Electrical Control Panel Builder

Sterling Technologies, Incorporated; Wixom (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Job summary

Sterling Technologies in Wixom, MI is seeking an experienced Panel Wire Harness Assembler to build and wire control panels and electromechanical assemblies to exacting specifications.

You will review schematics, BOMs, fabricate parts, and collaborate with engineering and production to drive quality and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Experience wiring and building control panels from drawings.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and BOMs.
• Minimum 2–3 years of experience in electrical wiring field.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, wire, and terminate control panels and electromechanical assemblies.
• Review schematics, panel layout drawings, and BOMs for accuracy and manufacturability.
• Install finished assemblies in cases and cabinets; perform hand operations and testing.
• Collaborate with engineering and production teams to resolve issues and improve processes.

Skills

Panel wiring

Schematic reading

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Math basics

Communication

Independent work

Continuous learning

Tools

Electrical hand tools

Job description

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Dental insurance

Sterling Technologies is a growth-oriented company. For nearly 5 decades we have been serving a diversified array of industries including Aerospace, Military, Medical, Automotive, and On & Off Highway equipment providers. Sterling manufacturers integrated electrical and mechanical assemblies that are flexible to the customer's needs. These include wire harnesses, power distribution and controls, PCB assemblies and more. Sterling has built a strong reputation as a Tier 1 and Tier 2 supplier to the heavy equipment and automotive industries. Sterling provides a combination of integration, innovation, value, and service. With a commitment to quality, innovation, reliability, and customer satisfaction, Sterling Technologies offers a wide range of services and is certified to ISO 9001 and IATF 16949 standards. We are a collaborative, friendly team-oriented work environment focused on growth.

Duties Include:

• Assemble, wire, and terminate control panels, enclosures, and electromechanical assemblies according to electrical schematics, panel layout drawings, and customer specifications.
• Review electrical schematics, panel layout drawings, wiring diagrams, and bills of materials (BOMs) for accuracy, manufacturability, and testability, and flag discrepancies to engineering.
• Fabricate or form parts and structures according to specifications, using drills, calipers, cutters, or saws.
• Utilize small hand tools such as wire strippers, crimpers, wrenches, screwdrivers, and pliers.
• Use good judgement when dimensions or tolerances seem inconsistent or unworkable. Confer with supervisors or engineers to plan, review, or clarify work activities or to resolve assembly or production problems.
• Drill or tap holes in specified equipment locations to mount control units or to provide openings for components, wiring, or instruments.
• Mark up drawings and bills of material to document the "as built" final product.
• Perform necessary hand operations such as deburring, grinding & sawing. Operate hand pallet jacks to move material within the plant.
• Install finished assemblies or subassemblies in cases and cabinets.
• Complete point to point wiring, and install a wide variety of electronic components including PLC's, relays, lights, switches, etc.
• Adjust, repair, or replace electrical or electronic component parts to correct defects and to ensure conformance to specifications.
• Work with minimal supervision once work assignments are given and explained. Ask questions to obtain sufficient instruction to perform assigned tasks.
• Support prototype builds, new product introductions, and first-article inspections for new control panels and test programs.
• Maintain test equipment, fixtures, hand tools, and calibration schedules to keep systems audit-ready.
• Drive process improvements in panel assembly and test methods to increase throughput, reduce defects, and improve first-pass yield.
• Collaborate with engineering, quality, and production teams to resolve technical issues and support design-for-test initiatives.
• Support inventory control by verifying components, wire, terminals, and panel hardware against BOMs.
• Ensure compliance with workplace safety policies, lockout/tagout, and electrical safety practices (e.g., NFPA 70E awareness).
• Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities & reading technical publications.
• Work closely with the Assembly Lead Technician to improve and correct assembly times for proper manufacturing engineering documentation.
• Communicates any changes on procedure or assembly structure to engineering in order to ensure complete and correct engineering documentation.

Job Requirements:

• Has panel wiring and building experience and strong mechanical skills and aptitude.
• Has experience in reading and interpreting schematic drawings.
• Minimum 2-3 years of experience in electrical wiring field
• Strong attention to detail
• Proficient in basic math skills
• Possesses good communication skills, is motivated, and has a great attitude.
• Ability to work independently.
• Desire to work within a continuous learning environment.

Preferred

• IPC/WHMA-A-620 Certification
• UL 508A panel shop experience or familiarity with UL panel build requirements.
• Experience with aerospace, automotive, medical, military, defense, or industrial control panel and harness applications.
• Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma experience.
• Familiarity with ERP and manufacturing/test data software systems.

Essential physical & mental requirements:

• Must be able to handle up to 50 pounds, with some assistance.
• May occasionally perform duties in a standing, kneeling or squatting position.
• Repetitive hand movement is required.
• Good eyesight and the ability to distinguish color is necessary.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance

Sterling Technologies is looking for individuals seeking long-term employment in a great work environment.