Control Systems Wire Harness Technician

100Hires, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Powell is seeking a Control Systems Wire Harness Technician to build and wire harness assemblies for MCC, SWGR, and control panels in our Electrical Assembly department. Translate drawings into finished, tested wiring bundles meeting workmanship standards.

You will work with electricians and fellow technicians, perform in-process inspections, document results, and maintain a clean, safe work area. Requires reading diagrams, using hand/power tools, and lifting up to 50 lbs.

Qualifications

• Read point-to-point wiring diagrams and blueprints.
• Able to read a tape measure and interpret dimensions.
• English reading/writing/speaking proficiency required.
• Operate hand and power tools safely and accurately.
• Lift up to 50 lbs with proper technique.

Responsibilities

• Interpret wiring diagrams and schematics for harness assemblies.
• Pull, terminate, and dress wiring for MCC, SWGR, and harness assemblies.
• Route and bundle conductors per wiring practices.
• Install and terminate CTs, nameplates, and heaters as specified.
• Perform in-process inspections and verify circuits for quality.

Skills

Wiring diagrams

Tape measure reading

English proficiency

Safety with hand tools

Crimpers/strippers/torque tools

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Power tools

Calibrating tools

Job description

Help power generation equipment perform flawlesslyAt Powell, we craft engineered-to-order switchgear and electrical equipment that keep critical power systems running. As a Control Systems Wire Harness Technician, you’ll be the craftsperson who transforms drawings into dependable assemblies inside our Electrical Assembly department. You’ll partner with electricians and fellow technicians to deliver safe, reliable results that meet industry standards. Work schedule: Four 10-hour days, Monday–Thursday, 2:30pm–1:00am.Imagine thisYou open a fresh panel, map the layout on the door and back pan, drill and tap precisely, and begin routing wire bundles so clean they set the standard. You install nameplates and space heaters, terminate CTs, and validate every circuit with continuity checks—documenting results and performing in-process inspections along the way. That’s a typical win in this role.Your core impactInterpret point-to-point diagrams, electrical schematics, and blueprintsPull, terminate, and dress wiring for MCC, SWGR, and harness assemblies per drawingsRoute and bundle conductors to Powell’s wiring practicesLay out, install, drill, and tap devices on doors and back pansInstall and terminate current transformers (CTs)Install nameplates and space heatersUse continuity buzzers/testers to verify circuitsApply crimpers, strippers, torqueing, and calibrating tools safely and accuratelyPerform in-process inspections to ensure compliance and workmanship qualityMaintain a clean, organized work area and actively participate in safety meetings to strengthen our safety cultureBaseline qualificationsHigh School Diploma or GED preferredAbility to read point-to-point wiring diagramsAble to read and work from a tape measureEnglish proficiency in reading, writing, and speakingSafe operation of hand and power toolsLift up to 50 lbs with proper lifting techniquesPreferred backgroundBasic computer literacy (a plus)Knowledge of calibration practicesAbility to interpret spec sheets and master copy drawingsHow you workPositive, teachable, and receptive to direction from Senior and Lead AssemblersDependable—meets deadlines and stays focused on commitmentsSelf-starter who manages multiple tasks and drives to succeedContinuously improves processes—seeks better, more efficient outcomesAdaptable to new ideas, technologies, workflows, and product changesCustomer-centric mindset tied to our growthActs with integrity and strong ethicsDetail-driven, accurate, thorough, and reliableCollaborative with teammates and cross-functional partnersAdheres to manufacturing policies and practices to support ISO complianceEnvironment you’ll be inSafety-sensitive role in a temperature-controlled manufacturing/industrial facility with occasional outdoor workPPE required at all times (hard hat, safety glasses, hearing protection, harness as applicable); respirators when necessaryWork from step, A-frame, and extension ladders, and scaffoldingTasks at heights typically up to 30 feet with proper lift equipmentPhysical demandsMaintain balance and agility to prevent falls while walking, standing, crouching, and climbing/descending stairsRepetitive bending at the waist and knees with frequent extension of arms and handsLong periods of standing and walking 50–300 feet with occasional sittingFrequent stair climbing throughout the shiftRegular work with both arms above shoulders and fully extendedContinuous use of upper extremities to apply up to 50 lbs of forceFrequent, extended use of tin snips, hammers, and power tools (some with vibration)