We are seeking a Control Panel Technician to assemble, install, and test industrial control systems from start to finish. This role will involve building and wiring control panels, installing sensors, and ensuring complete functionality of equipment prior to deployment. The ideal candidate is mechanically inclined, detail-oriented, and eager to work with advanced automation and control technologies in a dynamic production environment.
Position Responsibilities
Panel Assembly
- Modify enclosures to include cutouts for panel-mounted devices
- Drill and tap backplanes per drawings and specifications
- Assemble low-voltage control panels including installation of relays, circuit breakers, HMIs, plugs, switches, solenoids, wire ways, din rails, terminal blocks, and grounding points
Installation & Integration
- Mount and install electrical components to machines
- Install sensors and wiring based on schematics and work orders
- Support system deployment and integration with production equipment
Quality Control & Testing
- Conduct continuity, insulation resistance, dielectric strength, and operational tests on assemblies and components
- Verify system functionality after power-on and troubleshoot as needed
- Document and record results in accordance with testing procedures
Technical Support
- Read and interpret work orders, blueprints, and electrical schematics
- Troubleshoot control systems, fans, pumps, valves, instrumentation, and PLC-controlled systems
- Collaborate with engineering and production teams to improve system performance
Prerequisites
- Ability to read and interpret wiring diagrams and piping schematics
- Solid understanding of electrical fundamentals (AC vs DC voltage, overcurrent protection devices, wire sizing)
- Mechanically inclined with experience in light sheet metal modifications
- Experience troubleshooting control systems, instrumentation, and PLC systems
- Strong attention to detail, adaptability, and willingness to learn
Certifications (Preferred, but not Required)
- Experience in a UL 508A panel shop or with industrial control panels
- J-STD-001, IPC/WHMA-A-620, or UL698A certifications
- Familiarity with AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN, or similar design software
- Experience with Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) or Site Acceptance Testing (SAT)
- Ability to load PLC programs for functional testing
What the Role Offers
- Salary Range: $85,000 – $100,000
- Opportunity to work hands-on with advanced automation and control systems
- A dynamic environment with exposure to system commissioning and testing
- Professional growth through involvement in cutting-edge industrial projects
- Collaborative culture that values technical expertise and innovation
Why Langhorne?
Langhorne offers a strategic location with access to key industrial and manufacturing markets while maintaining a strong community-oriented atmosphere. With its blend of professional opportunities, accessibility to metropolitan areas, and a supportive environment for skilled trades, Langhorne provides an excellent setting for professionals to grow their careers in automation and control technology.