Senior Control Panel Technician (UL 508A Certified - REQUIRED)

Dorsett Controls; Vinton (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

FSA

HSA

Long-term/Short-term disability

Job summary

Dorsett Controls in Vinton, VA is seeking a Senior Control Panel Builder to lead the assembly, wiring, and testing of UL 508A panels. You will mentor junior technicians, ensure compliance with NFPA and NEC standards, and partner with engineering to improve designs.

The role requires UL 508A certification, 5+ years of panel-building experience, and a valid driver’s license. On-site work with opportunities to contribute to process improvements and audits.

Qualifications

• UL 508A certification (or equivalent) required.
• Strong ability to read electrical schematics and wiring diagrams.
• 5+ years building/wiring industrial control panels.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Familiarity with NFPA 79 and NEC/NFPA 70 in panel work.

Responsibilities

• Build, wire, and test industrial control panels per UL 508A, NFPA, and company standards.
• Perform point-to-point wiring, labeling, and verification of components.
• Mentor and review work of junior Control Panel Technicians.
• Prepare panels for shipment and maintain documentation for audits.
• Support continuous improvement and safety initiatives in the panel shop.

Skills

Schematic interpretation

Panel wiring

NFPA 79 / NEC knowledge

Attention to detail

Mentoring juniors

Team collaboration

Education

UL 508A certification

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

Senior Control Panel Builder – UL 508A Certified (Required)

Location: Vinton, VA

Work Location: On-Site

Department: Manufacturing / Panel Shop

Reports To: Production Supervisor / Engineering Manager

FLSA Status: Hourly - Non-Exempt

Who We Are

Dorsett Controls is a leading provider of innovative automation solutions, specializing in custom control systems and services across a diverse range of industries, including HVAC controls and water/wastewater SCADA systems. With a commitment to precision, reliability, and cutting‑edge technology, we help organizations optimize operations and enhance efficiency. At Dorsett Controls, we are dedicated to delighting our customers, creating innovative experiences, and pursuing excellence. Our team is focused on delivering outstanding results, and we are seeking motivated individuals to join us in shaping the future of the control systems industry.

What We Need

Dorsett Controls is seeking an experienced, UL 508A certified Senior Control Panel Builder to join our automation team. In this role, you will lead the building, wiring, and testing of industrial control panels in accordance with UL 508A, NFPA, and company standards, while overseeing the technical work of junior Control Panel Technicians. You will help raise the bar for quality and consistency in our UL 508A panel shop by mentoring less‑experienced technicians and partnering closely with our engineering team.

What You'll Do

• Build, wire, and assemble industrial control panels from electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and bills of material.
• Ensure all panels meet UL 508A, NFPA 79, and relevant NEC/NFPA 70 requirements, as well as internal quality standards.
• Perform point‑to‑point wiring, labeling, and verification of all components and terminations, and conduct continuity and low‑voltage testing.
• Assemble and wire more complex panels using provided drawings and schematics with minimal supervision.
• Collaborate with electrical engineers and designers to resolve design questions, suggest improvements, and support standardization of designs.
• Oversee and mentor junior Control Panel Technicians, reviewing their work, identifying errors, and demonstrating best practices for wiring, layout, and documentation.
• Maintain the UL 508A panel shop file, build documentation, and inspection records as required for audits.
• Maintain a clean, well‑organized workspace and inform your supervisor when inventory items are running low.
• Prepare completed panels for shipment and operate a forklift as needed.
• Support continuous improvement efforts in the panel shop, including 5S practices, safety initiatives, and process improvements.

What You Bring

• UL 508A certification (or equivalent verifiable UL 508A training/credential) and hands‑on experience working in a UL 508A panel shop (Required).
• Valid driver's license.
• 5+ years of experience building and wiring industrial control panels in a manufacturing or systems‑integration environment.
• Strong ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, panel layout drawings, and wiring diagrams.
• Solid understanding of industrial control components (breakers, contactors, relays, VFDs, PLCs, power supplies, terminal blocks, etc.).
• Working knowledge of NFPA 79 and NEC/NFPA 70 as they apply to control panels.
• High attention to detail and commitment to producing neat, well‑organized, and clearly labeled panels.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills; comfortable giving and receiving feedback and helping others learn.
• Ability to meet deadlines under pressure.

What Sets You Apart

• Experience mentoring or training junior panel builders or technicians.
• Familiarity with panel shop quality systems, 5S practices, or continuous improvement initiatives.
• Experience working in water/wastewater, manufacturing, or energy sectors.
• Comfort partnering directly with engineering teams on design feedback and standardization.

What We Offer

• Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, EAP, FSA, HSA, LTD/STD insurance, and wellness benefits.
• Career development: Opportunities for advancement and education reimbursement.
• Flexible work schedule: We offer on‑site, remote, and hybrid options, based on role and organizational needs.

Why Dorsett Controls?

At Dorsett Controls, we combine technical excellence with a people‑first approach. You'll be part of a team that values innovation, integrity, and growth. We invest in our people and empower them to lead, learn, and contribute meaningfully to impactful projects across the region.

We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities to advance within a company that values your expertise and vision.

Apply now and be part of an organization where your skills build the future of automation.

Dorsett Controls is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.