Electrical Control Panel Builder

About the role

Sterling Technologies is a growth-oriented company serving a diversified array of industries including Aerospace, Military, Medical, Automotive, and On & Off Highway equipment providers. We manufacture integrated electrical and mechanical assemblies such as wire harnesses, power distribution and controls, PCB assemblies and more. Sterling has built a strong reputation as a Tier 1 and Tier 2 supplier to the heavy equipment and automotive industries, delivering integration, innovation, value, and service. We are certified to ISO 9001 and IATF 16949 standards and operate in a collaborative, team-oriented environment focused on growth.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, wire, and terminate control panels, enclosures, and electromechanical assemblies according to electrical schematics, panel layout drawings, and customer specifications.
• Review electrical schematics, panel layout drawings, wiring diagrams, and bills of materials (BOMs) for accuracy, manufacturability, and testability; flag discrepancies to engineering.
• Fabricate or form parts and structures according to specifications using drills, calipers, cutters, or saws.
• Utilize small hand tools such as wire strippers, crimpers, wrenches, screwdrivers, and pliers.
• Use good judgment when dimensions or tolerances seem inconsistent or unworkable; confer with supervisors or engineers to plan, review, or clarify work activities or resolve assembly or production problems.
• Drill or tap holes in specified equipment locations to mount control units or provide openings for components, wiring, or instruments.
• Mark up drawings and bills of material to document the “as built” final product.
• Perform necessary hand operations such as deburring, grinding, and sawing.
• Operate hand pallet jacks to move material within the plant.
• Install finished assemblies or subassemblies in cases and cabinets.
• Complete point-to-point wiring and install a wide variety of electronic components including PLCs, relays, lights, and switches.
• Adjust, repair, or replace electrical or electronic component parts to correct defects and ensure conformance to specifications.
• Work with minimal supervision once assignments are given and explained; ask questions to obtain sufficient instruction.
• Support prototype builds, new product introductions, and first-article inspections for new control panels and test programs.
• Maintain test equipment, fixtures, hand tools, and calibration schedules to keep systems audit-ready.
• Drive process improvements in panel assembly and test methods to increase throughput, reduce defects, and improve first-pass yield.
• Collaborate with engineering, quality, and production teams to resolve technical issues and support design-for-test initiatives.
• Support inventory control by verifying components, wire, terminals, and panel hardware against BOMs.
• Ensure compliance with workplace safety policies, lockout/tagout, and electrical safety practices (e.g., NFPA 70E awareness).
• Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities and reading technical publications.
• Work closely with the Assembly Lead Technician to improve and correct assembly times for proper manufacturing engineering documentation.
• Communicate any changes in procedure or assembly structure to engineering to ensure complete and correct engineering documentation.

Requirements

• Panel wiring and building experience with strong mechanical skills and aptitude.
• Experience reading and interpreting schematic drawings.
• Minimum 2–3 years of experience in the electrical wiring field.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Proficient in basic math skills.
• Good communication skills, motivation, and a positive attitude.
• Ability to work independently and within a continuous learning environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• IPC/WHMA-A-620 Certification.
• UL 508A panel shop experience or familiarity with UL panel build requirements.
• Experience with aerospace, automotive, medical, military, defense, or industrial control panel and harness applications.
• Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma experience.
• Familiarity with ERP and manufacturing/test data software systems.

Physical & Mental Requirements

• Ability to handle up to 50 pounds, with some assistance.
• Occasional standing, kneeling, or squatting.
• Repetitive hand movement required.
• Good eyesight and ability to distinguish colors.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)