UL508A Panel Shop Manager

Pay: $30.00 - $40.00 per hour

Job description:

NextGen Industries is seeking a qualified professional to support and strengthen our UL listed control panel operations. This role is intended for an individual with direct experience in a UL-listed panel shop environment and a strong understanding of industrial control panel design, compliance, documentation, and production support.

An degree in Electrical Engineering is preferred, but not required. Equivalent practical experience in the UL panel shop / industrial controls environment will be strongly considered.

This position will support panel shop operations through a combination of UL compliance oversight, design review, technical support, quality control, and production coordination.

Primary ResponsibilitiesUL Compliance / Technical Oversight

• Support and maintain compliance with UL508A and, where applicable, UL698
• Maintain panel shop standards, documentation, and inspection readiness
• Review panel designs for UL compliance, constructability, and quality
• Assist with SCCR determination, component selection, labeling, and required documentation
• Ensure proper use of UL Recognized / Listed components
• Support interpretation and application of UL, NEC, and industrial control panel standards

Design / Engineering Support of:

• Electrical schematics
• Panel layouts
• Power distribution drawings
• I/O drawings
• Wiring diagrams
• Bills of material
• Nameplate / labeling packages
• Support panel designs for industrial automation, oil & gas, water / wastewater, and remote instrumentation applications
• Improve design consistency and reduce engineering-to-production rework

Shop / Production / Quality Support

• Support panel technicians and shop personnel during production builds
• Resolve design, constructability, and field-fit issues
• Improve standard work, QC checklists, and panel release processes
• Support final inspections, FAT preparation, and quality documentation
• Assist in improving panel build efficiency, consistency, and quality

Preferred QualificationsRequired / Strongly Preferred

• Experience in or supporting a UL Listed Panel Shop
• Strong working knowledge of UL508A
• Familiarity with industrial control panel design and fabrication
• Ability to read and interpret:
• Electrical schematics
• One-lines
• Control drawings
• Loop drawings
• Panel layouts
• Practical knowledge of:
• Circuit protection
• Relays/contactors
• PLC-based systems
• VFDs
• Terminal and power distribution design

Highly Preferred

• Experience with UL698 and/or Class I, Division 2 panel requirements
• Experience with AutoCAD Electrical
• Experience with Rockwell / Allen-Bradley and industrial automation systems
• Experience in oil & gas, water, industrial automation, and OEM equipment
• Experience with panel shop QA/QC systems
• Familiarity with UL inspections and listing requirements
• Understanding of SCCR calculations and component coordination

Education / Background

One or more of the following is preferred:

• Electrical Engineering degree
• Engineering Technology degree
• Journeyman / Master Electrician with strong panel shop experience
• Equivalent experience in a UL listed industrial control panel environment

Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate will:

• Understand the operational requirements of a UL panel shop
• Identify design and compliance issues before release to production
• Bridge the gap between engineering, drafting, compliance, QC, and fabrication
• Bring structure, consistency, and technical discipline to a growing panel operation

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Panel Shop: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• UL MTR Certification (Preferred)
• Work Location: In person