Control Panel Technician

Location Suwanee, United States Sector Manufacturing & Production Salary $52,000.00 to $60,000.00 per annum

We are seeking a skilled Automation Technician with strong expertise in electrical panel wiring and design.

Shift: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Monday - Fridays

Salary: $50, depending on experience

• Build, wire, and assemble industrial control panels, including mounting PLCs, power supplies, relays, terminal blocks, and low-voltage components.
• Perform point-to-point wiring of low-voltage control circuits (24
  
  VDC, 120
  
  VAC, analog signals, Ethernet, and communication cables).
• Install and terminate sensors, proximity switches, photo eyes, encoders, solenoids, and other field devices.
• Execute light PLC programming, modifications, and troubleshooting (primarily ladder logic) using Allen‑Bradley, Siemens, or equivalent platforms.
• Diagnose and repair electrical and control system issues on automated equipment to minimize downtime.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, panel layouts, and control drawings.
• Route and organize control wiring neatly according to industry standards and best practices.
• Perform preventive maintenance on control panels, PLCs, HMIs, and low-voltage automation components.
• Support the installation and commissioning of new automation equipment and system upgrades.
• Troubleshoot and maintain industrial networks (Ethernet/IP, Modbus, Profinet, etc.).
• Maintain accurate documentation of panel wiring, as-built drawings, PLC programs, and program backups.
• Ensure all work complies with electrical safety standards, NEC, NFPA 70E, and company safety policies.
• Assist with training operators and junior technicians on basic control system operations and troubleshooting.
• Participate in continuous improvement projects related to automation reliability and electrical system efficiency.

• Associate’s degree or technical diploma in Electrical Technology, Automation Technology, Mechatronics, or a related field.
• 3+ years of hands-on experience in industrial electrical control systems, panel building, and low-voltage wiring.
• Strong proficiency in electrical panel wiring, control panel assembly, and low-voltage terminations.
• Practical experience with PLC systems (Allen‑Bradley Studio 5000 / RSLogix or Siemens TIA Portal preferred).
• Solid understanding of low-voltage control circuits, relay logic, analog and digital I/O, and field devices.
• Ability to read and work from electrical schematics, panel layout drawings, and wiring diagrams.
• Familiarity with industrial communication protocols and networking for automation systems.
• Experience using multimeters, cable testers, and other electrical diagnostic tools.
• Strong attention to detail with excellent organizational skills for wiring and documentation.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.

• Experience building UL‑listed or CE‑rated control panels.
• Basic HMI configuration and troubleshooting.
• Knowledge of servo drives, VFDs, or motion control systems.
• Previous work in packaging, material handling, food processing, or light manufacturing environments.
• AutoCAD Electrical, Solid Works, or other CAD software.