Control Panel Technician

Turner Mining Group; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Turner Mining Group is seeking a skilled Control Panel Technician to assemble, wire, test, and document industrial control panels and automation systems. The role requires interpreting electrical schematics and working with PLCs and motor controls.

You will collaborate with engineers, electricians, and project teams to ensure quality, safety, and customer satisfaction while supporting FAT and field commissioning activities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; technical degree/certificate in Electrical Technology, Industrial Automation, Mechatronics or related field preferred.
• 2+ years of experience assembling and wiring industrial control panels or related electrical equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and wiring diagrams.
• Experience with electrical test equipment (DMMs, continuity testers).
• Familiarity with relays, circuit breakers, terminal blocks, power supplies, PLCs and motor controls.
• Knowledge of UL 508A panel construction practices and control systems.
• Excellent attention to detail and mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Assemble industrial control panels, junction boxes, and operator interface enclosures.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and BOMs.
• Install, wire, label, and terminate components.
• Route and organize control, power, and instrumentation wiring.
• Perform panel modifications and engineering change implementations.
• Conduct continuity checks, point-to-point verification, and functional testing.
• Troubleshoot issues and resolve wiring discrepancies.
• Document testing results and maintain production records.
• Support FAT activities and field installations as required.
• Maintain a clean, safe work environment.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Independent work

Team collaboration

Schematics interpretation

Reading electrical diagrams

Networking protocols understanding

Education

High school diploma or GED

Electrical Technology / Industrial Automation / Mechatronics certificate

Tools

Digital multimeters

Continuity testers

Electrical test equipment

UL 508A practices

Allen-Bradley

Siemens

Schneider Electric

Job description

Job Brief

Under general supervision, seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Control Panel Technician to assemble, wire, test, troubleshoot, and document industrial control panels and automation systems. The ideal candidate will have experience interpreting electrical schematics, working with industrial control components, and ensuring all assemblies meet quality, safety, and customer requirements.

This position offers the opportunity to work on a variety of automation and control system projects while collaborating closely with engineers, electricians, and project teams.

Job Responsibilities

• Assemble industrial control panels, junction boxes, and operator interface enclosures.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, panel layouts, and bills of material.
• Install, wire, label, and terminate electrical and electronic components.
• Route and organize control, power, communication, and instrumentation wiring.
• Perform panel modifications and engineering change implementations.
• Conduct continuity checks, point-to-point verification, and functional testing.
• Troubleshoot electrical and control system issues and resolve wiring discrepancies.
• Document testing results and maintain accurate production records.
• Support factory acceptance testing (FAT) activities.
• Ensure compliance with applicable safety standards, electrical codes, and company procedures.
• Assist with field installation, startup, and commissioning activities as required.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.

Education

• High school diploma or GED.
• Technical degree or certificate in Electrical Technology, Industrial Automation, Mechatronics, or a related field.

Preferred Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience assembling and wiring industrial control panels or related electrical equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and wiring diagrams.
• Experience using electrical test equipment, including digital multimeters and continuity testers.
• Knowledge of industrial electrical components such as relays, circuit breakers, terminal blocks, power supplies, PLCs, and motor controls.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Experience with UL 508A panel construction practices.
• Familiarity with Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Schneider Electric, or similar control systems.
• Knowledge of industrial networking and communication protocols.
• Experience supporting field installations and commissioning projects.