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Valar Atomics

Control Panel Builder

Salary$25 – $30 per project
LocationTorrance, California, United States
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SeniorityEntry
Experience1+ yrs
DepartmentInstrumentation & Controls
EquityIncluded
Company size501–1,000 people
First seenOct 10, 2026 · 1d ago
Verified live1d ago
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
Must have12
1+ years of experience building, wiring, or assembling industrial control panels; 3+ years preferred
Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and panel layout drawings
Experience cutting, stripping, crimping, labeling, routing, and terminating wires
Experience with DIN rail components, terminal blocks, relays, contactors, power supplies, circuit breakers, and VFDs
Proficient with hand tools and shop tools, including wire strippers, crimpers, torque tools, drills, label printers/engravers, and multimeters
Ability to perform basic continuity checks and point-to-point wiring verification
Ability to follow BOMs, drawings, work instructions, and quality checklists
Knowledge of basic electrical safety practices, PPE requirements, and LOTO procedures
Strong attention to detail, cleanliness, organization, and workmanship quality
Ability to communicate missing parts, drawing discrepancies, or build issues to engineering or supervision
Ability to work independently or as part of a team in a shop/lab environment
Ability to lift to 50 lbs. and work on the shop floor for extended periods
Nice to have8
Familiarity with UL 508A requirements, NEC, and industrial control panel standards
Experience with PLC systems such as Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or similar platforms
Experience with PLC I/O wiring, analog/digital signals, instrumentation, or 4–20 mA loops
Panel testing, troubleshooting, or quality inspection experience
Experience supporting redlines, as-built markups, or engineering change implementation
Forklift, scissor lift, or aerial lift certification
Field service experience
Electrical certification, electrician training, trade school, or formal technical education
Eligibility1
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States as a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident (green card holder)
Skills
PLC
Allen-Bradley
Siemens
VFD
multimeter
Benefits
Health insurance
Equity
Free meals
Stipend
About Valar Atomics
At Valar Atomics, we’re redefining what’s possible in energy. Our mission is to make clean, high-temperature nuclear power scalable—unlocking abundant energy for industry, hydrogen, and next-generation manufacturing. We are a team of builders, engineers, and operators who believe nuclear energy should be fast to deploy, factory-made, and built for the real world. Our first pilot plant in Orangeville, Utah will demonstrate how advanced nuclear systems and fuel fabrication can power the future. Joining Valar Atomics means becoming part of a company where autonomy, ownership, and impact exist at every level.
The Team
As part of the Engineering organization, Instrumentations & Controls designs the systems that monitor, automate, and protect Valar’s facilities and reactor technologies. The team develops reliable control architectures that enable safe and efficient operations.
The Role
The Control Panel Builder is responsible for assembling, wiring, and finishing industrial control panels according to electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and applicable codes and standards. This role requires attention to detail, adherence to safety and quality standards, and the ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Key Responsibilities
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and panel layout drawings
• Use hand tools, power tools, crimpers, torque tools, label printers/engravers, and multimeters safely and properly
• Mechanically assemble control panel enclosures, backplates, DIN rail components, wire duct, and other various devices
• Wire control panels including:
o Power distribution (single-phase & three-phase)
o Control circuits
o PLC I/O wiring
o VFDs, motor starters, relays, contactors, terminal blocks, and power
supplies
• Cut, strip, crimp, label, and route wires per drawing and workmanship standards
• Apply wire labels, terminal labels, and device tags per project documentation
• Verify parts and materials against the BOM, drawings, and project documentation
prior to installation
• Identify and report incorrect, damaged, missing, or substitute components
• Torque electrical terminations to specified values and document as required
• Perform continuity checks and basic electrical verification prior to testing
• Maintain cleanliness, organization, and workmanship standards inside enclosures
• Build panels in accordance with applicable UL 508A, NEC, project specifications, and company quality procedures
• Communicate issues, discrepancies, or missing information to engineering or supervision
• Support panel testing and troubleshooting as needed
• Support rework, modifications, and engineering change implementation as needed
• Comply with safety policies, PPE requirements, and LOTO procedures
You Will Be Successful in This Role If
• Take pride in clean, organized, and consistent panel workmanship
• Can read electrical drawings carefully and build according to the approved documentation
• Pay close attention to wire labels, terminal numbers, device tags, and routing details
• Communicate clearly when drawings, parts, or instructions do not match the actual build
• Are comfortable working hands-on in a shop, lab, or field environment
• Follow safety requirements, PPE expectations, and LOTO procedures without shortcuts
• Stay organized, keep your work area clean, and maintain accurate build documentation
• Are willing to learn company standards, I&C systems, panel testing, and field support practices
• Have a quality-first mindset and check your own work before handing it off for testing or inspection
Basical Qualifications
• 1+ years of experience building, wiring, or assembling industrial control panels; 3+ years preferred
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and panel layout drawings
• Experience cutting, stripping, crimping, labeling, routing, and terminating wires
• Experience with DIN rail components, terminal blocks, relays, contactors, power supplies, circuit breakers, and VFDs
• Proficient with hand tools and shop tools, including wire strippers, crimpers, torque tools, drills, label printers/engravers, and multimeters
• Ability to perform basic continuity checks and point-to-point wiring verification
• Ability to follow BOMs, drawings, work instructions, and quality checklists
• Knowledge of basic electrical safety practices, PPE requirements, and LOTO procedures
• Strong attention to detail, cleanliness, organization, and workmanship quality
• Ability to communicate missing parts, drawing discrepancies, or build issues to engineering or supervision
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team in a shop/lab environment
• Ability to lift to 50 lbs. and work on the shop floor for extended periods
Preferred Skills and Experience
• Familiarity with UL 508A requirements, NEC, and industrial control panel standards
• Experience with PLC systems such as Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or similar platforms
• Experience with PLC I/O wiring, analog/digital signals, instrumentation, or 4–20 mA loops
• Panel testing, troubleshooting, or quality inspection experience
• Experience supporting redlines, as-built markups, or engineering change implementation
• Forklift, scissor lift, or aerial lift certification
• Field service experience
• Electrical certification, electrician training, trade school, or formal technical
What We Offer
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Competitive base salary
•
Equity ownership in a rapidly growing advanced energy company
•
Comprehensive medical benefits
•
Free daily lunch and dinner provided onsite
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Generous PPE stipend
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High-impact startup environment with significant ownership and autonomy
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Opportunities for rapid career growth and internal advancement
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Direct collaboration with experienced operators, engineers, and industry leaders
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The opportunity to help build and scale transformative energy technology from the ground up
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Valar Atomics is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.
We are committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination and harassment and will provide reasonable accommodation as required by law.
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States as a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident (green card holder).
Salary
$25—$30 USD
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