Electrical Panel Assembler — Precise, Team‑Oriented Builder

POWERGEN CONTROLS LLC; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Job summary

Powergen Controls LLC is seeking a Panel Assembler to fit, assemble, wire, and complete low-voltage switchboards and control panels. The role requires reading assembly drawings, wiring diagrams, and schematics, and using hand and power tools to build and test assemblies to company quality standards.

You will work from project drawings, lay out components on backplates, drill and tap, and assemble subassemblies while maintaining safety and documentation.

Qualifications

• Experience building electrical control panels or similar equipment.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and mechanical drawings.
• Ability to follow wiring diagrams to wire panel components.
• Adequate measurement with tape measure and calipers.
• Proficiency with common hand and power tools.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret assembly drawings, mechanical drawings, wiring diagrams, schematics, work orders, and other production documentation.
• Pull required parts and components from inventory based on project requirements.
• Lay out components on control panel backplates according to drawings and specifications.
• Drill and tap backplates for mounting components.
• Lay out control panel doors and determine proper placement of operators and components.
• Drill and punch panel doors as required for mounting switches, indicators, operators, and other devices.
• Mount and assemble electrical and electromechanical components.
• Wire control panels according to wiring diagrams and schematics.
• Assemble cables, connectors, housings, and subassemblies.
• Perform crimping, staking, screwing, bolting, riveting, soldering, press-fitting, and similar assembly operations as required.
• Properly label panels, wires, components, and assemblies.
• Perform testing and visual inspections to verify that completed work meets drawings, specifications, and Company quality standards.
• Identify and report discrepancies, missing components, drawing issues, or quality concerns.
• Maintain an organized and safe work area.
• Complete required production paperwork and documentation accurately and on time.
• Properly use and care for Company tools and equipment.
• Follow Company safety procedures and requirements.
• Assist with other production and project-related duties as needed.

Skills

Electrical panel assembly

Reading electrical schematics

Reading tape measure

Hand and power tools use

Teamwork and communication

Attention to detail

Tools

Tape measure

Drill

Punch tools

Screwdrivers/hand tools

Calipers

Job description

Powergen Controls LLC is seeking a Panel Assembler to fit, assemble, wire, and complete low-voltage switchboards and control panels. The role requires reading assembly drawings, wiring diagrams, and schematics, and using hand and power tools to build and test assemblies to company quality standards.

You will work from project drawings, lay out components on backplates, drill and tap, and assemble subassemblies while maintaining safety and documentation.