Winding Specialist

Post Date

Mar 23, 2026

Location

Houston,
Texas

ZIP/Postal Code

77049
US
May 31, 2026 Insight Global

Job Type

Perm

Category

Engineering (Non IT)

Req #

DEN-a213494a-0445-48e0-b07b-d35c136254c0

Pay Rate

$80k - $100k (estimate)

Job Description

The Americas Field Service Winding Engineer is responsible for performing on-site inspection, testing, maintenance, and repair of high-voltage generator windings at customer locations globally. This role requires strong technical expertise in generator winding systems, the ability to work independently in the field, and a willingness to travel extensively, including offshore and international assignments. This role pays up to $50/hr depending on relevant experience.
Key Responsibilities
• Perform winding inspections, electrical testing, maintenance, and repairs on high-voltage generator windings at customer sites worldwide.
• Conduct basic mechanical strip-downs and rebuilds to gain access to generator windings.
• Execute high- and low-voltage electrical testing in field environments.
• Carry out visual inspections of stator, rotor, and excitation systems.
• Perform in-situ generator winding repairs, including stator re-wedge work.
• Work collaboratively as part of a team during on-site stator strip and rewind operations.
• Assist mechanical service engineers on assignments that may not be winding-specific.
• Supervise and train internal personnel and external customers as required.
• Interpret technical drawings, specifications, and requirements.
• Prepare method statements and detailed, concise service reports for customer submission.
• Attend technical meetings at customer sites and company facilities.
• Complete an on-site risk assessment for every assignment.
Perform additional duties as assigned by the Field Service Manager.

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Required Skills & Experience

- Hands on AVR experience
- Knowledge of excitation controllers
- Knowledge of basic power theory
- Synchronization experience on generators

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

- Experience using materials like: resins, epoxy, varnish, tapes, mica

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.