Industrial Control Panel Tech: Build, Wire & Troubleshoot

Wheeler Industries Incorporated; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Wheeler Industries Incorporated in a manufacturing setting seeks a skilled Control Panel Assembler. You will perform electrical and mechanical assembly, build and wire panels per schematics, and troubleshoot to ensure quality and compliance.

The role requires reading electrical diagrams and working with PLCs, relays, and VFDs. The candidate should have a high school diploma or GED, with preferred associate degree or technical certification in Electrical Technology.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associate degree or technical certification preferred.
• Experience reading electrical schematics and wiring diagrams.
• Familiarity with PLCs, relays, VFDs, power supplies, and terminal blocks is a plus.
• Hands-on experience with standard electrical tools and panel building tools.
• Prior experience in manufacturing/panel shop environment is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assemble electrical and mechanical components for industrial control systems.
• Build and wire control panels per schematics and company standards.
• Interpret wiring diagrams and flag errors or improvements to design engineers.
• Communicate schematic issues or required changes promptly to engineers.
• Maintain organization and accountability for project materials (BOMs).
• Track component usage and reorder parts as needed; alert when stock is low.
• Inspect completed panels for accuracy, functionality, and compliance.
• Assist with troubleshooting wiring and component failures during and after panel construction.
• Collaborate with engineers to resolve technical challenges and improve designs.
• Follow safety procedures and maintain a clean work environment.

Skills

Schematic reading

Time management

Independent worker

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree or technical certification in Electrical Technology or related field

Tools

Electrical test equipment

Panel building tools

PLC components familiarity

Job description

Wheeler Industries Incorporated in a manufacturing setting seeks a skilled Control Panel Assembler. You will perform electrical and mechanical assembly, build and wire panels per schematics, and troubleshoot to ensure quality and compliance.

The role requires reading electrical diagrams and working with PLCs, relays, and VFDs. The candidate should have a high school diploma or GED, with preferred associate degree or technical certification in Electrical Technology.