Transformer Coil Winder

Innomotics • Kansas City, KS

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Transformer Winder supports the Innomotics Kansas City Facility by winding, insulating, connecting, assembling, and repairing power transformers and other electrical apparatus. The work may involve situations where procedures, manufacturing information, or specifications are unavailable, requiring planning, diagnosis, and reverse engineering of existing equipment. The role includes manual and computer-controlled coil winding, rebuilding windings, installing insulation systems, supporting mechanical assembly and shop repairs, and assisting with electrical testing. The employee must join the local collective bargaining unit upon hire.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of experience in transformer repair, motor winding, or related electrical apparatus work.
• High school diploma.
• Advanced electrical aptitude and working knowledge of tools.
• Experience with manual winding and/or computer-controlled (CNC) winding equipment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and electrical troubleshooting ability.
• Ability to read electrical diagrams and technical drawings.
• Ability to reverse engineer winding and insulation configurations from existing equipment.
• Ability to safely work with heavy components using cranes and lifting equipment.
• Ability to use electrical test instruments and shop tools.
• Must become a member of the local collective bargaining unit upon hire.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in transformer winding and rebuild work.
• Experience working in an industrial electrical repair facility.
• Familiarity with insulation systems used in power transformers.
• Experience interpreting one-line diagrams and winding data.
• Understanding of electrical hazards and safe work practices.
• Experience with transformer winding methods such as mushroom/disc winding, helical winding, layer winding, interleaved disc winding, continuous winding, crossover techniques, lead routing, tap leads, and insulation barriers.

Responsibilities

• Wind and assemble low-voltage and high-voltage transformer coils, including manual and CNC-controlled winding operations.
• Rebuild transformer windings using copper conductors, insulation materials, and structural supports.
• Install insulation systems, including pressboard, wedges, barriers, tapes, and spacers.
• Diagnose winding failures and determine appropriate repair methods.
• Reverse engineer winding configurations and insulation systems when documentation is unavailable.
• Perform transformer component assembly, including cores, clamping systems, leads, and insulation structures.
• Assist with transformer and motor assembly and disassembly on the shop floor.
• Support general electrical apparatus repair activities as workload requires.
• Cut, form, and install insulation materials to required tolerances, using shop machinery as needed.
• Assist with insulation resistance testing, contact resistance testing, voltage verification, and basic electrical troubleshooting.
• Set up and operate electrical test equipment as directed.
• Safely operate overhead cranes and material-handling equipment to move heavy components.
• Document work performed and materials used.
• Follow safety procedures for electrical and mechanical work and maintain a clean, organized work area.
• Stack core steel and cut materials.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, prescription, and vision coverage beginning the first day of employment.
• Matching 401(k) with immediate employer match.
• Competitive paid time off plan, paid holidays, and floating holidays.
• Career development opportunities.
• Education and tuition reimbursement programs.
• Competitive compensation based on qualifications, including salary and bonus.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED