Generator Winder – Entry Level
Company
Arabelle Solutions offers a broad portfolio of turbine island technologies and services that are used in more than a third of nuclear power plants globally – helping customers across the world deliver reliable power as they transition to a lower-carbon future. The Arabelle steam turbine is the most advanced of its kind and the company provides turbine island lifecycle support solutions for all nuclear reactor types – improving power output, reducing environmental footprint, and lowering operational cost. Arabelle Solutions has around 3,300 employees across 16 countries and is a subsidiary of EDF Group.
At Arabelle Solutions, we’re proud to design services and solutions that are generating power not just for today and tomorrow but for generations to come. You’ll work alongside passionate bright minds. We offer a broad range of opportunities for those eager to build tomorrow’s world. We believe a supportive culture is key to reach common goals. Diversity and an inclusive mindset makes us and our business stronger.
Position
We are looking for an enthusiastic individual with an electro-mechanical background to join our team as a Generator Winder. This role is ideal for someone eager to learn and develop their skills in generator maintenance and repairs. This role involves working with both internal and external customers on generator and exciter installation, inspection, maintenance, fault diagnosis, and repairs—ranging from minor repairs to full rewinds. You will work on air-cooled, hydrogen-cooled, and water-cooled generators from 2MW to 1800MW, ensuring world-class execution with a strong focus on safety, quality, and budget adherence.
Location: UK + Overseas (extensive travel required)
Key Responsibilities:
- Interpretation of Electrical Winding Diagrams.
- Understand Winding Processes and Methodology and apply correct solutions on inspections & repairs.
- Work under strict Foreign Material Exclusion rules.
- Perform inspections and minor repair works of all type of generator windings.
- Perform Fault Finding on windings
- Assist with Diagnostic tests such as Iron Core Low Flux Tests, Electrical tests, Doppler Flow water Measurements
- Strip and Inspect Generator Rotors, clean repair and rebuild.
- Strip and Inspect Generator Stators, clean repair and rebuild
- Strip and Inspect Generator Exciters, clean repair and rebuild
- Rewind Generator Stators.
- Rewind Generator Rotors.
- Rewind Exciters.
Profile
Qualifications & Requirements:
- NVQ Level 2 (or equivalent) in Electrical Machines or a related field.
- Basic understanding of electro-mechanical principles.
- Eagerness to learn and develop technical expertise.
- Basic knowledge of electrical testing is an advantage.
- Computer literate with proficiency in IT skills.
- Fluency in English (spoken and written).
- Willingness and ability to travel extensively across the UK and overseas for projects and field assignments.
Desired Characteristics:
- Strong teamwork and individual initiative.
- Previous experience in a hands-on mechanical or electrical role is beneficial.
- Excellent organizational and communication skills.
This is a great opportunity to build a long-term career in a specialized and in-demand industry. If you have the passion and drive to learn, we will provide you with the necessary training and support to help you succeed.
Apply now and start your journey with us!