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Electric Motor Winder

Houston, TX • On-site

Openwork
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$25 - $40/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 4 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Remove and document existing motor windings, collect winding data, and prepare cores for rewinding.

  • Wind, install, and connect coils according to winding diagrams, and perform insulation system repairs.

  • Perform electrical testing such as Megger, Surge comparison, Resistance, Hi-Pot, and Polarization Index tests, and maintain winding records.

Job description

Our Deer Park office is working alongside a Motor Repair shop in Houston to add a Electric Motor Winder/Motor Rewind Technician.
The Electric Motor Winder is responsible for the repair, rewinding, rebuilding, and testing of AC and DC electric motors, generators, and related rotating electrical equipment. The technician removes damaged windings, records winding data, rewinds stators and rotors, performs insulation system repairs, and conducts electrical testing in accordance with industry standards and customer specifications.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities Winding and Rewinding
  • Remove and document existing motor windings.
  • Collect winding data including: Coil pitch, Turns per coil, Wire size, Connection diagrams, and Number of circuits.
  • Burn out stators using controlled burnout procedures.
  • Prepare cores for rewinding and repair insulation damage.
  • Manufacture and install replacement coils.
  • Wind random-wound and form-coil stators.
  • Install slot insulation, phase insulation, wedges, and blocking materials.
  • Connect and lace coils according to winding diagrams.
  • Perform brazing, soldering, and electrical connections.
VPI and Insulation Processing
  • Prepare windings for varnish treatment.
  • Operate dip-and-bake or VPI systems.
  • Monitor curing cycles and insulation processing.
  • Inspect completed insulation systems for quality and compliance.
Testing and Inspection
  • Perform and document Megger tests, Surge comparison tests, Resistance tests, Hi-Pot tests, and Polarization Index testing.
  • Verify winding integrity before and after processing.
  • Troubleshoot electrical failures and determine root causes.
Documentation
  • Maintain winding records and repair documentation.
  • Read and interpret winding diagrams and technical drawings.
  • Complete quality control documentation.
Qualifications Required
  • High school diploma or GED.
  • 2+ years of motor winding, rewinding, or related electrical repair experience.
  • Ability to read winding diagrams and electrical schematics.
  • Knowledge of AC and DC motor construction.
  • Ability to use electrical test equipment safely.
Preferred
  • Experience with motors from 1 HP to 10,000+ HP.
  • Familiarity with EASA repair standards.
  • Experience with form-coil windings, medium-voltage motors, generators, and explosion-proof motors.
  • Technical school or electrical apprenticeship training.
Physical Requirements
  • Lift up to 75 pounds.
  • Stand for extended periods.
  • Work with hand tools and winding equipment.
  • Distinguish wire colors accurately.
  • Work around ovens, varnish systems, and industrial machinery.
Equipment Used
  • Coil winding machines
  • Coil pullers
  • Burnout ovens
  • VPI systems
  • Megohmmeters
  • Surge testers
  • Hi-Pot testers
  • Resistance bridges
  • Micrometers and calipers
  • Soldering and brazing equipment
Additional Information:
Pay: $25-$40 p/h
Zip Code: 77029
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Company Description

Openwork is a candidate-focused staffing company on a mission to bring ease, accessibility, and thoughtfulness to an industry we’ve held a footing in for 50+ years. We believe there’s more to life than livelihood, but that finding your dream job, career, or team is a really good place to start.