Job Description

Electrical Panel Builder

Full-Time | Manufacturing & Automation
Shift: 1st Shift – Contract to Hire
Pay: $33.00–$38.00/hour (based on experience)

Are you an experienced Industrial Electrician who enjoys building and troubleshooting advanced automation equipment? Join a growing team that designs and builds custom automated machinery for a variety of manufacturing applications.

This is an excellent opportunity to work on unique, custom-built equipment alongside talented engineers and machine builders. If you're looking for a hands-on role where every project is different and there are opportunities to grow your skills and advance your career, we'd love to hear from you.

What You'll Do

Assemble and wire electrical control panels using electrical schematics and engineering drawings.
Install wiring, sensors, motors, cables, and electrical components on custom automated machinery.
Perform point-to-point wiring of control panels and field devices.
Mount and wire PLCs, HMIs, relays, circuit breakers, power supplies, and variable frequency drives.
Support machine startup, testing, troubleshooting, and debugging with engineering and assembly teams.
Diagnose and resolve electrical issues during machine builds.
Ensure all wiring and installations meet quality standards, safety requirements, and electrical codes.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
Provide feedback to engineering to improve designs and documentation.

What We're Looking For

3+ years of industrial electrician or electrical assembly experience in a manufacturing or automation environment.
Experience reading electrical schematics, panel layouts, and wiring diagrams.
Hands-on experience wiring control panels and automated machinery.
Familiarity with PLCs, HMIs, sensors, and industrial electrical components.
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
Mechanical aptitude and attention to detail.
Ability to work independently and collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Why You'll Love This Opportunity

Build cutting-edge automated manufacturing equipment from the ground up.
Work alongside experienced engineers and automation professionals.
Diverse projects that keep your work interesting and challenging.
Strong opportunities for career growth and advancement.
Stable, full-time position with a collaborative team environment.

Benefits

As a contract employee of Sterling, you'll receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

Paid holidays
Paid time off
Three medical plan options
Dental and vision insurance
401(k) retirement plan
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Sterling Engineering, Inc.

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