Hickory, North Carolina, United States · On-site
US Conec, Ltd. Engineering Innovation. Precision Plastics. Powering AI. US Conec, Ltd. is a trusted, global company that prides itself on engineering excellence—creating innovative connectivity solutions that support tod…
Skills: Mechanical Troubleshooting, Electrical Troubleshooting, PLC Diagnostics, HMI Testing, 2D/3D CAD
Hickory, North Carolina, United States · On-site
$82k–$112k/yr
Requisition Number: 76015 The company built on breakthroughs. Join us. Corning is one of the world’s leading innovators in glass, ceramic, and materials science. From the depths of the ocean to the farthest reaches of…
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Hickory, North Carolina, United States · On-site
US Conec, Ltd. Engineering Innovation. Precision Plastics. Powering AI. US Conec, Ltd. is a trusted, global company that prides itself on engineering excellence—creating innovative connectivity solutions that support tod…
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Hickory, North Carolina, United States · On-site
Compensation $20.00 Hourly Job Description Text JOBS to 811DIG (811344) to connect with our hiring team today! Are you an outdoor enthusiast who enjoys independent field work and is looking to jump start your career? If …
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Hickory, North Carolina, United States · On-site
US Conec, Ltd. Engineering Innovation. Precision Plastics. Powering AI. US Conec, Ltd. is a trusted, global company that prides itself on engineering excellence—creating innovative connectivity solutions that support tod…
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Hickory, North Carolina, United States · On-site
$72k–$99k/yr
Requisition Number: 75996 The company built on breakthroughs. Join us. Corning is one of the world’s leading innovators in glass, ceramic, and materials science. From the depths of the ocean to the farthest reaches of…
Skills: PLC Troubleshooting, HMI Support, Electrical Troubleshooting, AutoCAD Electrical, Mechanical Troubleshooting
Hickory, North Carolina, United States · On-site
$60k–$82k/yr
Requisition Number: 75980 The company built on breakthroughs. Join us. Corning is one of the world’s leading innovators in glass, ceramic, and materials science. From the depths of the ocean to the farthest reaches of…
Skills: PLC Troubleshooting, HMI Support, Electrical Troubleshooting, Mechanical Troubleshooting, AutoCAD Electrical
Hickory, North Carolina, United States · On-site
$98k–$120k/yr
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Hickory, North Carolina, United States · On-site
$98k–$120k/yr
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Hickory, North Carolina, United States · On-site
$85k–$117k/yr
Requisition Number: 75835 The company built on breakthroughs. Join us. Corning is one of the world’s leading innovators in glass, ceramic, and materials science. From the depths of the ocean to the farthest reaches of…
Skills: Automation Engineering, Process Development, Data Analysis, Material Handling, Technical Specification Writing
Hickory, North Carolina, United States · On-site
$156k–$215k/yr
Requisition Number: 76245 The company built on breakthroughs. Join us. Corning is one of the world’s leading innovators in glass, ceramic, and materials science. From the depths of the ocean to the farthest reaches of…
Skills: Mechanical Design, Mechatronics, 3D CAD, Project Management, Industrial Controls
Hickory, North Carolina, United States · On-site
$85k–$117k/yr
Requisition Number: 75836 The company built on breakthroughs. Join us. Corning is one of the world’s leading innovators in glass, ceramic, and materials science. From the depths of the ocean to the farthest reaches of…
Skills: Automation Engineering, Process Development, Data Analysis, Material Handling, Technical Specification Writing
Hickory, North Carolina, United States · On-site
$71k–$98k/yr
Requisition Number: 75974 The company built on breakthroughs. Join us. Corning is one of the world’s leading innovators in glass, ceramic, and materials science. From the depths of the ocean to the farthest reaches of…
Skills: Mechanical Engineering, MS Office, Solidworks, Inventor 3D Modeling, DOE
Hickory, North Carolina, United States · On-site
$89k–$122k/yr
Requisition Number: 75958 The company built on breakthroughs. Join us. Corning is one of the world’s leading innovators in glass, ceramic, and materials science. From the depths of the ocean to the farthest reaches of…
Skills: PLC Programming, HMI, SCADA, Allen Bradley ControlLogix, AutoCAD
Hickory, North Carolina, United States · On-site
$123k–$169k/yr
Requisition Number: 76142 The company built on breakthroughs. Join us. Corning is one of the world’s leading innovators in glass, ceramic, and materials science. From the depths of the ocean to the farthest reaches of…
Skills: Laser Processing, Optics, Photonics, Team Leadership, Design of Experiments (DOE)
Hickory, North Carolina, United States · On-site
