Production Incharge Winding

Hitachi ABB Power Grids; Hinoba-an; On-site; PHP 792,000 - 1,188,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy in Vadodara is seeking a Winding Department In-Charge to lead operations for 220kV–765kV transformers. You will drive coil winding, insulation, and assembly, interpret engineering drawings, and ensure on-time production with strict quality.

You will mentor winding technicians, supervise contractors, and advance continuous improvement using Lean, 5S, and Kaizen. The role demands strong leadership, safety adherence, and collaboration with QA/QC to uphold high standards.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of transformer manufacturing experience.
• At least 7 years in winding operations for EHV/UHV transformers.
• Strong knowledge of winding techniques and reading drawings.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage winding operations including coil winding, insulation, and coil assembly.
• Ensure timely production schedules with high-quality standards.
• Interpret engineering drawings, winding sheets, and work instructions.
• Enforce strict EHS compliance and promote a zero-incident safety culture.
• Collaborate with QA/QC to drive corrective actions and maintain quality.
• Lead winding technicians, supervisors, and contract workers; drive training and multi-skilling.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Decision-making

Team leadership

Education

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

Tools

SAP

Job description

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.

We are a global leader in electrification, powering the electricity era to meet the energy demands of today, and the next 25 years. As the energy arm of Hitachi Group, over three billion people depend on our pioneering, mission-critical technologies to power their daily lives.

With over a century of innovation, we are addressing the most urgent energy challenge of our time: driving the evolution of the world’s energy system to ensure abundant, secure, affordable, and sustainable power for today’s generation and the next.

With an unparalleled installed base in over 140 countries, we are the grid ecosystem partner across the utility, industry, data center, and transportation sectors. Headquartered in Switzerland, we employ over 56,000 people in 60 countries and generate revenues of around $20 billion USD.