Job Title: Electrical Assembly Technician

Job Description

The Electrical Assembly Technician builds, wires, tests, and troubleshoots marine-grade power distribution units and electrical control panels used in vessels and offshore systems. This role ensures that all assemblies comply with marine electrical standards, classification society requirements, and internal quality specifications while working with a variety of low-, medium-, and high-voltage configurations.

Responsibilities

• Assemble electrical panels, power distribution units, and control cabinets according to engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, and schematics.
• Build, wire, and test marine-grade power distribution units and electrical control panels for use in vessels and offshore systems.
• Route, terminate, and label wiring harnesses, cables, and components in accordance with marine electrical standards.
• Install breakers, contactors, relays, busbars, terminal blocks, meters, and protective devices within electrical panels and switchboards.
• Perform crimping, soldering, ferruling, and cable dressing to professional marine-grade standards.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, single-line diagrams, bills of materials (BOMs), and layout drawings to ensure accurate assembly.
• Identify component specifications and verify correct installation according to design and engineering requirements.
• Build and configure 60 Hz, 400 Hz, and DC power panels in alignment with applicable technical specifications and standards.
• Assist in the assembly of 450 V low-voltage switchboards and load centers, as well as 4160 V medium-voltage shock-isolated switchboards with protective relaying and SCADA systems.
• Support the assembly of high-capacity DC switchboards up to 900 VDC at 6000 A, following defined performance requirements.
• Troubleshoot wiring, components, and panel assemblies to resolve issues discovered during testing or inspection.
• Provide feedback to engineering teams on design improvements and manufacturability enhancements based on hands-on assembly experience.
• Participate in weld tests such as standard joint uphill plate tests, 3G bi-metal tests, and D1.1 standard aluminum plate tests when required to support production quality.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in electrical assembly of panels, power distribution units, and control cabinets.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, single-line diagrams, and layout drawings.
• Hands-on experience with panel wiring, electrical wiring, and wire assembly in a production or manufacturing environment.
• Skilled in using hand tools and power tools for electrical and mechanical assembly tasks.
• Experience with crimping, soldering, ferruling, and cable dressing to a professional standard.
• Capability to install breakers, contactors, relays, busbars, terminal blocks, meters, and protective devices.
• Strong troubleshooting skills for electrical assemblies, wiring issues, and component-level problems.
• Mechanical assembly skills to support integration of electrical components into enclosures and structures.
• Ability to work with marine electrical standards and requirements for naval or offshore systems.
• Competence in reading and applying bills of materials (BOMs) during assembly.
• Familiarity with switchboards and load centers designed and qualified to applicable technical performance requirements.
• Ability to perform or support weld tests such as standard joint uphill plate tests, 3G bi-metal tests, and D1.1 standard aluminum plate tests as part of quality processes.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with naval or Department of Defense (DoD) systems and specifications.
• Experience in assembling ruggedized, shock-isolated switchboards and load centers.
• Exposure to protective relaying and SCADA systems for medium-voltage applications.
• Experience working with 60 Hz, 400 Hz, and DC power panels in industrial or marine environments.
• Familiarity with high-capacity DC switchboards up to 900 VDC at 6000 A.
• Knowledge of marine-grade standards for wiring, labeling, and cable management.
• Ability to collaborate with engineering teams and provide constructive feedback on design and manufacturability.
• Comfort working with both electrical and mechanical documentation, including technical specifications and performance requirements.

Why Work Here?

You gain access to a comprehensive benefits package that supports your health, financial security, and overall well-being. Depending on your eligibility and employment classification, you may receive medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with critical illness, accident, and hospital plans. You can plan for the future through a 401(k) retirement plan with both pre-tax and post-tax contribution options. Additional benefits may include voluntary life and AD&D insurance for you and your dependents, short- and long-term disability coverage, a Health Spending Account, and transportation benefits. You also have access to an Employee Assistance Program and may be eligible for paid time off, vacation, or sick leave, helping you maintain a healthy work-life balance.

Work Environment

The role follows a structured daytime schedule, typically working Monday through Thursday from 6:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. and every other Friday from 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. You work in a production and assembly environment focused on marine-grade electrical equipment, including low-, medium-, and high-voltage panels and switchboards. The work involves frequent use of hand tools and power tools, as well as handling wiring, harnesses, and mechanical components. You collaborate closely with engineering and production teams in a setting that emphasizes adherence to technical specifications, electrical standards, and quality requirements.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Tulsa, OK.

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $25.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Tulsa,OK.

This position is anticipated to close on May 25, 2026.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
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