National Mechanical Experts Inc. is looking for a dynamic, hardworking, HVAC Apprentice to join our team in Hickory, North Carolina. Requirements: Related Pre-apprenticeship training (preferred)High school diploma or equ…
Skills: Hvac Installation, Commercial Hvac, Industrial Hvac, Customer Service, Osha Safety Regulations
Hickory, North Carolina, United States · On-site
$82k–$112k/yr
Requisition Number: 76061 The company built on breakthroughs. Join us. Corning is one of the world’s leading innovators in glass, ceramic, and materials science. From the depths of the ocean to the farthest reaches of…
Skills: Mechatronics, System Design, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Circuits, Programming
Hickory, North Carolina, United States · On-site
$156k–$214k/yr
Requisition Number: 75979 The company built on breakthroughs. Join us. Corning is one of the world’s leading innovators in glass, ceramic, and materials science. From the depths of the ocean to the farthest reaches of…
Skills: Program Management, Technical Performance Management, Budget Management, Global Team Leadership, Project Planning
Hickory, North Carolina, United States · On-site
$96k–$132k/yr
Requisition Number: 76050 The company built on breakthroughs. Join us. Corning is one of the world’s leading innovators in glass, ceramic, and materials science. From the depths of the ocean to the farthest reaches of…
Skills: Machine Design, Mechatronics, Systems Design, Prototyping, Mechanical Engineering
Hickory, North Carolina, United States · On-site
Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson is a dynamic, 100% employee-owned consulting firm with more than 2,800 professionals, providing a full range of multidisciplinary engineering, architecture, information technology, and relate…
Skills: Construction Inspection, Material Testing, Quantity Tracking, Documentation, Roadway Construction
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Install, optimize, and support automated manufacturing systems within injection molding and ferrule posting areas. Provide first-line technical support and perform preventative maintenance to minimize downtime and ensure product quality.
Requires 2-4 years of experience in medium-volume manufacturing with strong mechanical aptitude and familiarity with PLCs and CAD. An associate's degree in Mechatronics, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering Technology is preferred.
US Conec, Ltd. is a trusted, global company that prides itself on engineering excellence—creating innovative connectivity solutions that support today’s most important technologies. We foster a friendly, inclusive culture that values teamwork, creativity, and mutual respect. At US Conec, you’ll find real opportunities to grow and make a meaningful impact in a company that genuinely cares about its people and its customers. With competitive compensation, excellent benefits, and a supportive environment, this is a place where you can build your future—whether your interests lie in manufacturing, engineering, operations, or beyond.
Automation Technician
We're always interested in connecting with talented Automation Technicians. This posting may be used to identify candidates for both current and upcoming openings. As a result, timing for follow-up may vary, and not all applicants will be contacted immediately. Qualified candidates will remain in our talent community and may be considered for future opportunities that align with their background and experience.
We’re seeking a hands‑on Automation Technician to install, optimize, and support automated manufacturing systems across injection molding and ferrule posting areas. In this role you’ll use mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills to keep automation running, drive continuous improvement, and collaborate with engineering and operations to deliver reliable, efficient production.
US Conec will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.
US Conec is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics
With over 30 years of proven innovation, US Conec continues to redefine the optical interconnect industry with next generation high density connectivity solutions. US Conec designs, develops, and manufactures industry leading technology solutions for data center structured cabling, public network, on-board interconnect, industrial and military markets worldwide. The company’s key product developments include MT ferrules, MTP® brand MPO connectors, MTP® PRO solutions, MXC® connectors, PRIZM® LightTurn® and PRIZM® MT lensed ferrule technology, ELiMENT™ single fiber connectors, VSFF MDC and MMC connectors, Fast-Track™ connectors, IBC™ fiber-optic cleaning solutions, termination equipment, high precision optical packaging components, and customized precision interconnect solutions.
Offices: 1138 25th St SE, Hickory, North Carolina 28602, US
Based on 56 listings with disclosed salaries, most engineering jobs in Hickory, NC pay between $72k–$161k per year. Individual offers vary with seniority, company size, and specialization.
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