Electrical Panel Assembler

Nidec•Brooklyn Heights, OH

About The Position

The Electrical Panel Assembler assembles, wires, modifies, and tests electrical control panels, subassemblies, and related electrical systems using engineering drawings, schematics, layout drawings, bills of material, and work instructions. The role performs routine and semi-routine production work with a moderate degree of independence and supports production schedules while meeting quality, safety, and customer requirements. Success requires consistent workmanship, attention to detail, adherence to standards, minimal rework, and continued development of panel assembly skills. The position includes laying out and preparing enclosures; mounting and wiring electrical components; applying labels; performing inspections, basic electrical tests, repairs, and modifications; and maintaining production and quality records. The assembler follows safety and workplace-organization procedures, coordinates with production, engineering, and quality teams, communicates issues and shortages, and supports process improvement and production activities. Work takes place in a manufacturing and production environment with exposure to noise, moving equipment, and industrial machinery. The job requires standing, walking, bending, reaching, and repetitive motions for extended periods, as well as handling materials up to 30 pounds. The schedule is First Shift (United States of America).

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
At least 2 years of experience as an electrical panel builder, wire person, electrical assembler, or in a related manufacturing environment.
Experience reading and interpreting electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, panel layouts, assembly drawings, and bills of material.
Experience assembling and wiring industrial control panels or electrical assemblies.
Experience using hand tools, power tools, measuring devices, and electrical assembly equipment.
Working knowledge of industrial electrical control components, including relays, terminal blocks, contactors, circuit breakers, disconnects, and power supplies.
Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and perform repetitive motions for extended periods.
Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and components weighing up to 30 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Ability to distinguish wire colors and identify small electrical components.
Ability to accurately use measuring devices and layout tools.
Ability to work with hand tools, power tools, wiring tools, and electrical testing equipment.

Nice To Haves

Technical, vocational, or trade school training in Electrical Technology, Industrial Maintenance, Mechatronics, Electronics, or a related field.
Experience building industrial control panels, automation systems, or UL-compliant electrical assemblies.
Experience supporting Lean Manufacturing, 5S, 3Q6S, or continuous improvement initiatives.
Familiarity with PLC hardware and industrial automation systems.

Responsibilities

Verify and identify mechanical and electrical components using layout drawings, schematics, bills of material, and parts lists.
Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, control panel layouts, assembly drawings, and work instructions.
Lay out control panels and assemblies according to dimensioned drawings, component locations, and design specifications.
Drill, tap, cut, and prepare enclosure panels; securely mount electrical components and hardware.
Assemble, wire, and modify electrical control panels, subassemblies, and related products to engineering documentation and customer specifications.
Perform point-to-point wiring, cable routing, termination, and labeling of electrical conductors and components.
Install relays, terminal blocks, circuit breakers, disconnects, contactors, power supplies, PLC components, and other control devices.
Create and apply component, wire, and equipment identification labels and tags.
Use hand tools, power tools, measuring devices, and assembly equipment to complete work accurately and efficiently.
Follow assembly sequences while adapting to minor product, configuration, or customer variations.
Perform visual inspections and basic electrical testing to verify installation, wiring integrity, and functionality.
Identify and correct assembly defects, wiring discrepancies, missing components, and workmanship issues.
Perform rework, repairs, and modifications according to procedures and quality standards.
Verify completed assemblies against engineering documentation, manufacturing standards, and customer specifications.
Maintain production and quality records and minimize rework and production delays.
Follow company safety policies, electrical safety practices, ESD requirements, and manufacturing procedures.
Maintain a clean and organized work area in accordance with 3Q6S, 5S, or other workplace-organization standards.
Properly use and maintain tools, equipment, and materials, and support a safe work environment.
Coordinate with production leadership, engineering, quality, and team members to meet schedules and deadlines.
Communicate assembly issues, material shortages, documentation discrepancies, and quality concerns in a timely manner.
Support process-improvement initiatives and assist with production line changes, special projects, rework, and continuous improvement efforts.
Provide guidance and assistance to new or less experienced assemblers and panel builders as needed.
Work cooperatively and communicate effectively with peers, supervisors, and cross-functional teams.