Motor Winder

Essential Function & Responsibilities

The responsibilities of a Motor Winder include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Interpretation of Electrical Winding Diagrams.
• Understand Winding Processes and Methodology and apply correct solutions on inspections & repairs.
• Work under strict Foreign Material Exclusion rules.
• Perform inspections and minor repair works of all type of motor windings.
• Perform Fault Finding on windings
• Assist with Diagnostic tests such as Iron Core Low Flux Tests, Electrical tests, Doppler Flow water Measurements
• Strip and Inspect motor Rotors, clean repair and rebuild.
• Strip and Inspect Motor Stators, clean repair and rebuild
• Strip and Inspect Generator Exciters, clean repair and rebuild
• Rewind Motor Stators.
• Rewind Motor Rotors. (slip ring rotor / armature rotor)

Minimum Qualifications:

Minimum of high school diploma or GED /Associates or higher in Electrical Engineering preferred.

Minimum Experience:

Minimum of five (5) years experience in the power generation industry specifically working as a Motor Winder

Recognized Time served Apprenticeship in Armature Winding of Heavy electrical machines

Extensive knowledge of Brazing Techniques

Basic knowledge of Electrical Testing

Extensive travel to and from projects and various field assignments will be required.

Skills:

Demonstrates individual & team skills.

Experience and training in Alstom, GE, Siemens, or other OEM equipment is preferred

Fluent in English language.

Strong organizational skills

Strong oral and written communication skills

Basic knowledge in mechanical disassembly and reassembly

Able to complete all tasks associated with the position with minimum to no supervision. This includes coil installation, side packing, wedging, tying, brazing, and taping.

Able to understand blueprints, schematic drawings, and written procedures

Able to use precision measuring instruments