Senior Panel Builder

Who We Are

At TRL Controls, we design and manufacture industrial electrical control and distribution panels for integration into our customers' equipment and production systems. We are committed to quality, safety, and craftsmanship as we continue to grow our manufacturing operations in Mesa, Arizona.

We are seeking an experienced Senior Panel Builder with extensive hands-on experience assembling and wiring industrial electrical control panels.

Position Summary

The Senior Panel Builder is a highly skilled, hands-on position responsible for building, wiring, testing, and troubleshooting industrial electrical control panels. This position requires a strong technical background, the ability to interpret complex electrical schematics, and the experience to independently complete panel builds with minimal supervision.

The ideal candidate will have 5–10 years of industrial control panel building experience, demonstrate exceptional workmanship, and consistently meet production and quality standards.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Independently assemble and wire industrial electrical control panels using electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and layout drawings.
• Perform panel layout, drilling, tapping, component mounting, wire routing, and point-to-point wiring.
• Install and wire PLCs, relays, contactors, circuit breakers, terminal blocks, power supplies, and other industrial control components.
• Read and interpret complex electrical schematics, blueprints, and Bills of Material (BOMs).
• Perform electrical inspections, continuity testing, and troubleshooting to identify and correct wiring or assembly issues.
• Ensure completed panels meet company quality standards, customer specifications, and applicable UL requirements.
• Identify and resolve technical issues during panel assembly.
• Complete assigned panel builds accurately and efficiently while meeting production deadlines.
• Assist less-experienced Panel Builders with technical questions and proper assembly techniques.
• Follow all safety procedures and maintain a clean, organized work area.

Qualifications Required

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum 5 years of hands-on industrial electrical control panel building experience; 5–10 years preferred.
• Advanced ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and panel layouts.
• Extensive experience with point-to-point wiring, component installation, and panel assembly.
• Strong knowledge of PLC-based control panels and industrial electrical components.
• Ability to independently build complex control panels from start to finish.
• Experience with electrical testing, troubleshooting, and identifying wiring errors.
• Proficiency with hand tools, power tools, and electrical measuring instruments.
• Strong attention to detail, quality workmanship, and safety.

Preferred

• Experience building custom industrial control panels.
• Familiarity with UL 508A and NEC requirements.
• Experience with industrial HVAC or chiller control panels.
• Experience mentoring or assisting less-experienced Panel Builders.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand, bend, kneel, reach, and walk throughout the workday.
• Strong manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination.
• Ability to safely use tools and required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

Why Join TRL Controls?

• Competitive compensation
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Holidays & Paid Time Off
• Career advancement opportunities
• Clean, climate-controlled manufacturing facility
• Opportunity to grow with an expanding manufacturing operation

Pay: $35.00 - $40.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person