Winding Engineer

Job Title

Department

Winding

Location

Atlas Transformers India Limited (Por,GIDC)Experience: 2 to 4 Years in Transformers Industry

Industry

Transformer Manufacturing – Power & Distribution

Job Summary

Key Responsibilities

• Winding Operations Management:
• Execute and supervise the winding of transformer coils as per design drawings and process specifications.
• Oversee winding types such as disc, helical, crossover, layer, and continuous winding used in power and distribution transformers.
• Ensure proper tension control, insulation placement, tap lead routing, and dimensional accuracy during winding.
• Production Planning and Execution:
• Plan daily winding activities based on production schedules and delivery commitments.
• Allocate work to technicians and operators, and monitor progress to meet deadlines.
• Coordinate with the core assembly, insulation, and testing departments for seamless workflow.
• Quality Assurance:
• Verify that winding parameters (number of turns, conductor type/size, layer insulation, creepage distances, etc.) match design drawings and customer specifications.
• Inspect wound coils for defects such as uneven winding, poor insulation, loose ends, or dimensional deviations.
• Support internal and external quality inspections and testing by providing relevant documentation and clarifications.
• Process Improvement and Cost Optimization:
• Identify process inefficiencies or repetitive issues in winding and recommend corrective actions.
• Collaborate with design, quality, and R&D teams to optimize winding designs for manufacturability and material efficiency.
• Contribute to reduction in material wastage, rework, and downtime.
• Team Management and Training:
• Supervise and guide winding machine operators and technicians.
• Provide training on standard winding procedures, safety protocols, and quality standards.
• Ensure proper use and maintenance of winding equipment and tools.
• Documentation and Reporting:
• Maintain production records, coil history sheets, and winding logs accurately.
• Report production output, material consumption, and quality issues to the production manager.
• Assist in updating SOPs and work instructions related to winding.
• Safety and Compliance:
• Ensure compliance with electrical and mechanical safety standards.
• Follow plant safety policies and wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Participate in internal audits and support compliance with ISO 9001, ISO 45001, and other quality systems.
  

Required Qualifications

• Education: Diploma / B.E. / B.Tech in Electrical, Mechanical, or related engineering field.
• Experience: 3–8 years of experience in transformer winding, preferably in distribution and power transformer manufacturing (up to 765 kV or as applicable).
• Technical Knowledge:
• Good understanding of winding techniques and transformer design principles.
• Knowledge of various conductor materials (copper/aluminum), insulation types, and thermal classification.
• Familiarity with winding machines (manual and semi-automatic), tension control systems, and coil-forming tools.
  

Key Competencies

• Strong attention to detail and manual dexterity
• Good knowledge of engineering drawings and schematics
• Problem-solving and decision-making ability
• Leadership and team coordination skills
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• Awareness of safety and quality standards
  

Working Conditions

• Primarily workshop or factory floor-based work
• Exposure to electrical and mechanical manufacturing equipment
• May involve working in shifts or extended hours during high production loads