Automation Control Panel Electrical Design Associate

Automation Control Panel Electrical Design Associate 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.