About the Role:
We are seeking a skilled, detail-oriented Engineering Technician | Electrical Panel Assembly to support the assembly, wiring, testing, and troubleshooting of custom industrial electrical control panels. This hands-on position is ideal for an experienced Engineering Technician, Electrical Assembly Technician, Control Panel Builder, Electrical Panel Technician, or Industrial Wiring Technician with strong electrical and mechanical aptitude. The role involves interpreting electrical schematics, performing point-to-point wiring, installing electrical components, and collaborating with engineering and production teams to ensure high-quality panel construction. Candidates with experience in industrial electrical wiring, electrical and electronic assembly, control panel fabrication, or related technical trades are encouraged to apply. This position offers exposure to custom-engineered electrical systems, varied technical projects, and opportunities to expand electrical assembly and troubleshooting skills.
Responsibilities:
- Assemble, wire, and build custom electrical control panels, industrial control cabinets, and electrical assemblies according to engineering drawings, schematics, and technical specifications.
- Perform point-to-point wiring, wire routing, cable preparation, crimping, labeling, and electrical terminations to ensure accurate and reliable electrical connections.
- Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, panel layouts, electrical drawings, bills of materials (BOMs), and assembly instructions.
- Install and connect electrical components, including terminal blocks, relays, circuit breakers, contactors, power supplies, switches, and industrial control devices.
- Assist with electrical panel layout, component mounting, enclosure preparation, mechanical assembly, and electrical system integration.
- Conduct visual inspections, continuity checks, basic electrical testing, and functional verification to ensure assemblies meet engineering specifications and quality standards.
- Troubleshoot electrical wiring issues, component failures, assembly discrepancies, and connection problems using technical documentation and electrical testing equipment.
- Collaborate with electrical engineers, engineering technicians, and production personnel to resolve technical issues and implement assembly improvements.
- Maintain accurate workmanship, follow established assembly procedures, and support quality control throughout the panel-building process.
- Operate hand tools, power tools, wire preparation equipment, and electrical testing instruments while maintaining a safe, organized, and efficient work environment.
Qualifications:
- Previous hands-on experience in electrical panel assembly, industrial electrical wiring, electrical or electronic assembly, control panel building, or a related technical trade.
- Ability to independently read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, technical drawings, and electrical assembly instructions.
- Experience performing point-to-point wiring, wire termination, electrical component installation, and control panel assembly.
- Working knowledge of electrical components, industrial control systems, electrical connections, and standard wiring practices.
- Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude with the ability to assemble, troubleshoot, and verify custom electrical systems.
- Proficiency using hand tools, power tools, wire strippers, crimping tools, multimeters, and other electrical assembly equipment.
- Ability to identify wiring errors, component discrepancies, and assembly issues through careful inspection and basic troubleshooting.
- Strong attention to detail, commitment to quality workmanship, and ability to follow technical specifications accurately.
- Ability to work independently from engineering documentation while communicating effectively with engineering, quality, and production teams.
- Dependable work ethic, strong organizational skills, and commitment to workplace safety and established production schedules.
Desired Qualifications:
- Technical certificate, vocational training, associate degree, or related education in Electrical Technology, Electronics, Industrial Maintenance, Mechatronics, or Electrical Engineering Technology.
- Experience building custom industrial control panels, electrical enclosures, automation control cabinets, or engineered electrical assemblies.
- Familiarity with programmable logic controllers (PLCs), motor starters, variable frequency drives (VFDs), relays, power distribution components, and industrial automation equipment.
- Knowledge of electrical assembly best practices, wire identification, cable management, electrical testing procedures, and quality inspection processes.
- Familiarity with UL 508A industrial control panel standards, National Electrical Code (NEC) principles, or other applicable electrical safety and workmanship standards.
- Experience collaborating with engineering teams to troubleshoot prototype assemblies, resolve drawing discrepancies, or support custom electrical panel production.