Winder - Power Transformers at Siemens Energy Birmingham, AL

Winder – Large Power Transformers

Job located at the Siemens Energy Transformers Manufacturing Center Factory in Charlotte, North Carolina, USA. Facility construction is planned for early 2026.

As we continue to grow and push the boundaries of what's possible, we are seeking a Winder with a passion for excellence and innovation in medium to large power transformer manufacturing. Join us in crafting the future of energy, making it smarter, faster, and more efficient than ever before.

The Winder will play a crucial role in the production of windings for our large power transformers. The primary tasks on a typical workday include winding disc or helical coils based on technical designs and drawings; documentation and quality checks of the process progress; planning and reviewing the tasks to be carried out according to pre-established production plans and manufacturing standards.

• Winding different types of coils, including helical windings or disc windings.
• Reads and interprets technical drawings and work plans, and prepares all vital materials for the winding process.
• Operating horizontal or vertical winding machines, overhead cranes, forklifts, and performing welding, soldering when necessary.
• Performing measurements and quality inspections for windings including reviewing the tolerances in accordance with technical requirements.
• Supports the creation and maintenance of technical instructions and submits documentation and quality checks for completed work.
• Responsible to fulfill and/or to support the fulfillment of all protocols, policies, guidelines, and competencies from current systems (EHS, QA, Cyber Sec, etc.).

• High school degree or equivalent with relevant technical training/experience.
• At least 2 or more years of experience in the winding process for medium to large transformers.
• Ability to use math, read and interpret sophisticated drawings, and perform complex measurements.
• Ability to acquire Keys certification test on reading and writing and Blueprint reading test offered by local community college.
• Applicant must obtain and maintain Forklift License and a Critical Lift level crane license and certification for working in heights.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

• Successful applicants must pass standard hearing, vision, and pulmonary function tests.
• Must be able to read, write, understand, and follow verbal and/or written instructions in English.
• Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States without need for current or future employer-sponsored work authorization. Siemens Energy employees with current visa sponsorship may be eligible for internal transfers.
• Must be willing to relocate temporarily to Mexico, Brazil or Germany for the on-the-job training for a period of 6 months based on proficiency in the area of training. Appropriate relocation support and compensation will be provided.

• Career growth and development opportunities
• Supportive work culture
• Company paid Health and wellness benefits
• Paid Time Off and paid holidays
• 401K savings plan with company match
• Parental leave

Siemens Energy is an Equal Opportunity and affirmative action employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender, sex stereotyping, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, and other categories protected by federal, state, or local law.