Lead Wiring Technician - Build & Mentor Electrical Panels

Panelmatic-Inc.-1; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401K Retirement

Paid time off

Job summary

Panelmatic, Inc. is seeking a dedicated and experienced Wiring Technician Lead to provide hands-on leadership and technical support within our wiring department.

The Lead Wiring Technician will lead and support a team of Wiring Technicians in the assembly and wiring of custom electrical control panels while ensuring work is completed safely, accurately, and according to engineering drawings, project specifications, and Panelmatic standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• 3+ years of experience in electrical panel wiring, electrical assembly, industrial wiring, or related manufacturing.
• Previous lead, senior technician, or informal leadership experience preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, engineering drawings, and assembly instructions.
• Strong understanding of electrical panel assembly and wiring practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead and provide day-to-day direction and technical support to Wiring Technicians.
• Review engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, schematics, and project specifications to determine assembly and wiring requirements.
• Help assign and prioritize daily work based on project schedules and production needs.
• Layout, measure, drill, and tap subpanels for initial assembly preparation.
• Install DIN rail, equipment, SEL relays, lockout relays, test switches, terminal blocks, nameplates, wire duct, and other electrical components.
• Cut, tag, route, and terminate wires according to project drawings and Panelmatic standards.
• Inspect wiring and panel assemblies to ensure proper routing, labeling, termination, workmanship, and overall quality.
• Troubleshoot wiring issues and assist technicians in resolving assembly and electrical discrepancies.
• Identify drawing, material, or production issues and communicate them to the appropriate Supervisor or Engineering team.
• Train and mentor Wiring Technicians on proper wiring techniques, tools, equipment, safety practices, and Panelmatic standards.
• Provide hands-on assistance with complex or difficult wiring and panel assembly tasks.
• Alter and cut steel, plastic, and other materials as required for panel fabrication and assembly.
• Ensure work is completed in accordance with applicable safety requirements, quality standards, and project specifications.
• Monitor progress and communicate project status, delays, material shortages, or other concerns to production leadership.
• Help maintain an organized, clean, and safe work area.
• Support testing, inspection, and final quality checks as needed.
• Assist with onboarding and training new Wiring Technicians.
• Promote teamwork, accountability, and a positive work environment.

Skills

Wiring

Team leadership

Electrical schematics

Reading drawings

Training & mentoring

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Wire strippers

Crimpers

Drills

Job description

Panelmatic, Inc. is seeking a dedicated and experienced Wiring Technician Lead to provide hands-on leadership and technical support within our wiring department.

The Lead Wiring Technician will lead and support a team of Wiring Technicians in the assembly and wiring of custom electrical control panels while ensuring work is completed safely, accurately, and according to engineering drawings, project specifications, and Panelmatic standards.