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Prime Controls

Senior Panel Designer

Metairie, LA · On-site

$94K - $100K/yr

Overview Job Overview As a Panel Designer, you will play a crucial role assisting most aspects of panel design projects by producing panel drawing documentation for production and customers. A ...

Prime Controls

Senior Panel Designer

Metairie, LA

$94K - $100K/yr

Overview Job Overview As a Panel Designer, you will play a crucial role assisting most aspects of panel design projects by producing panel drawing documentation for production and customers. A ...

JARBO

AutoCAD Electrical Designer

Kansas City, MO

$25 - $45/hr

Support panel fabrication teams by producing clear, organized, build-ready drawings and responding ... Experience designing industrial control panels for manufacturing, process automation, pumping ...

JARBO

AutoCAD Electrical Designer

Kansas City, MO · On-site

$25 - $45/hr

Support panel fabrication teams by producing clear, organized, build-ready drawings and responding ... Experience designing industrial control panels for manufacturing, process automation, pumping ...

JARBO

AutoCAD Electrical Designer

Kansas City, MO · On-site

Support panel fabrication teams by producing clear, organized, build-ready drawings and responding ... Experience designing industrial control panels for manufacturing, process automation, pumping ...

Apple

Panel Design Engineer

Cupertino, CA · On-site

The TFT panel design team is responsible for delivering the advanced TFT panel designs and technologies to enable the world's best display performance in Apple products. Individual will serve as a ...

Apple

Panel Design Engineer

Cupertino, CA

$150K - $277K/yr

The TFT panel design team is responsible for delivering the advanced TFT panel designs and technologies to enable the world's best display performance in Apple products. Individual will serve as a ...

VaCom

Panel Shop Fabricator

La Verne, CA · On-site

$24 - $26/hr

Panel layouts match the panel designs. * Verification of wiring diagrams as well as components being utilized. * Update Drawings from Fabrication modifications and return to engineering. * Minimize ...

GrayMatter

Panel Shop Designer

Kansas City, MO · On-site

We are seeking a Panel Shop Supervisor / Designer to lead our design and fabrication team while supporting the design, assembly, and delivery of electrical control panels and related control ...

Apple

TFT Panel Design Engineer

Cupertino, CA · On-site

$123K - $169K/yr

The TFT panel design team is responsible for delivering the advanced TFT panel designs and technologies to enable the world's best display performance in Apple Products. Individual will serve as a ...

Apple

Display Panel Design Engineer

Cupertino, CA · On-site

The display panel design team is responsible for delivering the advanced panel circuits, designs and technologies to enable the world's best display performance in Apple products. Individual will ...

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How much do panel designer jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for panel designer in the United States is $23.71, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.71 and $24.04 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Panel Designer position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Panel Designer, you need a strong background in electrical engineering, drafting, and schematic interpretation, often supported by a relevant degree or technical certification. Familiarity with CAD software (such as AutoCAD or EPLAN), industry standards, and electrical panel design tools is essential. Attention to detail, effective communication, and strong problem-solving abilities are critical soft skills for success in this role. These competencies ensure the safe, efficient, and compliant design of electrical panels, contributing to successful project outcomes.

What are some typical daily responsibilities of a Panel Designer?

As a Panel Designer, your daily tasks will typically include creating detailed electrical panel layouts and wiring diagrams, developing bills of materials, and ensuring all designs meet industry safety standards and client specifications. You will regularly collaborate with engineers, project managers, and manufacturing teams to address technical questions and resolve design challenges. Reviewing customer requirements, updating documentation, and occasionally visiting job sites for field verification are also common parts of the role. This hands-on, detail-oriented work ensures that electrical systems are reliable, efficient, and ready for installation.

What is a Panel Designer job?

A Panel Designer is responsible for creating electrical or control panels used in industrial and commercial applications. They develop detailed schematics, select appropriate components, and ensure compliance with industry standards. The role involves working with engineers and clients to design efficient and cost-effective panel layouts. Panel Designers typically use CAD software to produce drawings and documentation for manufacturing and installation.

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Senior Panel Designer

Senior Panel Designer

Prime Controls

Metairie, LA • On-site

$94K - $100K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 7 days ago

Job description

About Prime
Introducing Prime Controls, L.P.
Established in 2004, Prime Controls, L.P. is a family-owned Systems Integration and I&C Construction firm dedicated to meeting clients' industrial automation and control requirements. As a Main Automation Contractor, we offer comprehensive solutions, supported by our size, expertise, and extensive experience. With a professional team of 1000+ employees, Prime Controls serves customers nationwide from our Dallas, Texas headquarters and offices throughout the United States. Our mission is to deliver the highest quality professional services while prioritizing our employees' well-being and fostering an exceptional workplace environment.
Overview
Job Overview
As a Panel Designer, you will play a crucial role assisting most aspects of panel design projects by producing panel drawing documentation for production and customers.
A Typical Day at Prime Controls
  • Reads and interprets customer diagrams and documentation and communicates with project team to understand objectives and preferences.
  • Confer with engineering staff, manufacturing staff and other personnel to resolve problems.
  • Provides guidance and assistance to other designers and drafters.
  • Provides guidance and assistance to production on all aspects of the panel design.
  • Selects Parts and interpret vendor cut sheets to determine functionality of components.
  • Uses AutoCAD/AutoCAD Electrical to create and update CAD drawings.
  • Develops panel layout and detail drawings.
  • Develops PLC module and electrical drawings.
  • Performs panel power and heat calculations.
  • Performs updates to panel layout and detail drawings based on markups in accordance with company and customer standards.
  • Performs updates to PLC module and electrical drawings based on markups in accordance with company and customer standards.
  • Performs self and peer review checks of panel drawings.

What You Will Bring
The Basic
  • 2-year technical associate degree
  • 10-12 years' experience as a design drafter
  • Proficiency in AutoCad
  • Proficiency with MS Office Applications (Word, Excel)
  • Must be capable of reading customer architectural and mechanical plans
  • Must have working knowledge of drafting fundamentals including orthographic views, standard dimensioning practices, scaling plus English and metric units of measure
  • Must be capable of reading and understanding customer requirements in the form of quotations and specifications

The Preferred
  • 10 years' experience as a design drafter

Benefits
What We Offer:
Full-time employees enjoy a great benefits package including, but not limited to:
  • Health, Dental, and Vision coverage
  • Flexible Spending Account(s)
  • Generous PTO
  • Numerous culture events
  • ESOP
  • 401k matching and more!

Work Environment & Physical Demands (Text Only)
Physical requirements and work environment expectations vary by position. Generally, roles at Prime Controls may involve moderate noise, occasional exposure to outdoor weather conditions, and, depending on the role, work at heights or around airborne particles and electrical components. Physical activities may include standing, walking, sitting, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling, as well as the use of hands, arms, and voice communication. Some roles may require lifting and/or moving up to 50 pounds. Vision requirements may include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
EEO
Prime Controls is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action/Veteran/Disabled employer.
As a federal contractor, Prime Controls is required to participate in the federal government's E-Verify program, which confirms employment authorization of all newly hired employees and most existing employees through an electronic database maintained by the Social Security Administration and Department of Homeland Security. For new hires, the E-Verify process is completed in conjunction with the Form I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification on or before the first day of work. E-Verify is not used as a tool to pre-screen candidates.

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