Transformer Coil Winder

Innomotics; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Medical and vision coverage

401(k) match

Paid time off and holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Innomotics is seeking a Transformer Winder in Kansas City to wind and assemble transformer coils, inspect windings, and support electrical testing. The role requires 2+ years in transformer repair or related electrical work and experience with manual and CNC winding equipment.

You will work with heavy components, cranes, and a variety of insulation materials. The position offers full-time hours at our Kansas City facility with competitive pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in transformer repair, motor winding, or related electrical work.
• Advanced electrical aptitude and working knowledge of tools.
• Completion of a High School Diploma.
• Ability to read electrical diagrams and technical drawings.
• Ability to reverse engineer winding configurations from existing equipment.
• Ability to safely work with heavy components using cranes and lifting equipment.
• Experience with manual winding and CNC-controlled winding equipment.

Responsibilities

• Wind and assemble transformer coils including low- and high-voltage windings.
• Operate manual winding and CNC winding machines for production.
• Rebuild transformer windings with copper conductors and insulation materials.
• Install insulation systems and spacers, and diagnose winding issues.
• Reverse engineer winding configurations when documentation is unavailable.
• Support shop operations and electrical testing as needed.

Skills

Advanced electrical aptitude

Read electrical diagrams

Electrical troubleshooting

Reverse engineer winding

Heavy components handling

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

CNC winding equipment

Electrical test instruments

Job description

Career Opportunities: Transformer Coil Winder (7131)

Requisition ID7131-Posted10/29/2026-Kansas City-UNITED STATES-Full-time

We are looking for a Transformer Winder to join our team at Innomotics.

TheIndustry-LeaderofMotorsandDrives

Innomotics is an industry-leading supplier of motors and large drive systems. With a trusted legacy of more than 150 years of engineering expertise, our products power all the world’s most essential industries. Today, we are bringing the #EnergyTransition to life with a portfolio that enables our customers to boost energy efficiency, reduce greenhouse gases, and minimize the carbon footprints of plants.

Our Most Powerful Engine: Our People

We are a team of more than 15,000 dedicated experts, doers, and innovators. For us, engineering the future means keeping businesses in motion. As a global player operating with the spirit and speed of a mid-sized champion, the future holds unlimited opportunities for us. If you share our bold mindset to be best-in-class, we want you IN.

Your Future Role TransformerWinder

• ProvidessupporttotheInnomoticsKansasCityFacility.Mustbecomea member of the local collective bargaining unit upon hire.
• Wind,insulate, connect power transformers and other electrical apparatus where procedures are generally not established, where manufacturing informationandspecificationsmaynotbeavailableandwhereplanningand diagnosing is required for repair.
• Tools&equipmentCoilWindingequipment,shears,bandsaw,handandpower tools, wire cutters, wedges, drill press, crimping tools, cranes, industrial trucks, hi-pottester,growler,ductortester,.testboards,surgetesters,meggerandmisc. electrical andmechanicalmeters,gauges,indicators,hydraulicpresses,safety equipment,etc.
• Materials: Tapes, press board, wedges, compounds, wire, cable, micarta, hardware,banding,wire,flux,etc.

Transformer Winding and Repair

• Wind and assemble transformer coils including low-voltage and high-voltage windings
• Perform manual coil winding as well as operate computer-controlled winding machines (CNC coil winders)
• Rebuild transformer windings using copper conductors, insulation materials, and structural supports
• Install insulation systems including pressboard, wedges, barriers, tapes, and spacers
• Diagnose winding failures and determine appropriate repair methods
• Reverse engineer winding configurations and insulation systems from existing transformers when documentation is unavailable

Winding Technologies

Experience with transformer winding methods such as:

• Mushroom wound coils(disc winding used in power transformers)
• Helical windingcommonly used for low-voltage high-current windings
• Layer windingused for smaller distribution transformer coils
• Disc windingincluding interleaved disc arrangements for high-voltage windings
• Continuous windingand crossover techniques
• Lead routing, tap leads, and insulation barriers between discs and layers

Experience with both manual winding techniques and CNC-controlled winding equipment is preferred.

Mechanical Assembly and Shop Support

• Assemble transformer components including cores, clamping systems, leads, and insulation structures
• Assist with transformer and motor assembly and disassembly work on the shop floor
• Support general electrical apparatus repair activities as workload requires
• Cut, form, and install insulation materials to required tolerances
• Use shop machinery such as shears, band saws, drill presses, and presses for fabrication work

Electrical Testing Support

• Assist with electrical testing including:
• insulation resistance testing
• contact resistance testing
• voltage verification
• basic electrical troubleshooting
• Set up and operate electrical test equipment as directed

Shop Operations

• Safely operate overhead cranes and material handling equipment to move heavy components
• Maintain proper documentation of work performed and materials used
• Follow established safety procedures for electrical and mechanical work
• Maintain a clean and organized work area

Tools and Equipment Used

Typical tools and equipment include:

• Manual and CNC coil winding equipment
• Shears, band saws, and drill presses
• Crimping tools and cable preparation tools
• Hand and power tools
• Hydraulic presses
• Overhead cranes and industrial trucks
• Electrical test equipment including megger, ductor tester, hi-pot tester, and surge tester

Required Knowledge/Skills, Education, and Experience:

• 2+ years of experience working in related field
• Completion of a High School Diploma
• Advanced electrical aptitude and working knowledge of tools
• Minimum 2 years of experience in transformer repair, motor winding, or related electrical apparatus work
• Experience with manual winding and/or computer-controlled (CNC) winding equipment
• Strong mechanical aptitude and electrical troubleshooting ability
• Ability to read electrical diagrams and technical drawings
• Ability to reverse engineer winding and insulation configurations from existing equipment
• Ability to safely work with heavy components using cranes and lifting equipment
• Ability to use electrical test instruments and shop tools

Preferred Knowledge/Skills, Education, and Experience

Experience with the following:

• Experience in transformer winding and rebuild work
• Experience working in an industrial electrical repair facility
• Familiarity with insulation systems used in power transformers
• Experience interpreting one-line diagrams and winding data
• Understanding of electrical hazards and safe work practices

Thepayrangeforthispositionis$38.00.Theshiftdifferentialforworkingsecondshift is

$1.00.Theactualwageofferedmaybelowerorhigherdependingonbudgetandcandidate experience, knowledge, skills, qualifications, and premium geographic location.

What’s IN it for you (Our Benefits)

• Competitivecompensation(salaryandbonus)basedonqualifications
• Medical, dental, prescription and vision coverage, first day of employment
• Matching 401(k) (immediate employer match)
• Competitive paid time off plan, paid holidays, and floating holidays
• Educationandtuitionreimbursementprogramsavailable

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