Electric Motor Winder

Brehob Corporation; Indianapolis, Northern (IN, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Brehob Corporation is seeking a skilled Motor Winder to join the Indianapolis Division. The role focuses on motor winding repairs, testing, and data documentation to ensure reliable operation of electric motors and generators.

Qualified candidates will have 1–3 years in motor shop or related training, familiarity with AC/DC theory, and ability to lift up to 70 pounds. A pre-employment drug test is required and the environment emphasizes teamwork and safety.

Qualifications

• Basics of electrical theory (AC/DC) required.
• Familiarity with motor/generator connections.
• 1–3 years in electrical/mechanical repair or approved training.

Responsibilities

• Identify equipment needing repair (motors, generators, coils).
• Document external data and winding specifics for equipment.
• Diagnose/m test malfunctions using diagnostic gear (megger, hi-pot).
• Dismantle equipment and collect internal winding data.
• Wind coils and apply insulation according to insulation class.
• Perform final electrical and mechanical tests and document results.

Skills

Electrical theory

Motor winding

Diagnostics

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Job description

Brehob Corporation has been serving the Industrial and Manufacturing market for over 70 years with industry leading products and engineering solutions. Brehob is a leader in products, systems, applications expertise, service and repair. Brehob Corporation is seeking a well-qualified Motor Winder to work in our motor winding department in our Indianapolis Division.

Qualifications and requirements:

• Familiarity with various electric motor & generator connections.
• Knowledge of AC and DC theory and electrical circuits.
• A minimum of 1 to 3 years’ experience in electrical / mechanical repair, motor shop servicing or completion of an accredited EASA or military training program.
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug test and periodic, unannounced random drug tests
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team as applicable.
• High School Diploma or Equivalent.

Job Responsibilities:

• Identify the type of equipment needing repair such as AC/DC Motors, generators, armatures, transformers, coils, etc.
• Document the external data associated with the equipment or winding.
• Diagnose and/or test the equipment for malfunctions, failures or damage using diagnostic equipment such as megger, hi pot, AC or DC test panels and related equipment.
• Dismantle equipment and collection internal data.
• Identify and document internal winding data.
• Convert internal winding data as applicable per EASA guidelines.
• Remove old winding from core or bobbin.
• Utilize available core test equipment and programs to determine core viability and proper heat dispersion.
• Repair or modify existing core to meet test criteria.
• Complete full or partial core re-stack, if necessary
• Determine correct insulation of core and component parts applicable to the equipment Insulation Classification.
• Correctly size and wind coils or wire applicable to insulated equipmment.
• Perform appropriate wire insertion, wedging and tying of winding or wire.
• Perform connection sequence including equipment necessary for final soldering, brazing or welding of internal coil leads to exterior leads.
• Tie and proof end clearance of finished winding.
• Perform and document final electrical and mechanical test results of the winding, insulation and connections.
• Apply the necessary fit, thread and identification coating to allow the correct insulating varnish application.
• Dip and bake winding, if applicable.
• Clean up coated fits, threads and identification plates of dip & baked winding.
• Perform final testing and documentation, if applicable.
• Requires oral and written skills to effectively communicate with co-workers, shop staff, supervisors and managers.
• Qualified person must have at least basic mechanical skills, preferably industrial. They must be able to pass a preemployment drug screen. He/she must be able to lift, push or pull up to 70 pounds.

Brehob Corporation is a federal government contractor. As such, we take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.
AA/EOE/M/W/VETS/DISABLED

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