Xylem Inc

Field Service Engineer, Water Treatment

Xylem Inc • $85K — $120K *
Richmond, VA 23223In-Person
Energy & Utilities
5 - 7 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience in field service, commissioning, or startup
  • Background in water treatment, wastewater, or high purity systems
  • Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills
  • Experience with PLCs and control systems
  • Ability to read P&IDs and engineering drawings
  • Strong communication and customer-facing skills
  • Ability to travel up to 85% (domestic and international)
  • Valid driver's license
  • Ability to work in industrial environments and lift up to 70 lbs.

Responsibilities

  • Commission and start up high purity water and wastewater systems
  • Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and process issues and drive solutions
  • Conduct site surveys, system testing, and performance validation
  • Work with PLC controls (Allen-Bradley, Siemens) and process instrumentation
  • Interpret and update P&IDs, schematics, and technical documentation
  • Provide on-site customer training and technical support
  • Support equipment maintenance, including pumps, valves, and piping systems
  • Ensure compliance with safety standards and procedures

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, Vision plans
  • 401(k) with company contribution
  • Paid time off
  • Paid parental leave
  • Tuition reimbursement
Full Job Description
Xylem/Evoqua - Field Service Engineer - Water Treatment

We're seeking a hands-on Field Process Engineer to own the startup, commissioning, and troubleshooting of advanced water and wastewater treatment systems. This is a boots-on-the-ground role with heavy travel, close customer interaction, and direct responsibility for making sure every system hits its performance and quality targets.

What You'll Do:
  • Commissioning and startup of high purity water and wastewater systems
  • Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and process issues and drive solutions
  • Conduct site surveys, system testing, and performance validation
  • Work with PLC controls (Allen-Bradley, Siemens) and process instrumentation
  • Work on various low-voltage and power systems including 24 VDC, 120 VAC, 220 VAC, 208/277 VAC, 480 VAC
  • Interpret and update P&IDs, schematics, and technical documentation
  • Provide on-site customer training and technical support
  • Support equipment maintenance, including pumps, valves, and piping systems
  • Ensure compliance with safety standards and procedures


What You'll Bring:
  • 5+ years of experience in field service, commissioning, or startup
  • Background in water treatment, wastewater, or high purity systems
  • Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills
  • Experience with PLCs and control systems
  • Ability to read P&IDs and engineering drawings
  • Strong communication and customer-facing skills
  • Ability to trave up to 85% (domestic and international)
  • Valid driver's license
  • Ability to work in industrial environments and lift up to 70 lbs

Preferred
  • Bilingual in Spanish and English
  • Project leadership experience
  • Familiarity with process chemistry and water treatment systems


Education:

Bachelor's degree in Engineering preferred
Degree commensurate wastewater commissioning and troubleshooting experience will be considered.

The estimated salary range for this position is $85,000 to $120,000. Starting pay is dependent on multiple factors, such as skills, experience and work location, and is not typically at the top of the range.

At Xylem we offer a competitive compensation package with a generous benefit package, including Medical, Dental, Vision plans, 401(k) with company contribution, paid time off, paid parental leave and tuition reimbursement.

Xylem does not provide visa sponsorship for this position

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About Xylem Inc

Xylem is a water technology company that designs and manufactures innovative solutions to meet the world's water needs. They provide water and wastewater applications with a broad portfolio of products and services that address the full cycle of water, from collection, distribution and use to the return of water to the environment. Xylem operates in more than 150 countries and has a workforce of over 17,000 employees. The company was spun off from ITT Corporation in 2011 and is headquartered in Rye Brook, New York.
Learn more about Xylem Inc
Size
17,300 employees
Market Cap
$19.9 billion
Industry
Energy & Utilities
Net Income
$254 million
5 Year Trend
+6.6%
Revenue
$4.8 billion
NASDAQ
XYL
* Ladders Estimates

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