Automation Panel Builder for Custom Machines

Coilcraft, Inc.; Cary (IL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Matching

Dental Insurance

Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible Spending Account

Health Insurance

Health Savings Account

Life Insurance

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

Profit Sharing

Vision Insurance

Job summary

Coilcraft, Inc. in Cary, Illinois is seeking an Electrical Panel Builder to join our custom machine design team. You will build and wire electrical control panels, support machine assembly, and help bring automation equipment from concept to production.

You will read schematics and diagrams, solder components, troubleshoot systems, and keep BOMs updated while maintaining safety and quality standards on every build.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1+ year wiring and soldering experience.
• Ability to read blueprints and schematics.
• Basic Windows PC skills.
• Strong math and mechanical aptitude.
• Excellent attention to detail and organization.
• Proficient with hand tools and wire crimping tools.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and panel layouts.
• Build, modify, drill, assemble, and wire control panels and boxes.
• Solder PC boards, cable assemblies, and high-density connectors.
• Troubleshoot electrical systems and support startup/testing.
• Update BOMs and electrical documentation.
• Use wire crimping tools, hand tools, and electrical assembly equipment.
• Collaborate with engineers and technicians on machine builds.
• Maintain safety, workmanship, and quality standards.

Skills

Blueprints & schematics reading

Wiring & soldering experience

Electrical panel wiring

Windows PC skills

Math & mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Hand tool usage

Wire crimping tools

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CAD experience

Electrical testing knowledge

Job description

Coilcraft, Inc. in Cary, Illinois is seeking an Electrical Panel Builder to join our custom machine design team. You will build and wire electrical control panels, support machine assembly, and help bring automation equipment from concept to production.

You will read schematics and diagrams, solder components, troubleshoot systems, and keep BOMs updated while maintaining safety and quality standards on every build.