Production Incharge Winding

Hitachi, Ltd.; Vadodara; On-site; INR 2,500,000 - 5,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy in Vadodara is seeking a Winding Department In-Charge to lead winding operations for 220kV to 765kV and HVDC converter class transformers. You will drive continuous improvement, safety, and quality while mentoring a skilled team in a globally recognised organization.

The role requires 15+ years in transformer manufacturing, with 7+ years in winding operations, and strong technical ability to read drawings and implement lean practices.

Qualifications

• B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
• 15+ years in transformer manufacturing, with at least 7 years in winding operations for EHV/UHV transformers.
• Strong knowledge of winding techniques: Inter shield, interleaved disc, helical, layer coils.
• Proficient in reading mechanical and electrical drawings.
• Experience with ERP systems (SAP preferred).
• Strong leadership, communication, and decision-making skills.
• Proficiency in spoken English.

Responsibilities

• Lead winding operations including coil winding, insulation, and coil assembly.
• Ensure timely production with high quality.
• Interpret and implement engineering drawings, winding sheets, and work instructions.
• Enforce strict EHS compliance and lead safety practices.
• Collaborate with QA/QC to ensure quality and drive corrective actions.
• Lead and develop winding technicians, supervisors, and contract workers; address skill gaps and training.
• Drive continuous improvement using Lean, 5S, and Kaizen.
• Monitor KPIs: productivity, downtime, rework, first-pass yield.
• Align with Hitachi Energy values of safety and integrity.

Skills

Winding operations

Leadership

Communication

Decision making

Reading drawings

English proficiency

Education

B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Tools

SAP

Job description

The opportunity

Join our high-voltage transformer manufacturing team at Hitachi Energy, Vadodara, where innovation meets precision. As the Winding Department In-Charge, you will lead operations for 220kV to 765kV and HVDC converter class transformers. This is a unique opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology, drive continuous improvement, and lead a skilled team in a globally recognized organization. You’ll be empowered to shape processes, enhance safety and quality, and contribute to the development of sustainable energy solutions.

How you’ll make an impact

• Lead and manage winding operations including coil winding, insulation, and coil assembly

• Ensure timely execution of production schedules while maintaining high-quality standards

• Interpret and implement engineering drawings, winding sheets, and work instructions

• Enforce strict compliance with EHS policies and promote a zero-incident safety culture. Conduct safety audits, toolbox talks, and risk assessments regularly

• Collaborate with QA/QC teams to ensure quality compliance and drive corrective actions

• Lead and develop a team of winding technicians, supervisors, and contract workers. Identify skill gaps and implement training programs and multi-skilling initiatives

• Drive continuous improvement using Lean, 5S, and Kaizen methodologies

• Monitor and report KPIs such as productivity, downtime, rework, and first-pass yield

• Living Hitachi Energy’s core values of safety and integrity, which means taking responsibility for your own actions while caring for your colleagues and the business.

• Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.

Your background

• B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

• 15+ years of experience in transformer manufacturing, with at least 7 years in winding operations for EHV/UHV transformers

• Strong knowledge of transformer winding techniques including Inter shield, interleaved disc, helical, and layer coils

• Proficient in reading mechanical and electrical drawings

• Experience with ERP systems (SAP preferred)

• Strong leadership, communication, and decision-making skills

• Ability to lead fresh teams and manage conflict effectively.

• Proficiency in spoken english