Control Systems Fabricator

ogent, Inc. is seeking a Control Systems Fabricator to join our team in Kansas City. The Control Systems Fabricator is responsible for the hands-on assembly, wiring, and support of industrial control panels based on approved electrical schematics and standards. This role works closely with Control Systems Engineers, project managers, and field service teams to ensure control panels are built accurately, safely, and to Cogent’s quality expectations.

You’ll apply your electrical and controls fabrication skills to support municipal and industrial automation projects, playing a critical role in delivering reliable, high-quality control systems that help our customers operate safely and efficiently.

• Fabricate and wire industrial control panels according to electrical schematics, layout drawings, and bill of materials

• Install and wire PLC hardware, HMIs, VFDs, power supplies, relays, terminal blocks, and field termination points

• Perform point-to-point wiring, labeling, and verification against schematics

• Support panel checkout and testing activities, including continuity checks and basic functional verification

• Identify wiring issues, component discrepancies, or drawing conflicts and communicate findings to Engineering

• Maintain clean, organized, and professional panel builds that meet Cogent quality and safety standards

• Assist with panel modifications, retrofits, and rework as needed

• Follow all electrical safety procedures and shop practices

Work Environment/Travel Expectations
This position is primarily shop-based, supporting panel fabrication activities. Occasional interaction with engineering and field teams may be required. Limited travel may occur for panel delivery support or coordination, but regular field commissioning is not required.

Minimum Qualifications

• Technical degree, trade school certification, or equivalent hands-on experience in electrical or controls fabrication

• Experience wiring industrial control panels or electrical assemblies

• Ability to read and follow electrical schematics and wiring diagrams

• Experience working with 120VAC, 480VAC, and 24VDC control circuits

• Familiarity with industrial control components (PLCs, VFDs, relays, terminal blocks)

• Strong attention to detail and pride in workmanship

• Ability to work independently from drawings with minimal supervision

• Excellent communication, time management, and interpersonal skills.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel as project needs require.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Allen-Bradley control hardware (ControlLogix, CompactLogix, PowerFlex)

• Exposure to UL 508A panel shop practices and wiring standards

• Familiarity with AutoCAD Electrical schematics

• Experience supporting panel checkout or factory acceptance testing (FAT)

• Interest in growing into Lead Fabricator or Controls Hardware roles

• Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects with shifting priorities.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.

Why Work with Us?

Cogent is a growing organization with a long-term focus on delivering engineered solutions, equipment sales, repair services, installation, and proactive system support. We are driven by a mission to minimize customer downtime, improve system efficiency, and deliver the best long-term value.

At Cogent, you’re not just an employee—you’re an owner. Our employee stock ownership plan (ESOP) empowers every team member to think and act like a business partner. Your contributions matter here.

We Offer

• Employee Ownership (ESOP) – Share in our success
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Profit-Sharing Bonuses
• Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance
• Generous PTO, Paid Holidays & Volunteer Time Off
• Career Development & Advancement Opportunities
• A Collaborative Culture that Values Innovation and Accountability

Join Us

At Cogent, we believe great control systems start with great execution. If you take pride in hands-on electrical work and want to be part of a team delivering high-quality automation solutions, we’d love to hear from you!

Apply today and help us build something exceptional — together!