Electrician / Panel Builder

Hitachi, Ltd.; Holland (MI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Medical benefits from day one

Paid parental leave

Automation projects

Collaborative environment

Career growth

Job summary

JR Automation, a Hitachi Group Company, seeks an Electrician/Panel Builder in Holland, MI. You will assemble panels per design, troubleshoot wiring, and ensure quality and safety standards are met.

You will collaborate with lead electricians and CAD engineers and mentor other team members. The role emphasizes lean manufacturing, process improvements, and on-site collaboration to deliver custom automation projects.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2+ years electrical experience preferred.
• Experience in electrical work across construction, residential, commercial, or manufacturing sectors.
• Journeyman’s card preferred.
• Basic computer skills.
• Intermediate schematic interpretation and panel wiring knowledge.
• Safety-focused with quality workmanship.
• Willingness to lift up to 50 lbs and obtain licenses as needed.

Responsibilities

• Assemble equipment according to approved design and customer specifications.
• Troubleshoot wiring and circuits; read and understand schematics.
• Document changes and communicate issues to the team.
• Assist with ISO/Quality Standards compliance.
• Coordinate with project team on open issues and progress during build.
• Support successful execution of programs regarding cost, quality, timing, and customer satisfaction.

Skills

Electrical experience

Schematic interpretation

Panel building

Machine wiring

Troubleshooting

Safety and quality

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Hi-Lo/forklift license

Hand tools ownership

Education

High school diploma

Journeyman’s card preferred

Tools

N/A

Job description

Job Description

The Opportunity

JR Automation, a Hitachi Group Company, is driven to deliver customer success worldwide. We provide intelligent automated manufacturing and distribution technology solutions that transform how the world's leading manufacturers make and distribute products. Our strength is our people and we're always looking to strengthen our team across the globe.

We are looking for an Electrician/Panel Builder to join our centralized panel build team. This individual should provide insight into best practices and lean manufacturing principles to streamline the panel build process, have knowledge of applicable electrical standards, and work to specified print standards. This individual will also be collaborating closely with lead electricians and CAD engineers from various business units to allow a smooth hand-off and assist with mentoring other panel build team members.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive wages, medical benefits starting your first day, and paid parental leave
• Opportunity to work on unique, custom automation projects
• A collaborative, engineering-driven environment
• Career growth and skill development opportunities
• A role where craftsmanship and quality truly matter

Location Type:

This is an onsite position located in Holland, MI.

How You'll Make an Impact:

• Assemble equipment according to approved design and customer specifications.
• Effectively and safely: Troubleshoot wiring and circuits; wire according to NEC; read and understand schematics.
• Ensure that changes and problems get documented and communicated.
• Assist with the execution of ISO/Quality Standards.
• Communicate with the project team on open issues and progress during the build process.
• Assist with the successful execution of assigned programs as they relate to cost, quality, timing, and customer satisfaction.

Note: This list of responsibilities is inclusive; however, it is intended to be a guideline for activities.

What You'll Bring:

• High school diploma, or equivalent.
• 2+ years of electrical experience preferred.
• Experience can include electrical work within construction, residential, commercial, or manufacturing industries.
• Related vocational education or Journeyman’s card preferred.
• Basic computer skills.
• Intermediate knowledge of schematic interpretation; panel building; machine wiring; troubleshooting.
• Proven mechanical aptitude with a focus on safety and quality.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. as required.
• Ability to obtain a Hi-Lo (forklift), aerial platform, and overhead crane license, along with lock-out tag-out training, while employed at JR.
• Ability to provide own hand tools and toolbox suitable for the job (a list of those recommended will be provided).

Disclaimer

JR Automation requires candidates to successfully complete a 10-panel drug screen, physical examination, and background check.

Company Overview

At JR Automation, A Hitachi Group Company, we discover potential, reimagine limits, and advance industry. When faced with a problem, we find a solution. Together, we push what’s possible to automate for tomorrow.

Join our team of 2,000+ at one of our 20+ facilities around the world and be a part of the most experienced team of advanced automation integrators.

Fueled by Possible.

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