Package including equity
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
• Torus paid life and AD&D Insurance with option to purchase additional coverage
• Voluntary short- and long-term disability insurance

Health & Wellness

• Health Benefits Package: Choice between traditional PPO or HSA-eligible medical plans with Torus covering 50% of medical premiums; Dental insurance; and Vision insurance
• Plan participants have access to telehealth services, mental health support and coaching, and exclusive discounts on brands, dining, entertainment, and more.

Time Off

• 10 days annual PTO
• 10 paid company holidays
• Waiting period-free 100% paid parental leave

Culture & Community

• Regular company-wide offsites to showcase our progress and learnings. A time to step back, think strategically, and work on the business together.
• Team members receive Torus branded gear
• Peer Recognition Program
• Fully stocked break rooms with free snacks and drinks. Because great work deserves great fuel.

Torus is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

Torus participates in E-Verify. Once you accept a job offer, we will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from your Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.