Sulzer is a leading engineering company with a proud heritage of innovation. Join our global team to grow your expertise and develop innovative solutions that enable a prosperous and more sustainable society.
About the role Based at our Birmingham Service Centre, you'll work from one of the most advanced facilities of its kind in the UK. Opened in 2021 following a major investment, this 82,000 sq. ft purpose-built Centre of Excellence has been designed around lean manufacturing principles and is equipped with cutting-edge digital technologies, advanced machining capabilities and state-of-the-art additive manufacturing.Operating 24/7, the site delivers world-class maintenance, repair and overhaul solutions for pumps, motors, generators, compressors, turbines and other critical rotating equipment across a wide range of industries.
Due to continued growth, we're looking for a skilled Winder/Fitter to join our team.
As a Winder/Fitter, you will play a key role in the repair, refurbishment, manufacture and assembly of electrical rotating equipment and components, ensuring all work is completed safely, efficiently and to the highest quality standards.
Key responsibilities include:
- Carrying out winding, fitting and assembly activities on a range of electrical equipment.
- Manufacturing and installing coils and windings to specification.
- Stripping, inspecting and rebuilding motors, generators and associated equipment.
- Reading and interpreting engineering drawings and technical documentation.
- Supporting electrical and mechanical testing activities.
- Identifying faults and assisting with repair solutions.
- Maintaining high levels of quality, housekeeping and safety within the workshop.
- Supporting continuous improvement initiatives and best practice across the business.
- Previous experience in an engineering, fitting, manufacturing or repair environment.
- Strong mechanical aptitude and practical problem-solving skills.
- Ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical instructions.
- Attention to detail with a commitment to delivering high-quality work.
- A positive attitude and willingness to work as part of a team.
- Wire winding experience would be a distinct advantage.
- Experience working on motors, generators or other rotating equipment.
- Coil manufacturing or rewind experience.
- Electrical testing knowledge and experience.
- Engineering apprenticeship or equivalent technical qualification.
A competitive basic salary
Company-wide bonus scheme
Paid overtime opportunities
33 days annual leave.
Defined pension contributions.
Access to Medicash helping you cover everyday health costs like dental optical and physiotherapy plus a range of wellbeing perks.
Confidential support via Employee Assistance Programmes.
Access to discounts on shopping entertainment lifestyle plus opportunity to apply for Costco membership.
Discounted personal car leasing for you your family and friends.
Long Service Awards celebrating your commitment.
Continuous learning opportunities through Sulzer Learning Pathways.
As a Sulzer Award holder of the MoD Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, we welcome and support veterans, reservists and Cadet Adult Volunteers with policies for training, camps and deployment, plus a growing internal military network.
Sulzer is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in the strength of a diverse workforce and are committed to offering an inclusive work environment.
We are proud to be recognized as a Top Employer 2026 in Brazil, Canada, China, Finland, Germany, Ireland, Mexico, Switzerland, South Africa, the UK and the USA.
Skills Required
- Previous experience in an engineering, fitting, manufacturing or repair environment
- Mechanical aptitude and practical problem-solving skills
- Ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical instructions
- Attention to detail and commitment to high-quality work
- Teamworking and positive attitude
- Wire winding experience
- Experience working on motors, generators or other rotating equipment
- Coil manufacturing or rewind experience
- Electrical testing knowledge and experience
- Engineering apprenticeship or equivalent technical qualification
What We Do
Sulzer Ltd. is a global leader in fluid engineering and chemical processing applications, specializing in energy-efficient pumping, agitation, mixing, separation, and purification technologies for fluids of all types. The company provides critical applications for core infrastructure and large essential industries worldwide, supporting energy security and process efficiency. Its innovative solutions enable carbon emission reductions and the development of sustainable polymers, contributing to a circular economy.
