Automation Technician
Date: Nov 26, 2025
Location: Lexington, NC, US, 27292
Company: Nucor
Job Details
Division: Nucor Rebar Fabrication Southeast
Location: Lexington, NC, United States
Other Available Locations: N/A
Welcome to Nucor, where our unique culture sets us apart. Joining Nucor means becoming part of North America's largest steel and steel products manufacturer, offering unmatched career opportunities and stability. We are known for our innovative sustainability practices and are the continent's largest recycler. Our vibrant culture, built on personal connections and teamwork, empowers every team member with the freedom to innovate and contribute to our collective success. Experience a workplace where safety, efficiency, and meaningful personal connections define every day, enriching both our teammates and the communities we serve.
Nucor supports its teammates with top-tier benefits like Medical, Dental, Vision, and Disability Insurance, 401K and Roth accounts, Profit sharing, Pay-for-performance bonuses, Paid parental leave, Tuition reimbursement, Stock program, Scholarships and more.
Basic Job Functions:
Safety is the most important part of all jobs within Nucor; therefore, candidates must be able to demonstrate the ability to initiate, lead, and uphold safety policies, practices, procedures, and housekeeping standards at all times.
Nucor Rebar Fabrication is ready to build a world-class team as part of the launch of Nucor’s newest bar mill in Lexington, NC. Our fabrication shop will feature state-of-the-art machinery in a 100,000-square foot facility nestled in the beautiful scenery of Lexington, NC. Located just 20 miles from the vibrant hub of Winston-Salem, Lexington offers abundant recreational opportunities including fishing at High Rock Lake, hiking, and of course, BBQ! Lexington is the BBQ capital of the world, with 20 delicious BBQ restaurants to choose from – bring your appetite!
Purpose:
The Automation Engineer is responsible for collaborating with Maintenance and Production teams to maximize safety and optimize Nucor Rebar Fabrication processes.
Responsibilities:
• Training team members across locations to support consistent performance and knowledge sharing.
• Using engineering principles, algorithms and techniques to trouble shoot and improve both the process and equipment.
• Developing and implementing improvement plans involving both hardware and software systems.
• Providing support outside of normal business hours as needed, including flexible scheduling for unscheduled and scheduled overtime, weekends, and holidays.
• Assisting with regional maintenance initiatives and supporting cross-site collaboration.
• Adapting to evolving responsibilities as assigned by the area Supervisor/Manager in response to operational needs.
• Traveling regularly to other regional NRF locations to identify improvement opportunities, resolve issues, and share best practices.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree in Process, Electrical, Automation Engineering or related field OR
- 2 years of industrial maintenance and automation experience
Preferred Qualifications:
Preferences:
- aSa software experience
- 2 - 3 years of experience in a reinforcing steel fabrication environment
Physical Demands:
- Some heavy lifting (up to 50 lbs.) may be necessary
- Working conditions can be noisy/ dusty/ hot/ cold
Special Demands:
- Due to the operating conditions of the position, this is a safety-sensitive position
- Frequent travel to regional branches
Nucor is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer – M/F/Disabled/Vets – and a drug – free workplace
Nearest Major Market: Greensboro