Electrical Panel Builder

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, machine drawings, and layout prints.
• Assemble, wire, and test industrial electrical control panels.
• Install and wire electrical components including circuit breakers, disconnects, contactors, relays, overloads, timers, transformers, power supplies, terminal blocks, PLC hardware, and variable frequency drives (VFDs).
• Perform point-to-point wiring of control panels and machine systems.
• Lay out electrical components within control panels according to design drawings and standards.
• Drill, tap, cut, and modify panel enclosures for component installation.
• Install and route conduit, wireways, cable trays, and electrical wiring on machinery and equipment.
• Operate fabrication and assembly tools including knockout punches, hole saws, jigsaws, drills, and other hand and power tools.
• Work with electrical systems ranging from 24VDC control circuits to 480VAC power distribution.
• Support machine wiring, final assembly, and electrical integration of custom equipment.
• Assist with machine power-up, validation, troubleshooting, and startup activities.
• Troubleshoot electrical control systems and wiring issues using electrical drawings and test equipment.
• Verify completed work meets quality standards and electrical specifications.
• Assist with equipment tear-down, preparation for shipment, and installation support when required.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Follow all company safety procedures and applicable electrical safety standards.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of electrical panel building, machine wiring, industrial electrical assembly, or related experience.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and mechanical drawings.
• Knowledge of industrial control components and electrical assembly practices.
• Familiarity with PLC hardware and industrial automation systems preferred.
• Pneumatic and hydraulic experience is a plus.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Technical Skills

• Electrical schematic interpretation
• Industrial control panel assembly
• Point-to-point wiring
• Electrical troubleshooting
• Conduit installation and wire routing
• Control components and power distribution
• Use of electrical test equipment
• Hand and power tool operation
• Basic computer skills

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds regularly.
• Ability to stand, bend, kneel, reach, and work in confined areas for extended periods.
• Ability to use hand and power tools safely and effectively.
• Ability to distinguish wire colors and electrical markings.

Work Environment

• Manufacturing and industrial shop environment.
• Exposure to electrical equipment, moving machinery, noise, and varying temperatures.
• Occasional travel may be required for installation or service support.
• Overtime and weekend work may be required to meet project schedules.

Preferred Experience

• Industrial machinery manufacturing.
• Custom automation equipment.
• PLC and HMI systems.
• Control panel fabrication and layout.
• Machine startup and commissioning.

Dallas Industries has been successfully nurturing innovation for generations, creating flexible press feeding and coil handling systems for over 50 years. During the initial years, Dallas produced state-of-the-art air feed equipment. Soon thereafter, began developing an innovative new technology servo driven press feed systems. Over time, the product line came to include a variety of coil straightening and handling equipment.

Today our products include both air feeds and servo feeds, pull-thru and powered straighteners, single and double end coil reels, load cars, coil cradles, threading tables, coil threading/restricting devices plus a host of other options. We design, manufacture, and service many innovative and flexible systems.