Panel Builder
Company: Aegis Manufacturing & Engineering
Location: Carol Stream
Posted on: February 15, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Job description Panel Builder
(Contract-to-Hire) Location: West Chicagoland Area Schedule:
Monday–Friday | 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM Pay Rate: $20–$25/hour Employment
Type: Contract-to-Hire (6 months) Start Date: Early February About
the Role We’re partnered with a well-established, family-owned
industrial equipment manufacturer that specializes in rebuilding
and customizing packaging machinery. Due to continued growth,
they’re adding a Panel Builder to their shop team supporting rental
packaging machines. This is a hands-on role ideal for someone early
in their electrical career who wants steady work, a strong team
environment, and long-term growth potential. What You’ll Be Doing
Build and wire electrical control panels for packaging machinery
Mount electrical components such as terminal blocks, relays, power
supplies, and drives Cut, strip, label, and route wire per
electrical schematics and marked-up prints Perform basic continuity
checks and assist with panel checkout Modify or rework existing
panels as needed Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area
Required Experience 1 years of panel wiring, electrical assembly,
or industrial electrical experience Ability to read and interpret
electrical schematics Hands-on wiring and basic troubleshooting
experience High School Diploma or GED Nice to Have Familiarity with
electrical components, wiring, and circuitry Knowledge of NEC, UL,
or other electrical/safety standards Experience with packaging
machinery or OEM equipment builds Experience with panel retrofits
or upgrades What They’re Looking For Reliable and punctual — shows
up ready to work Strong work ethic and attention to detail Someone
who wants to learn, improve, and grow long-term Team-oriented
attitude with a no-nonsense approach to the job Interview Process
One on-site interview with the Shop Manager Why This Opportunity
Stable, growing company with long-term work Fun, open, family-style
shop culture Modern facility with unique perks Competitive pay with
raises based on performance No travel required If you’re looking
for a hands-on electrical role with solid pay, real growth
potential, and a team that values hard work and reliability, this
is worth a look.
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