Panel Builder

Job Title: Senior Custom Control Panel Builder - Direct Hire!
Job Description
This position focuses on assembling and wiring industrial control panels, electro-mechanical sub-assemblies, and major assemblies in accordance with internal standards and customer-specific quality requirements. You use your technical expertise to interpret complex drawings and schematics, build high-quality panels, and support prototype development and resolution of non-conforming materials.
Responsibilities

• Assemble and wire industrial control panels, electro-mechanical sub-assemblies, and major assemblies to meet internal and customer-specified quality standards.
• Read, interpret, and work from mechanical, electrical/electronic, and pneumatic drawings, schematics, and diagrams.
• Apply technical skills effectively to ensure accurate and efficient panel building and wiring.
• Assist in the development and build of prototype industrial control panels and assemblies, providing technical expertise to identify, correct, and repair non-conforming materials.
• Document and report discrepancies and non-conforming materials in accordance with standard operational procedures.
• Select and use appropriate assembly and wiring tools, including manuals and pneumatic or electric hand tools, to perform work safely and efficiently.
• Use basic computer skills, including e-mail and MRP software, to support production, documentation, and communication needs.
• Collaborate with team members, demonstrating strong interpersonal skills and clear written and verbal communication.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area, supporting a safe and efficient production environment.
• Follow all relevant standards and guidelines, including familiarity with IPC/WHMA-A-620 and UL-508A, to ensure compliance and quality.

Essential Skills

• Ability to read and understand mechanical, electrical/electronic, and pneumatic drawings, schematics, and diagrams.
• Proven ability to apply technical skills effectively in panel building and wiring activities.
• Strong interpersonal skills with excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Experience assisting with development and build of prototype industrial control panels and assemblies.
• Ability to identify, correct, and repair non-conforming materials and document discrepancies per standard procedures.
• Proficiency in basic computer skills, including e-mail and MRP software.
• Knowledge of selecting and using assembly and wiring tools such as manuals and pneumatic or electric hand tools.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Minimum of 5 years of related work experience in a relevant electrical or panel-building environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Additional education beyond high school is preferred.
• Prior experience as a panel builder or in a Senior panel-building role is preferred.
• Status as a Certified IPS Specialist to IPC/WHMA-A-620 is a plus.
• Familiarity with UL-508A standards is a plus.
• Experience with schematic reading, panel wiring, and panel building in an industrial setting is beneficial.

Why Work Here?
This opportunity offers a stable, direct placement role in a clean, organized production environment with a dedicated team of panel builders. You work standard daytime hours, supporting work-life balance, and have the chance to apply and grow your technical expertise in industrial control panels, prototypes, and quality-focused manufacturing. The culture emphasizes professionalism, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Work Environment
You work in a clean manufacturing environment alongside a team of approximately 610 panel builders. The role is performed on a first shift schedule, with typical start times at 6:00 a.m. or 7:00 a.m. and end times at 2:30 p.m. or 3:30 p.m. The work involves hands-on use of pneumatic and electric hand tools, as well as interaction with computer systems such as e-mail and MRP software, in a structured, quality-focused setting.
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of Placentia, CA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $44000.00 - $57000.00/yr.
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.
Company will provide benefits package at time of offer - 3 weeks vacation
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of Placentia, CA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Oct 30, 2026.
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Placentia,CA.

About Aerotek

Aerotek\u00AE 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.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
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