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Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Build industrial control panels from approved schematics, panel layouts, bills of material, work orders, and revision-controlled documentation.
- Lay out and mount enclosures, back panels, DIN rail, wire duct, terminal blocks, disconnects, motor controls, power supplies, PLC/HMI components, relays, breakers, transformers, and related devices.
- Measure, cut, strip, crimp, route, terminate, label, and secure conductors using specified wire types, colors, sizes, ferrules, lugs, and torque values.
- Apply UL 508A panel-construction practices and Rohner standards, including component suitability, spacing, grounding/bonding, labeling, and workmanship requirements.
- Read and interpret electrical schematics, ladder diagrams, point-to-point wiring, terminal plans, and component specifications.
- Verify panel layout, component part numbers, wire numbers, terminal designations, and schematic revisions before and during the build.
- Perform continuity checks, point-to-point verification, torque verification, visual inspection, and other de-energized tests as assigned.
- Support controlled functional testing and troubleshooting under authorized procedures; correct wiring or documentation discrepancies.
- Maintain accurate redlines, inspection records, test records, material usage, and nonconformance documentation.
- Protect sensitive components from damage and maintain ESD controls where required.
- Use hand tools, power tools, meters, labelers, and test equipment safely and correctly within training and authorization.
- Coordinate with Controls Engineering, Production, Quality, and other departments to resolve build questions and improve standardization.
- Maintain a clean, organized panel shop and perform other duties as assigned.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required; electrical, industrial controls, mechatronics, or related training preferred.
- Experience building industrial control panels in a UL 508A environment strongly preferred.
- Ability to read and build accurately from electrical schematics, ladder diagrams, panel layouts, and bills of material.
- Working knowledge of industrial electrical components, conductor preparation, grounding/bonding, labeling, and terminal practices.
- Ability to use a multimeter and basic electrical test equipment safely within assigned responsibilities.
- Ability to read a tape measure and perform basic math involving fractions and decimals.
- Strong attention to detail, neat workmanship, documentation discipline, and troubleshooting ability.
- Ability to work independently, ask questions when requirements are unclear, and contribute effectively to a team.
- Formal UL 508A training or certification is a plus.
Safety, Quality, and Team Expectations
- Follow all company safety rules, lockout/tagout requirements, PPE requirements, and equipment-specific procedures applicable to assigned work.
- Stop work and promptly report injuries, hazards, near misses, defective equipment, and quality concerns.
- Produce work to current drawings, specifications, and quality standards; do not knowingly pass defects to the next operation.
- Communicate respectfully, support coworkers, accept coaching, and contribute to a team-oriented workplace.
- Follow company policies and perform work only within assigned training and authorization.
Work Environment and Physical Requirements
- Regularly stand and walk for extended periods in a manufacturing environment.
- Frequently bend, reach, push, pull, grip, and perform repetitive motions throughout the shift.
- Lift, carry, and position materials or components weighing up to 50 pounds repetitively, with assistance or lifting equipment when appropriate.
- Work around moving equipment, sharp sheet-metal edges, noise, dust, and varying temperatures while wearing required personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Maintain the visual acuity, manual dexterity, and coordination needed to perform accurate fabrication or assembly work.
Schedule and Attendance
- Maintain reliable, punctual attendance and report ready to work at the scheduled start time.
- Work overtime, alternate shifts, and flexible hours as production needs require.
Day Shift
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