Electrical Assembly Technician- Panel Layout

Benshaw Inc.•Pittsburgh, PA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

At Benshaw, Electrical Assembly Technician in Panel Layout is responsible for the precise layout and installation of electrical components—like breakers, relays, terminal blocks, and drives—onto the back panels of control cabinets. This role is critical to the functionality, safety, and serviceability of the finished motor control products. In short, Electrical Assembly Technician at Benshaw ensure that every electrical control panel starts with a clean, accurate, and standards-compliant foundation—making all subsequent wiring, testing, and troubleshooting easier and safer.

Requirements

Strong ability to read and interpret electrical and mechanical drawings.
Experience in mechanical or electrical assembly, particularly panel building.
Excellent attention to precision and layout detail.
Familiarity with UL standards and industrial electrical hardware.
High school diploma or GED; technical training a plus.
Must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time, permanent basis, without restriction and without the need for current or future visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

Read and interpret electrical layout drawings, schematics, and mechanical prints to determine correct placement of components.
Mark and drill holes in back panels for mounting hardware.
Install and secure components such as: Contactors, Circuit breakers, Terminal blocks, PLCs, Relays, Drives and soft starters.
Use drills, screwdrivers, torque tools, and layout templates for accurate component positioning.
Operate manual and powered tools to prep back panels and mount devices securely.
Ensure spacing and alignment follow UL, NEC, or customer-specific standards.
Confirm that all components are mounted securely, with correct clearances and accessibility.
Flag discrepancies between drawings and actual fit for correction before wiring begins.
Work closely with fabrication, wiring, and engineering teams to ensure alignment across all phases of the build.
Provide feedback on design improvements or recurring issues with fit and layout.