Senior Process Engineer

Posted:
8/11/2024, 5:00:00 PM

Location(s):
Houston, Texas, United States ⋅ Texas, United States

Experience Level(s):
Senior

Field(s):
Mechanical Engineering

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.

Position Summary

Xylem is seeking an experienced Process Engineer in the Houston, Texas area to optimize industrial water treatment plants in the Southeast US. In this role, you will troubleshoot and optimize complex water and waste water treatment processes. This will be accomplished by working with operations personnel and our customer, reviewing process data, performing pilots and experiments to interpret and understand the root cause issues of problems at plants.

What we can offer you

  • Our Total Rewards Program goes far beyond base compensation by providing a more fulfilling work experience and offering a competitive benefits package. Health, Dental, and Vision insurance available on your 1st day of employment Generous retirement saving plan
  • Flexible time off
  • Career progression and development plans
  • Company wellness, rewards and recognition, and employee discount programs

Core Responsibilities and Tasks

  • Innovate process treatment to improve site production
  • Provide support in design, development, testing and modifications of systems
  • Implementation of process changes to improve safety, cost, production, and reliability
  • Participate in material specification, schematic preparation and appropriate follow-up
  • Prepare explanations and clarify information to enable proper interpretation and evaluation of specifications, performance characteristics or other technical data
  • Communicate technical and commercial issues

Position Requirements

FORMAL EDUCATION:

  • Requires BS/BA in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related discipline required (advanced degree strongly preferred)
  • 5+ years of Industrial Chemical process OR Water Treatment process experience required

KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE:

  • Experience in design, installation, start up, operation and maintenance of industrial sized Reverse Osmosis systems is preferred
  • Hands-on experience within a plant is required
  • Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, organizing, and planning skills
  • Able to mentor, teach and train others on proper operation of water treatment processes
  • A self-starter, capable of working independently
  • Must be a good communicator, (verbally and in writing) and have good customer focus

Additional Details

  • TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: 60% to customer sites in the Southeast
  • #LI-Remote
  • Salary Range: 100,000-120,000

Salary range:

$91,500.00 - $164,500.00

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.

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 embrace diversity and prioritize our employees' well-being through our DE&I initiatives and 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