Panel Build Technician

Lincoln Electric; Plymouth (MI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Lincoln Electric in Plymouth, MI is seeking a Panel Build Technician to assemble, wire, and test industrial electrical control panels and subassemblies. You will interpret schematics, mounting components, and ensure panels meet safety and performance specs.

Candidates should have a high school diploma and 1–3 years of electrical assembly experience, with attention to detail and the ability to follow written and verbal instructions.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or equivalent.
• 1–3 years in electrical assembly.
• Able to read schematics and wiring diagrams.
• Familiar with control panel components.
• Detail-oriented and able to follow instructions.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and wire electrical control panels per schematics.
• Mount, connect, and secure relays, breakers, PLCs, VFDs.
• Cut, strip, crimp, route wires to standards.
• Perform continuity, functional, and safety checks.
• Inspect work for quality and labeling accuracy.
• Read schematics, blueprints, and BOMs; maintain docs.
• Operate hand and power tools.
• Collaborate with engineers and QA inspectors to resolve build discrepancies.
• Support material handling and general shop activities.

Skills

Electrical wiring

Panel assembly

Schematic interpretation

Quality checks

Tools handling

Collaborative work

Education

High School diploma

Tools

UL508A knowledge

NEC familiarity

Job description

Location: Plymouth - 46247
Req ID: 29150

Position Summary

The Panel Build Technician is responsible for assembling, wiring, and testing industrial electrical control panels and electronic subassemblies used in industrial systems. This includes interpreting electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and bills of materials; mounting and connecting components; and ensuring panels meet quality, safety, and performance specifications.

Key Responsibilities

• Assemble and wire electrical control panels following schematics, wiring diagrams, and layout drawings.
• Mount, connect, and secure electrical/electronic components (relays, breakers, PLCs, power supplies, VFDs, sensors, terminals).
• Cut, strip, crimp, route, and bundle wires to meet wiring and workmanship standards.
• Conduct continuity, functional, and safety checks on completed assemblies.
• Inspect work for quality and labeling accuracy
• Read and interpret schematics, blueprints, and BOMs; maintain as-built documentation.
• Operate hand tools and power tools (drills, strippers, crimpers, torque tools).
• Collaborate with engineers, technicians, and QA inspectors to resolve build discrepancies.
• Support material handling, receiving, kitting, and general shop activities when needed.

Lincoln Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer.We are committed to promoting equal employment opportunity for applicants, without regard to their race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited to, lactation), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, and any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.

Education & Experience

• High School diploma or equivalent
• 1–3 years experience in electrical assembly, industrial wiring, or control panel build
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and wiring diagrams.
• Familiarity with standard control panel components (contactors, relays, VFDs, PLCs).
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Basic understanding of UL508A, NEC, or related electrical standards (preferred).

Lincoln Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer.We are committed to promoting equal employment opportunity for applicants, without regard to their race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited to, lactation), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, and any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.

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