Panel Builder

Wesa Automation; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 26,174 - 37,195; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Career development opportunities

Job summary

A specialized automation company in Elgin, IL is seeking a dedicated Panel Builder to join their collaborative team. This role offers competitive pay between $19 and $27 per hour, dependent on experience. You will utilize your electrical skills to read schematics and build panels, while maintaining a neat workspace. Ideal candidates should possess electrical training or relevant experience, and a focus on safety and teamwork is essential. This position provides the opportunity for career growth in an innovative industry.

Qualifications

• Previous panel building experience preferred, but willing to train.
• Ability to coordinate multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be safety conscious and dependable.

Responsibilities

• Read and wire panels according to electrical schematics.
• Inspect and test completed panels.
• Maintain tools and work area efficiently.
• Schedule tasks with shop manager.
• Support installations at local facilities.

Skills

Electrical training or experience

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Understanding of NEC, UL, CSA codes

Mechanical ability

Safe use of hand tools

Education

Formal electrical training

On-the-job electrical experience

Tools

Hand tools

Small power tools

Job description

Be Ready, Be Recognized — Grow Your Expertise Driving Automation Across Industries with Wesa

Panel Builder, Elgin, IL: $19 - $27 (per hour), depending on experience.

At Wesa Automation, we provide state-of-the-art engineering, automation, and controls integration solutions that keep industries moving forward. Our team of electrical control specialists combines deep expertise with innovative thinking to deliver high-quality, cost-effective solutions that put our clients ahead of the curve.

For nearly a decade, we’ve designed, built, installed, and maintained automation systems across chemical, petrochemical, distribution, packaging, and other industries. Our services span controls engineering, design, programming, panel fabrication, installation, and commissioning—always with a focus on safety, quality, and lasting partnerships.

When you join Wesa, you become part of a collaborative team where your skills grow, your ideas are valued, and your career path has no limits. Here, you’ll have the chance to make an impact in industries that shape the world.

We’re proud to be part of Industria, a leading electrical provider serving mission critical, industrial, commercial, and government sectors. Backed by Industria’s end-to-end expertise—from strategy to maintenance—we deliver innovative, reliable solutions that help clients streamline operations, boost output, and power the systems that keep industries and communities moving forward.

We’re looking for a dedicated, Panel Builder, who is excited to contribute their skills, grow their career, and be part of a supportive, collaborative team. If you’re passionate about the electrical field and eager to learn, we encourage you to apply—whether you’re an experienced professional or just starting your career. #WESA

Compensation & Benefits

At Wesa, we believe careers should be rewarding and growth oriented. This role offers a competitive pay range of $19–$27/hour, depending on experience. In addition, We’re proud to provide an excellent benefits package including health, dental, retirement, paid time off, and career development opportunities.

What you will do…

• Read electrical and control schematics and assemble and wire panels to specification for PLC controls, operator consoles, variable speed drives, motor controls, and/or pneumatic controls
• Inspect and test completed panels
• Maintain equipment and tools in a neat, clean, and efficient work area
• Work with shop manager to schedule and prioritize tasks
• Occasionally support installations at local customer facilities

What you will need to succeed…

• Availability during core hours of shop operation, 6:00 am to 2:30 pm (some flexibility available)
• Previous panel building experience preferred (willing to train a motivated candidate)
• Formal electrical training or demonstrated on-the-job experience in the electrical field
• Familiarity with NEC, UL, and/or CSA codes preferred
• Demonstrated mechanical ability
• Knowledge of proper and safe use of hand tools and small power tools
• Attention to detail
• Teamwork and dependability
• Ability to coordinate multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Must be safety conscious

Physical Demands

• The requirements below represent the general physical expectations of this role. We recognize that individuals may meet these requirements in different ways, and we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation so that all qualified individuals can perform the essential functions.
• Ability to lift up to 60 pounds; some lifting may be required from knee to shoulder height or other levels.
• Ability to carry and transport up to 60 pounds for short distances (up to 20 feet).
• Role requires periods of standing and moving, including stretching, reaching, walking, stooping, pushing, and pulling.
• Work may take place in varied environments that can be cold, hot, noisy, or wet, and may include exposure to odors or fumes.
• If you require accommodation at any point in the hiring process or on the job, we encourage you to let us know.

Additional Information

• This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
• We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to an inclusive workplace for all employees. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.
• Harassment of applicants or employees based on any protected characteristic is strictly prohibited.
• This job description outlines the general duties and responsibilities of the position. These may evolve in response to business needs.