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Overview
Employees are our greatest resource in working towards a bright future. It takes an exceptional team of Electrical Control Panel Builders working behind the scenes to help solve complex problems and build capacity for the future.
Smyth Industries is currently searching for an individual with Water Infrastructure Industry experience as an Electrical Control Panel Builder to help enhance our current team. We provide full-service electrical, civil, manufacturing, engineering and general contracting services for the water and reclamation industry.
The ideal candidate will foster teamwork and create a positive work environment in a fast-paced industry, while helping our Arizona clients engineer, rehabilitate, manufacture and construct water distribution and treatment infrastructure.
If you are looking for an organization who invests in their employees, has a culture of community and belonging that allows their people to be their best, and allows you to bring your authentic self to work while achieving purpose-driven work, then we need inspired people like you to join us in our pursuit of building the future.
About Us
Smyth Industries, Inc. has been serving the water and reclamation industry throughout Arizona and the Southwest since the company’s inception as Smyth Steel Manufacturing in 1980. We’ve grown from our steel tank fabrication and specialty manufacturing origins, into a full-service water and reclamation industry General Contractor specializing in end-to-end solutions including Storage Tanks, Pump and Water Wells, Pressure and Surge Vessels, Industrial Coatings, Electrical and Controls, and Engineering.
We're proud of what we build but we're even prouder of the people who build it.
Benefits
We offer competitive pay and a comprehensive benefit package that includes, 401K, Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay, Short and Long-Term Disability, Life insurance, and Monday-Thursday (4 days/10-hour days).
In your job, you will have the ability to make a difference in the water and reclamation industry by:
Scope: Under supervision, perform the assembly of electrical control panels, including measuring and cutting wires, assembling electrical components, installing components on backplanes, and repairing or replacing electrical components as needed. Ensure all work aligns with Smyth Industries' Policies and Procedures, adheres to safety standards, and reflects the company's core values.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Schematic Interpretation & Planning: Read and interpret electrical schematic drawings, diagrams, blueprints, specifications, work orders, or reports to determine materials requirements and assembly instructions. Panel Layout & Assembly: Complete layout and assembly of high/low voltage and control components and circuitry | Dimension and layout of back panels and enclosures | Routing and bundling of wire and cables neatly to meet wiring standards | Complete point-to-point wiring of motor starters/drives, relays, controls, interfaces, and instrumentation | Install components, units, subassemblies, wiring, assembly casings, using rivets, bolts, soldering, or other power tool-type equipment. Communication & Team Coordination: Communicate effectively with all team members, builders, electricians, client representatives, engineers, and project managers | Meet deadlines under pressure. Technical Knowledge & Compliance: Demonstrate an understanding of electrical loads, short circuit current rating (SCCR), and equipment specifications | Coordinate purchasing of electrical parts |Complete documentation of control panel build procedures | Contribute to QAQC testing and documentation of control panels and associated equipment. Customer & Field Support: Customer support for existing equipment, troubleshooting, upgrades, etc. | Perform field installation of control cabinets including terminating field wiring when needed | Perform other duties as assigned or as needed.
Minimum Qualifications: Up to 1 year of experience building electrical control panels/electrical experience | Read and interpret electrical schematic drawings, diagrams, blueprints, specifications, work orders, or reports to determine materials requirements or assembly instructions | Skilled in the use of measuring, diagnostic, and hand tools | Knowledgeable in NEC (National Electrical Code) UL Listings | Proficient in applying UL 508 standards | Proficient in Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) | Knowledgeable using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Teams, etc.) | Self-motivated, task-oriented, leader | Required to possess a valid driver's license and legally be able to operate a company vehicle | Required to pass a preemployment drug screening | Working knowledge of OSHA regulations | Must be able to physically perform all required duties which may include standing, walking, bending, lifting 50-pound objects, carrying 50-pound items, squatting, climbing ladders, working in confined spaces, working outdoors most of the time, exposure to weather, dust, equipment noise or standing for prolonged periods of time | Required to wear company supplied Personal Protective Equipment | The applicant should be comfortable working around industrial equipment.
Preferred Qualifications: 2+ years of experience building electrical control panels/electrical experience | UL 508A Certification: Industrial Control Panels | Strong knowledge in water reclamation and/or construction | Knowledgeable reading and connecting field wiring using ladder drawings | Knowledgeable using HART loop calibration and process meter simulation | Knowledgeable in troubleshooting with DMM, frequency generator, phase rotation meters, Megger, etc. equipment | Spanish speaking is a plus.
Competencies: Technical Knowledge & Skills: Read basic schematics, diagrams, and work orders | Perform point-to-point wiring and install components under supervision | Route and bundle wires neatly; use hand and basic power tools safely | Identify common electrical components. Quality & Compliance: Follow safety procedures (OSHA, UL508A) | Maintain accurate documentation and adhere to assembly/wiring standards. Communication & Teamwork: Communicate clearly with team members and supervisors | Follow instructions, seek clarification, and collaborate effectively. Problem Solving & Troubleshooting: Identify simple wiring or assembly errors | Escalate issues as needed and apply corrective actions | Demonstrate willingness to learn. Work Ethic & Professionalism: Complete tasks on time with attention to detail | Maintain organized workspaces and display a proactive, positive attitude.
Disclaimers: Duties may be modified at any time. Employment is at-will. Pre-employment drug screening is required. Smyth Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and providing reasonable accommodations under the ADA.
