Panel Wireman

Aerotek; Clifton (NJ); On-site; USD 39,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Employee discounts

Job summary

Aerotek in Clifton, NJ is hiring for a Panel Wireman / Electrical Panel Assembler for a 1st shift contract-to-hire role. You will read electrical schematics, assemble and wire control panels, install components, and verify quality before shipment.

Compensation ranges from $28.00 to $35.00 per hour. Benefits and eligibility apply. This fully onsite position requires precise wiring, safety adherence, and collaboration with engineering and production teams.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and wiring diagrams.
• Assemble and wire industrial control panels per diagrams and BOMs.
• Ensure panels meet quality and safety standards before shipment.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and wire industrial electrical control panels according to schematics, diagrams, blueprints, and drawings.
• Install relays, contactors, circuit breakers, PLCs, terminals, transformers, power supplies, and VFDs.
• Perform point-to-point wiring and cable routing within panels and enclosures.
• Verify wiring, placement, and assembly using schematics and BOMs.
• Conduct panel testing, troubleshooting, and quality inspections prior to shipment.
• Identify and correct wiring or integration issues to meet specs.
• Assist with machine wiring and electrical integration on packaging equipment.
• Perform low-voltage and control system installation tasks.
• Use tools and testing equipment safely during assembly and wiring work.
• Collaborate with engineering and production teams to resolve issues.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area.
• Support production goals by meeting deadlines with quality workmanship.

Skills

Read electrical schematics

Panel wiring

PLC wiring

Quality inspections

Tools

Multimeter

Wire crimpers

Hand and power tools

Job description

Job Title: Panel Wireman / Electrical Panel Assembler

Pay: Based on Experience

Location: Clifton, NJ

Shift: 1st

Description

You will read and interpret electrical schematics and wiring diagrams, install a wide range of control components, perform point-to-point wiring, and ensure that all panels meet strict quality and safety standards before shipment. You will work closely with engineering and production teams to complete projects accurately and on schedule while maintaining a clean and safe workspace.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and wire industrial electrical control panels according to electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, blueprints, and engineering drawings.


• Install electrical components including relays, contactors, circuit breakers, PLCs, terminals, transformers, power supplies, and variable frequency drives (VFDs).


• Perform point-to-point wiring and cable routing within control panels and electrical enclosures, ensuring neat, accurate, and reliable connections.


• Verify proper wiring, component placement, and assembly details using schematics, wiring diagrams, and bills of materials (BOMs).


• Conduct panel testing, troubleshooting, and quality inspections prior to shipment to confirm proper operation and compliance with specifications.


• Identify and correct wiring, assembly, or integration issues to ensure compliance with customer requirements and industry standards.


• Assist with machine wiring and electrical integration on packaging equipment and conveyor systems as needed.


• Perform electrical installation and assembly tasks for low-voltage and control systems used in industrial automation and machinery manufacturing.


• Use hand tools, power tools, wire crimpers, and testing equipment such as multimeters safely and effectively during assembly and wiring work.


• Collaborate with engineering and production teams to clarify design details, resolve technical issues, and ensure projects are completed accurately and on schedule.


• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment, following electrical safety practices and applicable standards.


• Support production goals by meeting deadlines, maintaining high workmanship quality, and contributing to continuous improvement in panel building and machine assembly.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Clifton, NJ.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $35.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & visionCritical Illness, Accident, and Hospital401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions availableLife Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)Short and long-term disabilityHealth Spending Account (HSA)Transportation benefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramTime Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 23, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Clifton,NJ.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.