Electrical Assembler

The Electrical Assembler reads electrical schematics and assembles, wires, and lays out electrical cabinets for control panels. You begin with cabinet layout work and, as you gain proficiency, progress to more complex tasks such as installing panduit and completing full panel builds in a clean, modern production environment.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret electrical schematics and blueprints to assemble and wire electrical control panels and cabinets accurately.
• Perform layout work on electrical cabinets, including placement of components according to drawings and specifications.
• Install and route wiring, panduit, and other electrical hardware within control panels and cabinets.
• Assemble electrical and mechanical components for panel boards and related equipment.
• Verify proper connections, continuity, and component placement to ensure panels meet quality and safety standards.
• Use basic hand and power tools to complete assembly and wiring tasks efficiently and safely.
• Collaborate with team members and leads to clarify drawings, resolve issues, and maintain production schedules.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area and follow all shop floor and security procedures.
• Support continuous improvement by following standard work practices and providing feedback on assembly processes.

• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and blueprints.
• Hands-on experience with electrical panel or electrical cabinet assembly and wiring.
• Familiarity with electrical components used in control panels and panel boards.
• Basic mechanical assembly skills using hand and power tools.
• Attention to detail to ensure accurate wiring, labeling, and layout.
• Capability to follow written instructions, drawings, and work orders.
• Tech I: Technical education (such as a program similar to Ranken) with no field experience, OR 1–3 years of panel building experience without a degree.
• Tech II: Technical degree plus 3+ years of panel building experience, OR 5+ years of panel building experience without a degree.

• Experience working on electrical cabinets, electrical panels, and control panel layouts.
• Background in electrical assembly, wiring, and schematic reading in a shop or manufacturing environment.
• Comfort working with both electrical and basic mechanical assembly tasks.
• Strong problem-solving skills when interpreting drawings and resolving wiring or layout questions.
• Willingness to work optional overtime when available to support production needs.
• Interest in long-term career growth into more senior technical roles.

You join a highly respected, well-known industrial organization that offers clear paths for advancement and strong long-term benefits. Technicians who start at entry and mid levels have defined promotion opportunities into senior Technician and Lead Technician roles, with corresponding pay growth. The company provides fantastic benefits upon conversion to permanent employment and fosters a stable, career-oriented environment where people actively seek to work and stay for the long term.

Work Environment

This role is based on a very clean, quiet, and well-lit shop floor designed for focused electrical assembly work. The facility uses badge security throughout the building and in individual rooms to ensure a safe and controlled environment. The standard shift runs from 6:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, with plenty of optional overtime available. Employees have access to an employee rest area with lunch and snack options, ample seating, televisions, and games such as Golden Tee and air hockey, creating a comfortable space for breaks. The environment supports professional, shop-appropriate attire suitable for working with electrical and mechanical components.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Olivette, MO.

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $26.00/hr.

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 & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Olivette,MO.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 30, 2026.

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

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.