Sr. Mechanical Designer

Posted:
12/10/2025, 5:49:44 AM

Location(s):
Wisconsin, United States ⋅ City of Pewaukee, Wisconsin, United States

Experience Level(s):
Senior

Field(s):
Mechanical Engineering

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 Sr Mechanical Designer is responsible for designing new or special pump designs and performs modifications on various pump product lines in accordance with established company specifications and industry standards.

Responsibilities:

  • Primarily utilize Creo Parametric 4.0 or later and occasionally AutoCAD Release 2010 CAD or later software to perform applicable Mechanical component design, layout and detail drafting work.
  • Works independently on projects with little or no supervision and consults with the Engineering Manager and Project Engineers as required.
  • Prepare sketches or drawings necessary to generate pump design layout.
  • Work closely with Engineering and other departments to analyze projects for manufacturability.
  • Check component and assembly drawings of other department personnel as needed.
  • Conduct necessary investigations relative to designs based on internal and customer requirements.
  • Ability to work as needed to meet project deadlines.
  • Participate in the training of future new Drafting department employees as needed.

Qualifications:

  • Associates Degree in Mechanical Design or equivalent.
  • Minimum of seven (7) years progressive experience as a Mechanical CAD Designer.
  • Hands on mechanical aptitude.
  • Computer experience with MS Word and Excel.
  • Creo Parametric 4.0 or later along with a working knowledge of AutoCAD 2010 or later.
  • Ability to produce comprehensive reports.
  • Able to effectively communicate written and verbally in the English language.
  • Strong leadership skills.
  • Strong communication skills. 
  • Some prior supervision experience is preferred.

Xylem does not provide visa sponsorship for this position

Physical Demands:

  • Light lifting (20-25 pounds), office environment
  • Regularly required to sit or stand, reach, bend and move about the facility

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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