Control Panel Builder II

Alterman Management Group, Inc; Texas; On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Alterman Management Group, Inc. is seeking a Control Panel Builder I to learn and perform basic assembly, wiring, and documentation for industrial instrumentation panels. Work is performed under supervision following shop procedures and project drawings.

Essential functions include wiring, component installation, interpretation of schematics, BOMs, and documentation. Candidates should have a high school diploma and factory/assembly experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience in control panel building or electrical assembly preferred.
• Ability to interpret electrical schematics and BOMs.

Responsibilities

• Wires control panel products per drawings and requirements.
• Installs electrical components using panel-shop standards.
• Interprets schematics, diagrams and project documentation.
• Prepares conductors and terminates wires per drawings.
• Performs basic quality checks and documents discrepancies.
• Completes routine panel builds within labor hours and quality targets.

Skills

Electrical wiring

Schematic interpretation

Quality checks

Team communication

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

The Control Panel Builder I is responsible for learning and performing the basic assembly, fabrication, wiring, and documentation practices used to manufacture industrial instrumentation and control panels. Work is performed primarily under direct supervision and established shop procedures for Industrial projects.

Essential Functions:

• Independently wires various control panel products in accordance with approved drawings and project requirements.
• Installs electrical components accurately and efficiently using established panel-shop standards and practices.
• Interprets electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, assembly drawings, and related project documentation.
• Cuts, strips, crimps, labels, routes, and terminates conductors in accordance with approved drawings and established workmanship standards.
• Understands and properly uses engineering and manufacturing documents, including BOMs, assembly drawings, assembly instructions, wiring schematics, and diagrams.
• Verifies work against drawings and documentation; identifies routine discrepancies or missing information and communicates them to the Lead Panel Builder or Supervisor before proceeding.
• Performs basic quality checks of completed work, including wire identification, termination quality, component placement, and conformance with drawings.
• Completes routine panel builds in accordance with expected labor hours, schedule priorities, and quality requirements.
• Provides practical support to Control Panel Builder 1 employees as needed.

2. 10%

• Performs other duties as assigned based on operational and project needs, which may include assisting in other areas of panel shop manufacturing and supporting in-shop testing activities, consistent with the employee's training, qualifications, and skill level.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Prior experience in control panel building, electrical assembly, or a related manufacturing environment required. Must demonstrate proficiency in control panel assembly and wiring practices through relevant work experience.

Skills/Abilities:

• Basic computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite applications.
• Demonstrated working knowledge of hand tools and power tools, including proper use and safety requirements.
• Able to interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, BOMs, assembly drawings, plans, design specifications, and related requirements.
• Able to organize work, follow procedures, maintain attention to detail, and recognize routine quality issues or discrepancies.
• Able to communicate effectively with supervisors and team members, both verbally and in writing.
• Able to complete routine panel-building assignments with limited supervision while meeting established quality and productivity expectations.
• Workshop environment with potential exposure to heat and cold.

Physical Demands:

• Able to lift up to 40 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Able to stand and walk for extended periods with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Able to repeatedly lift, carry, push, pull, and handle products with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Able to climb, bend, reach, stoop, kneel, and stretch for extended periods with or without reasonable accommodation.

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