Armature Winder (Motors) at Alstom

Purpose of the Job:

Responsible for the assembly of the wound stator in accordance to the technical documentation (work instructions, drawings and task sequencing). Ensuring that self-inspections are conducted at the various stages of the assembly.

Requirements:

• Grade 12 with Mathematics and Science or N3 Certificate
• Armature Winder or Electrical Fitter Trade Test
• Able to use the crane for assembly operations and move the product with pallet trucks
• Minimum of 3 years proven work experience working as an armature winder
• A solid understanding of stator windings for a 3-phase squirrel cage induction motor
• Understanding the importance of electrical insulation / earthing / terminations
• Ability to read and follow assembly / work instructions
• Can assembly components with the desired levels of quality

Responsibilities:

• Assembly of the wound stator according to the technical drawings and work instructions
• Inserting the slot liners / insulated coils / wedges into the stator laminations
• Connecting the neutral and UVW connections as defined in the assembly drawings
• Terminating, cutting and deburring the eyelets, followed by induction brazing and felt / sleeve insulation
• Performing self-assessment quality checks
• Adhering to continuous improvement processes and teamwork
• Promoting strict compliance with EHS rules, PPE, local regulation and AZDP
• Ensuring that the workstation is orderly with regular monitoring (5S)
• Detecting and anticipating simple manufacturing anomalies, as well as more complex defects

Technical skills required:

• Conduct assembly operations according to detailed work instructions
• Knowledgeable about the wiring of a 3-phase induction motor
• Understand basic electrical insulation properties and electrical schematics
• Able to operate hand power tools, slings, drilling machines, grinders and other hand tools related to the job requirement
• Ability to read, interpret and apply technical documents (work instructions, safety instructions)
• Versatility and the ability to assimilate different special and critical processes (torque tightening / brazing, balancing)
• Use of various inspection tools
• Jig / fixture maintenance