Job Description

Hydraulic Controls, Inc. is a premier fluid power distributor with territories throughout the Western United States. Our Employee-Owners, along with our quality suppliers, have built our 58-year-strong reputation on ethical business practices, value-added customer service, and local inventory. 

 SUMMARY: Designs, assembles, tests, and troubleshoots UL508A-compliant electrical control panels.  Works across disciplines, particularly with hydraulic systems and industrial automation.

 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Design and build UL-compliant electrical control panels for hydraulic power units and other industrial systems.
• Integrate components such as soft starts, VFDs, relays, breakers, and contactors.
• Develop and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and panel layouts (AutoCAD or similar tools).
• Select and source components that meet project and compliance requirements.
• Assemble, wire, and troubleshoot electrical panels on-site.
• Ensure compliance with UL508A, NEC, and other relevant codes and standards.
• Collaborate with mechanical/hydraulic engineers and technicians on integrated system builds.
• Assist with testing, startup, and commissioning both in-house and occasionally in the field.
• Take initiative on various tasks in a small, team-oriented shop environment.
• Interacts and collaborates effectively with internal and external team members to ensure needs of the company are met.
• Interfaces with outside vendors as required.
• Upholds Hydraulic Controls quality procedures and processes.
• Travel occasionally.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by management.

 QUALIFICATIONS: 

      Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent hands-on experience.
• 3+ years of experience building and designing UL electrical panels, ideally for industrial applications.
• Strong knowledge of motor controls, soft starters, and VFDs.
• Familiarity with UL508A, and NEC.
• Ability to read, interpret, and create detailed electrical schematics.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD Electrical, or similar CAD tools.
• Strong troubleshooting skills and mechanical/electrical aptitude.
• Must be willing to be flexible and contribute to different aspects of the business.
• Ability to read and understand work instructions, schematics, drawings, and technical documentation.

  Preferred:

• Experience with hydraulic systems or integration of electrical controls with hydraulic machinery.
• Familiarity with PLCs and basic automation controls.
• UL508A Panel Shop certification experience.
• Experience with field commissioning, technical support, or customer service.

 COMPETENCIES: 

• Design - Generates creative solutions; Translates concepts and information into images; Uses feedback to modify designs; Applies design principles; Demonstrates attention to detail.
• Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
• Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.
• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
• Innovation - Displays original thinking and creativity; Meets challenges with resourcefulness; Generates suggestions for improving work; Develops innovative approaches and ideas; Presents ideas and information in a manner that gets others' attention.
• Project Management - Develops project plans; Coordinates projects; Communicates changes and progress; Completes projects on time and budget; Manages project team activities.
• Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.
• Technical Skills - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others.

 PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Frequently required to stand, walk, sit.
• Frequently required to utilize hand and finger dexterity.
• Occasionally required to climb, balance, bend, stoop, kneel or crawl.
• Frequently required to talk or hear.
• Occasionally works near moving mechanical parts.
• Occasionally works in high, precarious places. 
• Occasionally works around fumes, airborne particles, or toxic chemicals. 
• Occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions. 
• While performing the duties of this job, the noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision; distance vision; color vision; peripheral vision; depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

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 The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.