Senior Panel Wireman

Role: Senior Panel Wireman / Assembler

Location: West Chester, OH

Term: Direct Hire

Salary: $26 - $32 per hour

My client, a well-established industrial automation and controls engineering business, is looking to add an experienced Senior Panel Wireman / Assembler to its growing team.

Specialising in the design, integration and commissioning of custom electrical control systems and industrial automation solutions, the business supports OEMs and industrial customers across a range of industries. Its work encompasses electrical control panel design and manufacturing, PLC and HMI systems, motion control and bespoke automation equipment.

This opportunity is suited to a hands-on electrical professional with strong experience assembling and wiring industrial control panels, capable of working from electrical schematics and engineering drawings to deliver high-quality, reliable control systems. The successful candidate will play an important role in panel build, wiring, testing and troubleshooting, working closely with the engineering team to support the delivery of custom automation projects.

The Senior Panel Wireman / Assembler role will involve:

• Building, wiring and assembling custom electrical control panels, industrial control cabinets and automation systems.
• Reading and interpreting electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, panel layouts and engineering drawings.
• Installing and wiring electrical components, including PLCs, HMIs, relays, circuit breakers, power supplies, terminal blocks, VFDs and servo drives.
• Cutting, preparing, routing and terminating wires, cables and conductors to meet engineering specifications and quality standards.
• Mounting DIN rails, wire ducts, backplates and electrical components in accordance with panel layouts.
• Inspecting completed assemblies, identifying wiring errors and resolving electrical build issues.
• Supporting panel testing, continuity checks, troubleshooting and quality assurance prior to delivery.
• Working alongside controls engineers to support modifications, improvements and the successful integration of control systems.
• Maintaining a clean, organised and safe working environment while ensuring projects meet quality and delivery requirements.

The Senior Panel Wireman / Assembler will ideally have the following attributes:

• Several years of hands-on experience building and wiring industrial electrical control panels, automation cabinets or electrical assemblies.
• Strong ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams and panel layout drawings.
• Practical experience wiring industrial electrical components, including PLCs, VFDs, servo drives, relays, circuit protection and control devices.
• A strong understanding of electrical wiring practices, component installation, cable routing, termination and panel assembly techniques.
• Ability to independently complete panel builds, identify wiring issues and troubleshoot electrical assembly problems with minimal supervision.
• High attention to detail, with a commitment to workmanship, quality and safe working practices.
• Experience supporting electrical testing, inspection and quality control processes.
• Ability to work collaboratively with engineering and production teams while managing assigned builds and deadlines.
• Relevant electrical qualifications or technical training are advantageous, alongside practical experience in industrial automation or machine-building environments.

For more information on this opportunity, please apply or contact Jack Smillie for a confidential discussion.

Many Thanks,

Xpertis Talent