Machining Engineer

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.

Machining Engineer

Overview

US Conec is seeking a highly skilled Machining Engineer to join our precision tooling team. In this role, you will be working with EDM machinery, high-precision grinding machines, and single point diamond turning (SPDT) machines. The machining operation is focused on producing injection mold components with tolerances down to the sub-micron and nanometer level. You’ll work with hard metals such as carbide and tool steels, collaborating closely with design and metrology teams to ensure dimensional accuracy, manufacturability, and tooling reliability across the production lifecycle.

Responsibilities

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Program, set up, and operate machining equipment to achieve tolerances of ≤ ±1 µm

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Select grinding wheels, electrodes, wire types, and flushing strategies to optimize surface finish and cycle time

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Create and refine CAM programs using ESPRIT, G-code, and 3D CAD tools (Autodesk Inventor, NanoCam)

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Develop thermal stability processes, including fixture design and temperature compensation

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Collaborate with mold and die designers to adjust prints for true position and material shrinkage

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Build and qualify grinding wheels, electrodes, and fixtures for precision machining applications

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Perform final inspections using CMMs, laser micrometers, air gauges, and profilometers

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Implement SPC/CPK, corrective actions, and standard work procedures

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Lead DOE and Kaizen initiatives to improve tolerance capability and reduce machining cycle time

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Support toolroom operations for new builds, engineering change notices (ECNs), and urgent repairs

Must Haves

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Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field

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3–7+ years of experience in precision wire EDM and grinding for mold/die or high-accuracy components

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Proven ability to hold ≤ ±1 µm features; experience with sub-micron or nanometer-class positioning

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Expertise machining hard metals such as carbide, H13, M1, and powder-metal steels

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Proficiency in CAM programming, GD&T, and tolerance stack-up analysis

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Hands-on experience with metrology tools, including CMMs and laser micrometry

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Ability to read mold and tooling drawings and understand injection molding components

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Knowledge of fixture design, thermal management, and precision workholding

Preferred Qualifications

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Experience with Moldflow analysis

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Sinker EDM experience

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Basic CNC milling and grinding experience

What We Offer

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Competitive compensation based on experience

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Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance

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401(k) retirement plan with employer match

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Paid time off and paid holidays

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A collaborative, innovation-driven work environment

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Opportunities to work on cutting-edge precision tooling and manufacturing technologies

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Relocation assistance is available for qualified candidates to support a smooth transition to the Hickory, NC area

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