Join Xylem in the global mission to #LetsSolveWater! 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.

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! For more information, please visit us at www.xylem.com​.

We Offer You More than Just “A Job”           

• Professional Development – To advance the capabilities of our people, we offer a wide variety of experiences to support our employees’ professional growth and continuous learning.
• Total Rewards – We offer comprehensive programs for compensation, benefits, recognition, learning and development, work-life integration and corporate citizenship.
• Watermark – Watermark is our corporate social responsibility program working to provide education and access to safe water to ensure healthy lives, gender equality, and resilient communities. Employees have the opportunity to learn and volunteer on various water-related projects.
• Employee Networks – Our Employee Networks provide a professional, supportive network for employees from diverse backgrounds, including Women’s, LGBT+ and Allies, Veteran’s, People of Color and Allies, Emerging Leaders, and Working Parents Networks.

Your Role:  Xylem seeks to hire a Mechanical Designer who will work within a multi-disciplinary regional team consisting of a Territory Manager, Applications Engineer, Project Engineer, and Project Manager. This position will be located at the Global Water Center in Milwaukee, WI. This position is responsible for creating mechanical design equipment and fabrication drawings for aeration and biological projects in accordance with company established specifications and industry standards.

Essential Duties/Principal Responsibilities:

• Primary responsibility is to expedite construction and fabrication drawings along with bills of material and other documentation for the installation of aeration and biological equipment in new or existing facilities.
• Creates submittal and fabrication drawings utilizing AutoCAD and PTC Creo.
• Works on projects under the supervision of the mechanical design supervisor, engineers and Senior/Lead Designers.
• Check component and assembly drawings of other department personnel as needed.
• Conduct routine investigations relative to designs based on internal and customer requirements.
• Revision control on all CAD files
• Make recommendations to improve product cost, quality and manufacturing efficiency
• Work with engineering and production personnel to troubleshoot and resolve any design issues
• Create and maintain all drawing files and keep them updated according to Company procedures
• Support the project execution team in review of plans and specifications, entry into standard product calculations and documentation
• Perform other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications: Education, Experience, Skills, Abilities, License/Certification:

• Associate’s degree in Design, Drafting or related technical field with at least three (3) years of experience in custom manufacturing environment with emphasis on stainless steel, PVC and CPVC piping.
• Proficient in 2D AutoCAD and has worked in 3D modeling such as PTC CREO or SolidWorks.
• Demonstrated ability to be a self-starter and work independently
• Read and interpret complex engineering drawings and specifications
• Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel

Physical Demands:

(The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)

• Regularly required to sit or stand, reach, bend and move about the facility

Work Environment:

(The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)

• Office: Standard office equipment; work usually performed in an office setting free from any disagreeable elements.
• Occasional exposure to shop and field elements (Wastewater Treatment Plants)

Xylem is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

Salary range:

$0.00 - $0.00

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 diversity, equity and inclusion in driving innovation and allowing us to compete more effectively around the world.