Automation Control Panel Electrical Design Associate
Location: Spartanburg, SC
Department: Panel Shop Division
Reports To: Director – Panel Shop Division
Employment: Full-Time | On-site
Why this role
Build your career at the intersection of design precision and hands-on manufacturing. You’ll be mentored by senior engineers while contributing tangible work on industrial automation projects from drawing board to commissioning.
What you will do
Draft and update electrical control schematics, panel layouts, and wiring diagrams.
Produce accurate CAD drawings using AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN, or comparable tools.
Select PLCs, HMIs, sensors, relays, and power supplies that meet project requirements.
Create and maintain comprehensive Bills of Materials (BOMs).
Coordinate with mechanical, software, and manufacturing teams to align designs with build needs.
Design to industry standards (UL 508A, NFPA 70, IEC) and document compliance.
Participate in structured design reviews; action feedback promptly.
Support panel assembly, testing, commissioning, and troubleshooting activities.
What you bring
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field; or an Associate’s degree with relevant experience.
Hands-on familiarity with AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN, or SolidWorks Electrical.
Fundamental knowledge of industrial control systems and components.
Meticulous attention to detail with solid problem-solving skills.
Clear communicator who thrives in team settings.
Drive to learn, iterate, and grow within a collaborative environment.
Bonus qualifications
Internship/co-op experience in controls or automation.
Exposure to PLC/HMI systems and industrial networking (Ethernet/IP, Modbus).
Familiarity with safety and regulatory practices for control panel design.
Skill proficiency
PLC Troubleshooting Skills
CAD Software
PLC Programming Experience
EPLAN
IEC
NFPA 70
SolidWorks Electrical
UL 508A
Tools & platforms
CAD Software (AutoCAD, SolidWorks)
Programmable Logic Controller (PLC)
HMI
Growth you can expect
Direct mentorship from senior engineers in the Panel Shop Division.
Exposure to full project lifecycle—from concept and design to build and commissioning.
Opportunities to deepen expertise in industrial standards and best practices.
Ready to transform detailed drawings into dependable automation systems in Spartanburg? We’d like to meet you.