ELECTRIC MOTOR WINDER

MSCCN; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

MSCCN in Maryland is seeking an Electric Motor Winder to dismantle and rewind AC motors, document winding data, and ensure performance through testing. You will form and insulate coils with winding machines, apply varnish, and run final quality checks before returning units to service.

The role requires 2–5 years of winding experience, a High School diploma or GED, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Training opportunities are available.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years hands-on AC motor winding experience.
• High School diploma or GED; vocational training preferred.
• Strong ability to read engineering drawings and schematics.

Responsibilities

• Disassemble and diagnose motors to identify worn components.
• Document winding data and damage before stripping.
• Wind, insulate, and assemble coils using machines and hand tools.
• Varnish and bake rewound components for insulation.
• Perform final electrical and operational tests before service.

Skills

2-5 years AC motor winding

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical theory

Reading schematics

Education

High School diploma or GED

Vocational/technical certificate preferred

Tools

Winding machines

Meggers

Surge testers

Hi-Pot testers

Job description

Job description

• Disassembly & Diagnosis: Dismantle defective equipment to identify worn or damaged components. Test windings for faults using specialized diagnostic tools like Meggers, surge testers, and Hi-Pot testers.

• Data Collection: Accurately document internal winding data, electromagnetic characteristics, and existing damage before stripping the old motor.

• Rewinding Coils: Strip old windings without damaging the motor core. Form, insert, and insulate new coils using winding machines and manual tools, aluminum wiring, and secure end clearances.

• Varnish & Baking: Coat rewound components with insulating varnish and process them through industrial bake-out ovens.

• Testing & Quality Control: Perform final electrical and operational tests to verify performance, balance, and efficiency before returning the motor to service.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Experience: Typically, 2 to 5 years of hands-on experience winding AC motors (both random and form wound).

• Education: A High School diploma or GED is required. Vocational school, technical certificates, or completion of an EASA-certified apprenticeship is highly preferred.

• Technical Skills: Strong mechanical aptitude, understanding of electrical theory, and the ability to read engineering drawings and schematics.

• Physical Demands: Ability to frequently stand, bend, kneel, and lift or carry heavy materials and equipment (up to 50 lbs.).