Armature Winder

Armature Winder

Purpose

My client is a leading UK independent electrical engineering group delivering design, manufacturing, installation, maintenance and service solutions to customers across a broad range of industrial and commercial sectors.

they are now looking to recruit an experienced armature winder to be based at their site in Sheffield.

Key Responsibilities & Accountability

Your main areas of responsibility will be to:-

Inspect various types of electro-mechanical equipment for damage and evidence of electrical malfunction

Test condition of windings to relevant standards including previously re-wound machines

Illustrate and document all relevant data specific to unit’s electro-magnetic characteristics, operating conditions, existing damage or intended serviceability

Dismantle and strip damaged or unserviceable electro-mechanical equipment

Prepare all reusable parts for rewinding and inspect renewed parts for hidden, structural damage or unusual conditions

Rewind various kinds of electro-mechanical equipment, including but not limited to: single phase, three-phase, dc fields, armatures, wound rotors and transformers

Observe proper insulating techniques and requirements during rewinding

Complete required paperwork for each job accurately and on a timely basis

Operate specialised repair and testing equipment, including but not limited to: winding machines, test panels, surge testers, core-loss tester, cut-off saws, burnout ovens, back ovens, grinders, cranes forklifts trucks, brazing units, dip tanks, VPI systems and various hand-held power and non-power tools

Observe all safety procedures and policies and use proper protective equipment

Qualifications, Experience & Personal Attributes

The successful applicant will possess:-

Time served, semi-skilled or combination of education and experience is desired

Mechanical aptitude required

Prior experience working as a Winder is essential

Full driving license would be an advantage

The company offer a competitive salary and excellent benefits together with development and progression opportunities