Control Panel Builder

Job Advert; Great Gransden; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

OA Group is seeking an experienced Control Panel Builder for a well established client in Great Gransden, Bedfordshire. You will build and wire low‑voltage control panels (single & three‑phase; 24V DC), interpret EPLAN schematics, mechanical layouts and BOMs, and install devices such as relays, drives, HMIs and PLCs (Mitsubishi, Allen Bradley or Siemens).

The role spans panel types (junction boxes, MCCs, HMI enclosures) and requires careful wire termination, measurement on stainless steel and

Qualifications

• Experience in electrical panel building.
• Able to read electrical schematics and mechanical layouts.
• Familiar with AC and DC control systems.
• High attention to detail and quality workmanship.

Responsibilities

• Build and wire low-voltage control panels (single & three-phase; 24V DC).
• Interpret EPLAN schematics, mechanical layouts, and BOMs.
• Install and terminate devices such as circuit protection, relays, solenoid valves, drives, HMIs, PLCs.
• Work on panels including junction boxes, HMI enclosures, MCCs, and multi-door cabinets.
• Use hand and power tools to fabricate and assemble components.
• Measure and mark on materials (stainless steel, GRP, mild/galvanised steel).
• Perform continuity testing and basic functional checks.
• Maintain a clean, organized working area.
• Collaborate with design and test engineers under supervision.

Skills

Electrical schematics

Wire termination

AC/DC control

Attention to detail

Workshop tools

Tools

EPLAN

Job description

Role: Control Panel Builder

Location: Great Gransden, Bedfordshire

Typical working schedule:

Monday: 7:30 am -- 4:00 pm

Tuesday: 7:30 am - 4:30 pm

Wednesday & Thursday: 7:30 am - 5:00 pm

Friday: 7:30 am - 12:00 noon (overtime may apply)

Salary: £34,000 - £36,500 per annum

An excellent opportunity has now arisen for an experienced Control Panel Builder join a well-established client based in Great Gransden, Bedfordshire

Duties of a Control Panel Builder:

• Build and wire low-voltage control panels (#removed#V AC, single & three-phase; 24V DC)
• Interpret EPLAN schematics, mechanical layouts, and BOMs
• Accurately install and terminate devices such as: Circuit protection devices, relays, solenoid valves, Inverter drives, Soft Starts, Contactors, HMIs, PLC systems (primarily Mitsubishi, Allen Bradley or Siemens)
• Work across a range of panel types including: Junction boxes, HMI enclosures, MCCs, and Multi-door cabinets
• Use hand and power tools to fabricate and assemble panel components
• Measure and mark out on various materials (stainless steel, GRP, mild/galvanised steel)
• Perform continuity testing and basic functional checks
• Maintain a clean, organised, and efficient working area
• Work collaboratively with design and test engineers, under supervisor guidance

What we would like from you:

• Previous experience within electrical panel building
• Proficient in reading electrical schematics and mechanical layout drawings
• Skilled in wire selection, crimping, ferrule termination, and routing
• Familiar with both AC and DC control systems
• High attention to detail and consistent quality of workmanship
• Competent with workshop tools and safe working practices
• Comfortable working independently and as part of a team

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