Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain embedded hardware for intelligent control and monitoring systems.
• Build analog, digital, and mixed-signal schematics, component selection, power management systems, and sensor interfaces.
• Design multi-layer printed circuit boards using electronic computer-aided design (ECAD) software.
• Create technical design documentation, engineering specifications, and verification/validation test plans.
• Perform system integration, debugging, verification, and performance testing of hardware and software.
• Conduct root-cause analysis and engineering diagnostics on deployed products at both hardware and software levels.
• Support and participate in Embedded Firmware development using programming languages such as C/C++ language, different development environments.
• Coordinate with software, firmware, and mechanical packaging teams to ensure smooth system integration and compliance including EMC/EMI, FCC, CE, UL, CSA, and other applicable product certifications.
• Provide technical support for manufacturing, production testing, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Travel to customer sites as required to investigate, diagnose, and resolve field issues involving installed products.
• Translate Voice of Customer (VoC), market needs, and commercial requirements into hardware and software design specifications.
• Support New Product Development (NPD) activities following the Xylem Product Development (XPD) process.
• Interface with customers, installers, consultants, distributors, suppliers, and cross-functional engineering teams to resolve technical issues and improve product performance.
• Participate in design reviews, technical risk assessments, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in embedded systems, electronic controls, or industrial automation, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience developing products utilizing Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) in industrial or commercial pumping, HVAC, or similar applications.
• Experience working within global engineering teams and structured product development processes.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate across engineering, manufacturing, product management, and customer-facing teams.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally (approximately 10 620%) for customer support, product validation, and technical meetings.

Technical Expertise

Required Experience

• Embedded systems development using PIC microcontrollers or similar embedded platforms
• PCB design, layout, and manufacturing support
• Digital and analog circuit design, simulation and testing using lab equipment
• Embedded firmware development in C/C++
• Industrial communication protocols including Modbus, BACnet, DeviceNet, TCP/IP, Zigbee, CAN, RS-485.
• Integration of pressure, flow, temperature, level, and other industrial sensors and actuators
• Communication gateways and Industrial IoT connectivity for remote monitoring and diagnostics

Strong Working Knowledge Of

• Hardware development lifecycle from concept through production
• Proficiency in Altium or equivalent PCB Desing Software
• Proficient in using Oscilloscopes, Multimeters, Power Supplies and logic analyzers
• Knowledge of Software development best practices including version control, code reviews, unit testing, integration testing
• Engineering analysis and simulation tools such as MATLAB, Simulink, and PSIM
• Product verification and validation methodologies
• Regulatory compliance including UL, CE, EMC, and applicable industrial standards
• Manufacturing support, DFM (Design for Manufacturability), and production test methodologies
• Control system architecture and control algorithm development
• Closed-loop control of motors and pumping systems

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience developing smart connected products or Industrial IoT solutions.
• Experience with motor control systems and variable speed pumping applications.
• Familiarity with cybersecurity concepts for embedded devices and connected products.
• Experience with Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, or other wireless communication technologies.
• Knowledge of cloud-connected monitoring platforms and communication gateways.
• Experience supporting products through field deployment and post-launch continuous improvement.
• Project leadership or technical leadership experience within cross-functional engineering teams.

The salary range for this position is $100,000 to $120,000 plus bonus. 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, and Vision plans, 401(k) with company contribution, paid time off, paid parental leave, and tuition reimbursement.

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