Panel Build Technician

Lincoln Electric; Plymouth (MI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Lincoln Electric in Plymouth, MI is seeking a Panel Build Technician to assemble and wire industrial control panels and subassemblies for manufacturing systems. You will interpret schematics, wire diagrams, and BOMs, mount components, and ensure quality and safety standards are met.

Work with engineers, QA inspectors, and other technicians in a hands-on shop environment; perform continuity checks, use power tools, and maintain as-built documentation.

Qualifications

• 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 UL508A, NEC, or related electrical standards (preferred).

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.

Skills

Electrical assembly

Wiring diagrams

Schematics reading

Quality focus

Team collaboration

Education

High School diploma

Tools

Relays

PLCs

VFDs

Power supplies

Job description

Lincoln Electric is a high-performance industrial machinery and technology leader who helps customers manufacture and maintain vital equipment and infrastructure. Lincoln Electric’s innovative solutions enable higher quality and productivity across a variety of processes including welding, cutting, brazing, machining, process automation, and field repair. The Company leverages proprietary technologies and expertise in materials science, power electronics, automation, and intelligent software to help customers build better and achieve resilience in their operations. Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, Lincoln Electric is the essential ‘Linc’ that keeps the economy running. The Company operates 71 manufacturing and automation facilities across 20 countries and serves customers in over 160 countries. For more information about Lincoln Electric and its products and services, visit the Company’s website at https://www.lincolnelectric.com .

Location: Plymouth - 46247
Employment Status: Hourly Full-Time
Function: Manufacturing
Target Bonus: 5%

Job Responsibilities

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.

• 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.

Job Requirements

• 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).

Physical Requirements & Work Environment
Standing, walking, bending, and lifting up to 40 lbs as needed. Work performed in a production/shop environment with exposure to noise, tools, and moving equipment.

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.

Nearest Major Market: Detroit
Job Segment: Maintenance, Testing, Quality Assurance, Technician, Welding, Manufacturing, Technology