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About the Role

GE Vernova is seeking a skilled Winder-2 to join their team in Dammam, Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia. This full-time position is integral to the rewinding and repair of generator rotors and stators, ensuring the operational efficiency of critical power generation equipment. The Winder-2 will contribute to the maintenance and repair of generator components within a dynamic service workshop environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform the removal of old windings from generator rotors or stators.
• Execute the rewinding of generator rotors or stators according to technical specifications.
• Repair generator winding and insulation systems, both within the GEMTEC facility and on-site as required.
• Inspect hardware and consumables necessary for rewinding works, ensuring all materials meet quality standards.
• Conduct standard electrical testing during rewinding activities to ensure integrity and performance.
• Perform final visual inspections of both rotors and stators after repair and rewinding.
• Conduct comprehensive electrical testing of generators to verify functionality and identify potential issues.
• Maintain tools and equipment within the service workshop, ensuring they are in optimal working condition.
• Write detailed reports and protocols for all generator rewinding and repair activities.
• Provide support to the spin pit team when required.
• Undertake other activities as assigned by superiors, contributing to overall operational goals.
• Ensure all work is conducted in strict compliance with GE's Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) rules, as well as Ethic & Compliance regulations.
• Prepare and maintain regular periodic inspections for all service workshop tools, instruments, and components.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Execute rewinding and repair work strictly following technical instructions and guidance from the Lead Winder.
• Possess the ability to understand winding configurations and mechanical assembly drawings.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience specifically with the winding of turbogenerators exceeding 25 MW.
• Proven experience in performing manual winding work on turbo generators.
• Working experience within a production environment.
• Experience in carrying out dimensional measurements.
• Experience in mechanical assembly activities related to generators.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in a relevant field.

Required Skills and Knowledge

• Extensive experience in the removal of old windings from generator rotors or stators.
• Proficiency in rewinding generator rotors or stators.
• Skilled in the repair of generator winding and insulation systems.
• Competent in inspecting hardware and consumables required for rewinding works.
• Ability to perform standard electrical testing during rewinding activities.
• Proficient in conducting final visual inspections of rotors and stators.
• Experienced in performing electrical testing of generators.
• Adept at maintaining tools and equipment in a service workshop environment.
• Capable of writing comprehensive reports and protocols.
• Experience in all further activities connected with generator rewinding and repair.
• Willingness and ability to support the spin pit team if required.
• Ability to undertake other assigned activities as directed by superiors.
• Commitment to ensuring all works proceed in compliance with GE's Environmental, Health & Safety, and Ethic & Compliance rules.
• Skilled in preparing and maintaining regular periodic inspections for service workshop tools, instruments, and components.
• Demonstrated experience in executing rewinding and repair work as per technical instructions and guidance from a Lead Winder.
• Ability to understand windings and mechanical assembly drawings.
• Sound knowledge of winding processes.
• Sound knowledge of operating induction heating machines.
• Good knowledge of common IT office tools.
• Fluent in English, both oral and written.
• Good communication skills.
• Ability to motivate oneself and others.
• Demonstrated accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to act independently while also being team-oriented.
• Flexible, loyal, and reliable in work performance.
• Multicultural sensitivity, essential for working in an international environment.
• Stress resistant and able to perform under pressure.
• Good grasping ability and a quick learner.

Work Environment and Conditions

This is a full-time position based in Dammam, Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia. The role requires a willingness to work shifts and the ability to work on-site as required. Relocation assistance is not provided for this position.