Panel Builder III

Description

A CLX Panel Builder III is a highly skilled professional responsible for advanced assembly, wiring, and troubleshooting of electrical control panels. The position requires mastery in interpreting high-level electrical prints, applying UL508A standards, and ensuring exceptional quality in panel assembly. 

In addition to core responsibilities, the candidate must demonstrate advanced troubleshooting capabilities, can proactively mark up and suggest changes to electrical prints, and collaborate with design engineers to optimize designs. Candidates at this level are deeply aware of project timelines and budget demands to ensure that panel builds are executed correctly, on schedule, and ready for contributing to project success.

Requirements

Manufacturing Project Coordination

• Receive released drawing packages from Engineering and validate completeness before production begins
• Confirm Bill of Materials (BOM) accuracy and material availability
• Coordinate labor assignments with manufacturing leadership

Engineering Interface & Drawing Control

• Review panel drawings for manufacturability and clarity
• Identify missing information, specification conflicts, or unclear details
• Coordinate drawing revisions and redlines with Engineering and project teams
• Maintain controlled document distribution for manufacturing teams

Panel Assembly and Wiring

• Assemble electrical control panels with a thorough understanding of schematics, layout specifications, and UL508A standards.
• Coordinate inspections and quality checks throughout production.
• Wire panel devices with expert-level accuracy and proficiency, utilizing advanced wiring techniques and knowledge of wire colors and associated protections.
• Validate wiring standards and labeling standards.
• Perform complex tasks such as precise stripping, cutting, labeling, and terminating wires.
• Design and install brackets and components with a deep understanding of their functional and structural purpose.

Troubleshooting and Testing

• Conduct comprehensive functional testing of assembled panels to ensure operational integrity.
• Identify and resolve complex wiring or assembly issues independently.
• Proficiently mark up and revise electrical prints to reflect accurate designs, suggesting and implementing improvements.
• Prepare panels for Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and shipment.
• Collaborate with design engineers to refine panel designs, ensuring functionality and efficiency.
• Ensure final documentation packages are complete prior to delivery.

Tool Proficiency and Workplace Management

• Operate hand and power tools with advanced skill and precision for panel-building tasks.
• Maintain and enforce a clean, efficient, and safe workspace to support production efficiency and safety compliance.

Project Management Expertise

• Work within and contribute to the optimization of established timelines and budgets.
• Collaborate effectively with team members, supervisors, and engineers to ensure project quality and adherence to deadlines.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to less experienced team members, fostering skill development and productivity.
• Report weekly build progress and percent completion.
• Track build hours against estimated project hours

Adherence to Standards

• Consistently apply and enforce UL508A standards in panel construction, demonstrating a deep understanding of relevant electrical codes.
• Interpret and implement advanced equipment manuals to ensure proper installation and functionality of components.
• Ensure as-built documentation reflects final system configuration.

Required Skills and Qualifications

Technical Skills

• Advanced proficiency in interpreting, marking up, and optimizing electrical schematics, diagrams, and layout drawings.
• Expert-level understanding of electrical principles, wiring techniques, and protection practices.
• Ability to troubleshoot complex panels and provide innovative design feedback to engineers.

Experience

• 5+ years of experience in panel building.
• Proven ability to produce exceptional quality work while overseeing and improving the quality of others’ work.

Workplace Competencies

• Demonstrated ability to maintain a professional demeanor and an organized work environment.
• Adherence to and enforcement of safety protocols and procedures in all tasks performed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Good driving record and reliable transportation for work tasks.
• Capacity to pass drug screenings as required internally and by clients.

Physical Requirements:

• Perform tasks involving repetitive motions, bending, and standing for extended periods.
• Ability to lift and handle materials weighing up to 50 lbs. safely.

Additional Expectations:

• Exhibit meticulous attention to detail, ensuring the quality of work meets and exceeds organizational and client standards.
• Actively participate in and lead training and development opportunities to enhance skills and maintain knowledge of industry standards.
• Consistently suggest and implement improvements in designs and processes to drive continuous improvement in quality, efficiency, and innovation.
• On occasion, may be asked to travel to a client site