Electrical Controls Panel Builder II

Automation Solutions; Beaverton (OR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Company parties

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Flexible schedule

Free food & snacks

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Profit sharing

Training & development

Job summary

Automation Solutions in Beaverton, OR is seeking an organized and detail‑oriented Electrical Controls Panel Builder. The role focuses on producing custom automation panels, wiring, fabrication, and assembling from schematic drawings.

Some onsite work and occasional travel to field sites are required, with collaboration among builders, technicians, and engineers. Ideal candidates will have 5+ years in industrial automation, strong wiring and schematic skills, and a commitment to quality.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of industrial automation experience.
• Mastery of industrial control wiring and panel fabrication.
• Ability to read and build from schematic drawings.
• Willing to travel for offsite field installations.

Responsibilities

• Build custom automation control panels from schematics.
• Ensure UL508A compliance in layouts.
• Collaborate with technicians and engineers on projects.
• Assist with one‑of‑a‑kind control systems when needed.

Skills

Industrial automation experience

Electrical wiring & panel fabrication

Reading schematics

Attention to detail

Strong communication

Job description

Position Description

We are currently looking for someone who is organized, detail-oriented, efficient, and experienced in industrial automation electrical control systems to help us grow our business. The electrical controls panel builder is primarily a production role with some onsite work. Our panel builders construct a wide variety of custom automation control systems, and must demonstrate mastery of industrial control wiring, panel fabrication and assembly. While repeat production does occur, the builder must also be able to assume responsibility for creating one-of-a-kind control systems from schematic drawings, and a thorough understanding of best-practices and UL508a requirements. Individual initiative, a dedication to quality and a sense of pride in one’s workmanship is critical. As a member of our production team, you will work cooperatively with other builders, technicians, and engineers on interesting and challenging projects.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Company parties
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Free food & snacks
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Profit sharing
• Training & development

Position Description

We are currently looking for someone who is organized, detail-oriented, efficient, and experienced in industrial automation electrical control systems to help us grow our business. The electrical controls panel builder is primarily a production role with some onsite work. Our panel builders construct a wide variety of custom automation control systems, and must demonstrate mastery of industrial control wiring, panel fabrication and assembly. While repeat production does occur, the builder must also be able to assume responsibility for creating one-of-a-kind control systems from schematic drawings, and a thorough understanding of best-practices and UL508a requirements. Individual initiative, a dedication to quality and a sense of pride in one’s workmanship is critical. As a member of our production team, you will work cooperatively with other builders, technicians, and engineers on interesting and challenging projects.

Responsibilities and Duties

Industrial Automation

• Thorough familiarity with industrial control components and terminology
• Functional understanding of UL508A and NFPA79 standards
• Must be able to build directly from schematic drawings
• Must be able to plan efficient and standards-compliant panel layouts

General

• Strong organizational skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Good communication skills and the ability to follow written and verbal instruction
• Ability to lift 50 pounds
• Must have reliable personal transportation

Qualifications and Skills

• Complete mastery of wire prep, crimping, soldering, red-line documentation
• 5+ years of Industrial Automation experience

Working Environment

Most work will be performed in a climate-controlled laboratory-like production area at our Beaverton, Oregon location. Additional work will be required in a wide variety of environments and industries, including everything from clean-room to rock quarry to military installations. You must be willing to work offsite as required, which will usually be day trips, but may also include up to week-long field installation trips out of town. Hours are Mon-Fri (8am-5pm, with some flexibility) with occasional overtime.

Benefits

Competitive compensation depending on experience; flexible work schedule; paid vacation with additional paid time off (PTO); nine paid holidays; healthcare; 401(k); specialty training and new skills development, and more.