Xylem is a Fortune 500 global water solutions company dedicated to advancing sustainable impact and empowering the people who make water work every day. As a leading water technology company with 23,000 employees operating in over 150 countries, Xylem is at the forefront of addressing the world's most critical water challenges. We invite passionate individuals to join our team, dedicated to exceeding customer expectations through innovative and sustainable solutions.
The Role:
The Engineering Manager is involved in engineering projects, from initiation to commissioning to product support. The position responsibilities include project execution and control to achieve continuity of purpose within scope, budget, and time schedules. He/she is responsible for scheduling, developing, planning, pricing, executing, monitoring, and controlling capital projects. The position executes engineering and design requirements to furnish the deliverables set forth in EnviroMix sales contracts, defines the systems and equipment described in the order, and ensures that systems comply with, and function to, customer specifications. The position provides leadership and direction to the engineering department while handling specific design aspects on projects appropriate to his/her discipline field.
What You'll do:
- Lead project engineering from concept through field start-up
- Coordinate and direct the design team to ensure accuracy, completeness, and on-time delivery
- Develop and review system designs including P&IDs, component selections, and mechanical documentation
- Ensure compliance with engineering standards, codes, customer specifications, and contract requirements
- Support sales with technical input, pricing development, and proposals
- Review production drawings and recommend improvements for cost efficiency and manufacturability
- Serve as a technical liaison for customers, partners, and internal stakeholders
- Provide troubleshooting support for field performance issues (remote and onsite as needed)
- Support purchasing in identifying critical design requirements and supplier qualifications
- Participate in cross-functional process improvement initiatives
What You'll Bring:
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Environmental, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering
- 8–12 years of related engineering experience
- Experience managing capital or engineered-to-order projects
- Strong understanding of mechanical system design and component selection
- Proven ability to lead engineering teams and manage multiple project timelines
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work onsite in Charleston, SC
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in municipal wastewater treatment systems
- Experience with compressed air systems or pressure piping systems
- Familiarity with PLC/HMI control systems and instrumentation configuration
- Professional Engineer (PE) license
- Experience with SolidWorks or other 3D CAD modeling software
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Join the global Xylem team to be a part of innovative technology solutions transforming water usage, conservation, and re-use. Our products impact public utilities, industrial sectors, residential areas, and commercial buildings, with a commitment to providing smart metering, network technologies, and advanced analytics for water, electric, and gas utilities. Partner with us in creating a world where water challenges are met with ingenuity and dedication; where we recognize the power of inclusion and belonging in driving innovation and allowing us to compete more effectively around the world.
At Xylem, you'll not only contribute to solving water issues but also have the chance to make a difference through our paid Volunteer Program, Xylem Watermark. We prioritize our employees' well-being through inclusion and belonging as well as our Employee Resource Groups (ERG). Proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (including disability and veterans) and Affirmative Action workplace, Xylem fosters an inclusive environment free from discrimination or harassment.
Please note that the information in this job description outlines the general nature of the position and is not an exhaustive list of duties. Xylem is dedicated to providing reasonable accommodations to enable all employees to perform their essential job functions. We reserve the right to modify this job description and assign additional duties as needed. Embrace the opportunity to be part of Xylem's transformative journey in shaping the future of water technology! #XylemCareers #GlobalImpact #WaterInnovation
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Xylem |ˈzīləm|
1) The tissue in plants that brings water upward from the roots;
2) a leading global water technology company.
Xylem, a leading global water technology company dedicated to solving the world’s most challenging water issues, is the leading global provider of efficient, innovative and sustainable water technologies improving the way water is used, managed, conserved and re-used. Our international team is unified in a common purpose: creating advanced technology and other trusted solutions to solve the world’s water challenges. We are committed to creating an organization of inclusion and diversity, where everyone feels involved, respected, valued and connected, and where everyone is free to bring their authentic selves and ideas.
If you are excited and passionate about helping us #letssolvewater, we want to hear from you!
