Motor Winder (AC & DC)

Key Responsibilities

• Motor Coil Winding: Set up and operate winding machines and hand tools to wind stator and rotor coils for AC and DC motors, ensuring precise coil winding patterns and correct wire placement.
• Material Handling: Work with copper wire, insulation materials, and other components, ensuring proper handling, cutting, and spooling of materials as per specifications.
• Blueprint and Diagram Interpretation: Read and interpret electrical schematics, motor blueprints, and technical drawings to determine winding specifications, such as number of turns, coil dimensions, and wire gauge.
• Quality Control: Inspect wound coils for defects, such as improper winding tension, wire misalignment, or insulation issues. Perform testing to ensure the coils meet required electrical and mechanical specifications.
• Machine Setup and Maintenance: Set up winding equipment for different motor types and sizes. Perform regular maintenance and cleaning of winding machines and tools to maintain operational efficiency.
• Troubleshooting: Identify and resolve issues related to winding machinery, material handling, or motor assembly.
• Safety Compliance: Adhere to safety guidelines and use personal protective equipment (PPE) while working with electrical components, winding machines, and other tools.
• Documentation: Keep accurate records of production, including winding specifications, motor assembly details, and testing results.
• Collaboration: Work closely with engineers, supervisors, and other team members to ensure the timely and efficient production of high-quality motors.

Requirements

The ideal candidate will have:

• A strong understanding of motor construction and winding techniques.
• Attention to detail.
• Experience working with both AC and DC motors.

Qualifications

The successful candidate will typically have:

• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 2 years of experience in motor winding or similar manufacturing roles.
• Knowledge of electrical principles and wiring diagrams.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics.
• Basic computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Skills

The following skills are desirable but not required:

• Experience with winding machines and hand tools.
• Hands-on experience with copper wire and insulation materials.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.

Benefits

IES offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Company 401K plan with Employer Contribution Match.
• Competitive Pay.
• Company Paid Time Off.
• Company Paid Life Insurance.
• Choice of Medical Coverage including Prescription and Short Term Disability Plans.
• Choice of Dental and Vision Coverage.
• Optional Long-term Disability, Critical Illness, Accident, Legal and Pet Coverage.
• Auto and Home Insurance Discount Programs.

Pay

Salary range: $25,000 - $35,000 annually.

Schedule

Full-time position with flexible hours to accommodate production needs.

Company Overview

IES is a national provider of industrial products and infrastructure services to a variety of end markets, including electrical, mechanical and communications contracting solutions for the commercial, industrial, residential and renewable energy markets. IES is publicly traded on NASDAQ under the symbol IESC. As of the end of IES’s 2025 fiscal year ending September 30, 2025, IES produced over $3.3 billion in revenue and employed over 10,200 employees at over 174 domestic locations across the United States.