Industrial Controls Panel Builder / Electrical Installer

Enerstaff•Houston, TX

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Industrial Controls Panel Builder / Electrical Installer is responsible for the assembly, wiring, installation, and start up support of industrial control systems, including PLC panels, motor control centers (MCCs), LV and MV Switchgear and instrumentation systems. This role is mainly shop fabrication but may be requested to support field installation if needed, ensuring that all work is executed safely, accurately, and in accordance with project specifications, drawings, and company standards.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
2–5+ years of experience in industrial electrical controls and panel building
Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and schematics
Experience with tools and equipment used for panel building and electrical installation

Nice To Haves

Ability to travel to job sites if requested.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
Willingness to work overtime and flexible schedules to support project demands

Responsibilities

Assemble industrial control panels, PLC panels, junction boxes, MCC sections, and Switchgear per electrical schematics and layout drawings
Perform point-to-point wiring of control devices including relays, terminal blocks, PLC I/O, VFDs, breakers and instrumentation
Fabricate and install panel components such as DIN rail, wire duct, bus bar systems, and mounting hardware
Label and tag all devices, wires, and components in accordance with project standards
Perform quality checks to ensure wiring accuracy, torque requirements, and overall workmanship
Assist with panel FAT (Factory Acceptance Testing) and documentation
Install control panels, MCCs, and associated equipment at industrial facilities
Run conduit, cable tray, and supports; pull and route power and control cables
Terminate cables for power, control, and instrumentation systems (including low voltage and medium voltage where applicable)
Install and connect devices such as transmitters, sensors, motors, and control valves
Perform panel and equipment grounding per applicable standards
Support loop checks, point-to-point verification, and system checkout
Able to operate forklift.