Intern - Metrology Engineer - Summer 2026

Usconec

Hickory, North Carolina, United States (Hickory, NC) permanent

Posted: January 22, 2026

Job Description

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 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.

Metrology Engineer Intern – Hickory, North Carolina

Summer 2026

Overview
At US Conec, we design and manufacture precision fiber-optic interconnects that power the world’s fastest data centers, telecom networks, and supercomputers. In other words? We’re the backbone powering AI. If you are a recent grad who loves hands-on work and problem solving, this is your chance to shine. As a Metrology Engineer Intern, you’ll team up with our metrology squad to test gear, design fixtures in CAD, and streamline production processes.

Responsibilities

• Dive into lab testing of new metrology equipment and procedures

• Model custom fixtures and tools in CAD

• Spot and eliminate extra steps on the production floor

• Write simple programs for user-friendly production interfaces

• Brainstorm and contribute to confidential, high-impact projects

Sample Projects

• Turn rough notes into polished, certified work instructions

• Automate repetitive measurement routines to free up operator time

• Design fixture tweaks that boost accuracy and speed

Preferred Majors and Skills

• Majors: Manufacturing Engineering, Metrology, or Precision Engineering focus

• Familiar with metrology fundamentals—either through coursework or side projects

• Comfortable using CAD tools (SolidWorks, AutoCAD, etc.)

• Strong grasp of basic statistics and data analysis

• Some experience with Python or MATLAB

• Detail-oriented, collaborative, and excited by technical challenges

This internship is a chance to sharpen your technical skills while contributing directly to the accuracy and efficiency of our production processes.

Join US Conec today and be part of a team that values each other, promotes innovation and growth, and strives to exceed customer expectations in everything we do.

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

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