Panel Shop Technician

Accelera; Evansville (IN); On-site; USD 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Accelera is seeking an entry-level Panel Shop Technician to build and wire industrial control panels for manufacturing environments. No prior panel experience required, with mentorship available for candidates with a solid technical background and motivation to grow.

The role emphasizes reading basic schematics, using hand and power tools, and adhering to safety standards while contributing to a collaborative shop team.

Qualifications

• Entry-level candidates with electrical training or trade school welcome.
• Ability to read basic wiring schematics or diagrams.
• High level of precision and attention to detail.
• Good manual dexterity for small wiring and delicate components.
• Reliable and professional mindset for a shop environment.

Responsibilities

• Construct industrial control panels and electrical enclosures.
• Install relays, breakers, switches, terminals, and power supplies.
• Wire and terminate per electrical blueprints and wiring schematics.
• Interpret diagrams and assembly guides to ensure correct wiring.
• Label all wires and electrical parts clearly for safety and traceability.
• Use hand and power tools to assemble and wire panels.
• Support quality control checks to meet safety standards.
• Maintain a tidy, organized shop floor to improve efficiency.

Skills

Hand and power tools

Electrical schematics

Precision

Manual dexterity

Reliability

Education

Vocational/Trade School

Electrical certification

Mechatronics training

Electronics coursework

Industrial maintenance certification

Job description

Important Note: This position is specifically designed for entry-level technicians rather than experienced, licensed electricians.

Begin Your Journey in Industrial Electrical Systems

We are currently looking for a Panel Shop Technician to help build and wire industrial control panels for various manufacturing and industrial settings. This role is perfect for those who have finished electrical training, participated in trade school, recently earned a technical degree, or have practical experience with hand tools and interpreting simple electrical schematics. While prior experience in panel assembly is not necessary, we are eager to mentor candidates who possess a strong technical background and a genuine motivation to grow their skills.

Your Daily Responsibilities

• Construct industrial control panels and electrical enclosures.
• Install various components including relays, breakers, switches, terminals, and power supplies.
• Execute wiring and terminations by strictly adhering to electrical blueprints.
• Interpret and apply information from wiring schematics, diagrams, and assembly guides.
• Ensure all wires and electrical parts are properly labeled.
• Utilize various hand and power tools to facilitate the assembly process.
• Contribute to quality control checks to ensure all systems meet safety standards.
• Help keep the shop floor tidy and orderly to improve team efficiency.

Our Requirements

• Proficiency in operating standard hand and power tools.
• Capability to comprehend and utilize basic electrical schematics or diagrams.
• High level of precision and attention to detail.
• Good manual dexterity for handling small wiring and delicate components.
• Consistent reliability and a constructive, professional mindset.
• Physical ability to stand, bend, and perform tasks within a shop setting.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certification in Electrical Systems.
• Certification in Industrial Maintenance.
• Training in Mechatronics.
• Coursework in Electronics.
• Vocational or Trade School education.
• Prior background in manufacturing, assembly, or technical roles.

We welcome applications from individuals with academic or practical backgrounds in industrial maintenance, robotics, mechatronics, automotive electrical systems, electronics, or other related technical disciplines.

Why Join Our Team?

• Acquire practical, hands-on knowledge of industrial electrical systems.
• Collaborate with and learn from seasoned technical professionals.
• Build a strong professional foundation in automation and controls.
• An ideal starting point for recent graduates and those early in their technical careers.
• Operate within a well-maintained and orderly shop facility.