Winder Fitter

Sulzer; Sutton-in-Ashfield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company in Sutton-in-Ashfield seeks an experienced Winder Fitter for maintaining high standards in motor rewinds and repairs for rail customers. Responsibilities include dismantling, rewinding, and testing AC/DC motors, with an emphasis on quality and precision. The role offers a competitive salary, paid overtime, and a range of perks including health coverage and learning opportunities. Join a diverse workforce committed to engineering excellence.

Benefits

Competitive basic salary

Paid overtime opportunities

Annual companywide bonus

33 days annual leave

Defined pension contributions

Access to Medicash

Employee Assistance Programmes

Discounted personal car leasing

Long Service Awards

Continuous learning opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience with AC/DC motors dismantling, rewinding, assembling, and testing.
• Experience with mechanical and electrical rotating equipment.
• Strong organizational skills and commitment to quality.

Responsibilities

• Dismantle, rewind, reassemble and test AC motors, DC motors, and associated equipment.
• Carry out incoming inspections for damage and malfunctions.
• Operate specialized winding and testing equipment.
• Complete job documentation accurately and punctually.

Skills

Dismantling and rewinding AC/DC motors

Attention to detail

Ability to read mechanical drawings

Education

Electrical engineering apprenticeship or equivalent

Tools

Winding machines

Surge testers

Core-loss testers

Job description

Winder Fitter - Full Time - Sutton in Ashfield, United Kingdom

Sulzer is a leading engineering company with a proud heritage of innovation. Join our global team to grow your expertise and develop innovative solutions that enable a prosperous and more sustainable society.

Sulzer has a proud heritage of over 180 years in engineering excellence, specialising in pumps, agitators, compressors, and critical rotating equipment across industries. At our Sutton‑in‑Ashfield Service Centre, we lead the way in delivering world‑class electro‑mechanical repairs and overhauls for the UK Rail Sector – ensuring the reliability and safety of the trains that keep our country moving.

A key part of this is precision winding. From traction motors to auxiliary systems, expertly rewound motors are essential for keeping fleets operational, efficient, and on schedule. Every coil, every turn matters and that’s where our skilled team makes the difference.

We are looking for an experienced Winder / Fitter to join us, helping maintain the highest standards in motor rewinds and repairs for our rail customers.

Main tasks and responsibilities

• Dismantle, rewind, reassemble, and test single‑phase and three‑phase AC motors, small DC motors, and associated equipment including pumps and gearboxes
• Carry out incoming inspections for damage and evidence of electrical malfunctions to set procedures
• Prepare and inspect all reusable parts for rewinding
• Operate specialised winding and testing equipment such as winding machines, surge testers, and core‑loss testers
• Complete all job documentation, including photographs, accurately and on time

About you

• Recognised electrical engineering or electrical machine repair & rewinds apprenticeship (or equivalent)
• Proven experience dismantling, rewinding, assembling, and testing AC / DC motors
• Experience with a wide range of mechanical and electrical rotating equipment
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings
• Strong attention to detail, organisational skills, and commitment to quality

What We Offer You

• A competitive basic salary
• Paid overtime opportunities
• Annual companywide bonus
• 33 days annual leave.
• Defined pension contributions.
• Access to Medicash, helping you cover everyday health costs like dental, optical, and physiotherapy, plus a range of wellbeing perks.
• Confidential support via Employee Assistance Programmes.
• Discounted personal car leasing for you, your family, and friends.
• Long Service Awards celebrating your commitment.
• Continuous learning opportunities through Sulzer Learning Pathways.
• We’re proud to support those who’ve served. Sulzer is a Bronze Award holder under the MoD’s Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, meaning we actively welcome and support ex‑military personnel and reservists in building successful careers with us.

At Sulzer, we keep industry moving and in the Rail Sector, that means keeping Britain on track.

Do you have a question about the role?

Reach out to Daniel Faulkner at Our team is looking forward hearing from you!

Sulzer is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in the strength of a diverse workforce and are committed to offering an inclusive work environment.

We are proud to be recognized as a Top Employer 2025 in Brazil, China, Finland, Germany, Ireland, Switzerland, South Africa, the UK and the USA.