Winding Technician - Generator

Paylocity; St. Louis, Northern (MO, KY); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

HSA/FSA

Life and disability insurance

Paid time off

401(k) with company match

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

PPE reimbursement

Job summary

Mechanical Dynamics and Analysis LLC in St. Louis, MO is seeking a qualified Winding Technician to join our Repairs Division. You will perform repair functions on Generator Fields, Stators, and related equipment, with travel up to 50% and international assignments.

The role requires 3+ years’ experience, a high school diploma or trade school, and ability to pass a pulmonary function test and wear a respirator. Strong manual dexterity and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in winding repair or related electrical generator work.
• Willing to travel a minimum of 50%, including international assignments.
• Must pass a pulmonary function test and wear a respirator.
• Good visual and auditory acuity enabling precise workmanship.

Responsibilities

• Remove and install retaining rings with induction heating.
• Remove, clean, and install field coils.
• Rewedge the Generator Stator.
• Repair End Windings and Stator bars.
• Perform cleaning, red-eyeing, and painting.
• Replace High Voltage and Standoff bushings; replacement of core iron.

Skills

Tying techniques

Wedging

Bar and coil installation

Painting techniques

Brazing

Insulation

2-piece clips installation

Manual dexterity

Oral and written communication

Education

High School Diploma/GED/Apprenticeship

Tools

Induction heating equipment

Job description

Description

Mechanical Dynamics and Analysis LLC, a world class supplier of power generation services, parts and repairs, has an immediate opening for a qualified individual who has a desire to join a growing organization and an appetite for diverse and technically challenging work.

The Repairs Division is seeking an experienced Winding Technician. The candidate will execute repair functions of Generator Fields, Stators, High Voltage Bushings, Excitation equipment, and other miscellaneous electrical generating equipment.

Duties & Responsibilities

include but are not limited to, the following:

• Remove and install retaining rings with induction heating
• Remove, clean, and install field coils
• Rewedge the Generator Stator
• Repair the End Windings
• Stator bar replacement
• Clean, red-eye, and paint
• High Voltage Bushing and Standoff Bushing replacement
• Core Iron repair/replacement
• Installation of 2-piece clips

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED/Apprenticeship classes or trade school
• Minimum 3 years’ experience
• Must be willing to travel a minimum of 50%, including internationally
• Able to pass a pulmonary function test & wear a respirator
• Good visual and auditory acuity
• Knowledge of various tying techniques, wedging, bar and coil installation; painting techniques, brazing, taping, insulating, and installing 2-piece clips
• Ability to quickly grasp or manipulate objects for extended periods of time
• Good oral and written communication skills.

Benefits

• Health coverage: Medical, Dental, Vision (with employer contribution)
• Savings options: HSA/FSA programs available
• Protection: Company-paid life insurance + disability coverage
• Time off: Paid time off + paid holidays
• Retirement: 401(k) program with company match opportunity
• Support: Employee Assistance Program (EAP) + ID theft protection
• Wellness & safety perks: On-site ART (Active Release Techniques) sessions; annual PPE reimbursement for prescription safety glasses and steel-toed boots
• Pay add-ons (as applicable): Overtime opportunity, shift/lead differential, travel pay
• Advancement: Growth paths and internal advancement opportunities for eligible employees, based on performance and business need
• Recognition: Seasonal company sponsored events for employees to recognize their contributions to the success of MD&A
• Industry stability: Essential power generation work with long-term demand

A Shop Tour

Repairs Division- St. Louis, MO: https://www.mdaturbines.com/resources/turbine-generator-repair-facility/

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