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Lexington, NC

Automation Technician

2 years experience
Manufacturing & Industrials
Engineering
Posted:
December 28, 2025

Nucor

U.S. steel & recycling producer
79
Palpable Score
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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.

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About the company

Nucor

Company overview
Nucor is a major steel and steel-products manufacturer, producing sheet, plate, bar, structural steel, and downstream products used across construction, infrastructure, and industrial supply chains. Nucor also operates raw materials businesses that support steelmaking, including scrap-related operations. Nucor runs a decentralized operating model across many divisions and plants. The company is publicly listed in the United States.

Locations and presence

Nucor is headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina and operates a wide footprint of plants and divisions across the United States, plus some international presence shown on the company locations directory. Many early-career roles are plant- or site-based due to the nature of steel manufacturing, with corporate roles more likely to be office-based.

Palpable Score

79
/ 100
Nucor creates multiple real entry points for early-career candidates, including internships, co-op style routes, and paid training-to-job pathways. The company’s strongest signals are practical learning and financial upside through benefits and variable pay, while hiring process consistency can vary by division and role.
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