Electrical Panel Builder

Ericson Manufacturing; Willoughby (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k)

401(k) Matching

Health Savings Account

Company Paid Life Insurance

Voluntary Life Insurance

Company Paid Short-term & Long-term  

Paid vacation & holidays

Job summary

Ericson Manufacturing in Ohio is seeking an experienced Electrical Panel Builder to assemble, wire, test, and troubleshoot distribution panels and temporary power equipment for diverse applications.

You're expected to read schematics, BOMs, and assembly instructions, lay out components, and perform testing to ensure safety and quality in a fast-paced, hands-on production environment.

Qualifications

• Requires HS diploma or GED; technical/electrical training preferred.
• Experience reading schematics and wiring diagrams; familiarity with electrical safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Assemble electrical distribution panels and enclosures.
• Mount breakers, transformers, receptacles, relays, and control components.
• Route, terminate, and identify conductors per drawings.
• Wire single-phase and three-phase power distribution systems.

Skills

Electrical schematics

Wiring diagrams

AC power systems

Single-phase & three-phase

Electrical test equipment

Hand & power tools

Electrical component identification

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Technical school or electrical training

Tools

UL 508A knowledge

Job description

Overview: we are seeking a skilled Electrical Panel Builder to assemble, wire, test, and troubleshoot electrical distribution panels and transformer-based temporary power equipment used in construction, industrial, utility, entertainment, military, and infrastructure applications.

This position works from electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, bills of materials, and assembly instructions to build custom and standard power distribution equipment, including:

• E-Carts
• Temporary Power Distribution Units
• Transformer Panels
• Cam-Lok Distribution Systems
• Generator Connection Cabinets
• Custom Engineered Power Systems

The ideal candidate has experience building electrical control panels, switchgear, power distribution equipment, or industrial machinery and possesses strong electrical troubleshooting skills.

Available Shift: 6:00 AM – 4:30 PM (M – TH)

Other Shift Options include:

4:00 AM - 2:30 PM (M-TH)

5:00 AM - 3:30 PM (M-TH)

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assemble electrical distribution panels, enclosures, and transformer assemblies.
• Mount circuit breakers, disconnects, transformers, receptacles, relays, power distribution blocks, terminals, and control components.
• Layout components according to engineering drawings and production standards.
• Drill, tap, punch, and prepare enclosure components when required.

Electrical Wiring

• Read and interpret:
• Bills of Material
• Assembly drawings
• Route, terminate, and identify conductors per drawings and work instructions.
• Wire single-phase and three-phase power distribution systems.
• Perform crimping, torqueing, lug installation, and conductor preparation using approved tools and methods.
• Install and connect:
• Cam-Lok systems
• Pin and sleeve devices
• NEMA receptacles
• GFCI protection systems
• Grounding and bonding components

Testing & Quality

• Perform continuity testing, insulation checks, and functional testing.
• Conduct visual inspections to ensure workmanship meets Ericson quality standards.
• Troubleshoot electrical issues and make corrections as required.
• Document testing and inspection results.

Production Support

• Accurately record labor and production activity within ERP systems.
• Maintain production schedules and meet established productivity goals.
• Support Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Assist in prototype builds and custom engineered projects.

Minimum Qualifications, Education and Certifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Technical school, electrical training, or vocational education preferred.

Experience

One of the following:

• 2+ years electrical panel building experience
• 2+ years industrial electrical assembly experience
• Electrical equipment manufacturing experience

Required Knowledge & Skills

• Candidate should possess working knowledge of:
• Electrical schematics and wiring diagrams
• AC power systems
• Single-phase and three-phase electrical systems
• Electrical test equipment
• Hand and power tools
• Electrical component identification

Ability to

• Read and understand technical drawings
• Work independently with minimal supervision
• Troubleshoot wiring and assembly issues
• Lift up to 50 lbs.
• Work safely around energized equipment following lockout/tagout procedures

Preferred Qualifications

• UL 508A panel building experience
• Transformer assembly experience
• Temporary power equipment experience
• OSHA 10 certification
• Experience with torque-controlled electrical connections
• Familiarity with power distribution equipment up to 600V

Physical Requirements

• Frequent standing, bending, and walking
• Use of hand and power tools throughout shift
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to differentiate wire colors
• Ability to work safely in a manufacturing environment
• Success Profile

The ideal Electrical Panel Builder

• Works efficiently while maintaining quality
• Understands electrical safety
• Thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Enjoys building customized electrical power solutions
• Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401(k)
• 401(k) Matching
• Health Savings Account
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Company Paid Short-term & Long-term Disability
• Paid vacation & holidays