Mechnical Engineer II

Xylem; Chennai; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Xylem in Chennai, India, seeks an experienced Mechanical Engineer to join our Engineering Centre of Excellence. You will review customer requirements, provide technical support for water treatment projects, and contribute to design, calculations, P&ID creation, and vendor evaluations.

International projects and adherence to global standards are expected. You will work with cross‑functional teams to ensure timely delivery, quality, and cost efficiency, while expanding your knowledge of wastewater

Qualifications

• Engineering qualification in Mechanical discipline required.
• Experience: 6–10 years in industrial wastewater processes and related systems.

Responsibilities

• Review and translate customer requirements from contract documents.
• Provide technical assistance, equipment selections, specifications and engineering deliverables for Water Technologies products.
• Contribute to design verification, calculations, and P&ID development for wastewater and process water projects.
• Support project execution from design through commissioning, ensuring compliance with standards.

Skills

Technical interpretation

Problem solving

Computer literacy

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication and reporting

Planning and prioritization

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical engineering

Job description

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.

Business Unit & Location: Engineering Centre of Excellence, Chennai - India

About company:

We are an MNC headquartered in the US and operates in 170+ locations worldwide with 3500 employees. We have a more than 100-year heritage of innovation and industry firsts, market‑leading expertise, and unmatched customer service. Our cost-effective and reliable water and waste water treatment systems and services ensure uninterrupted quantity and quality of water, enable regulatory and environmental compliance, increase efficiency through water reuse, and prepare customers for next‑generation demands. Wide range of proven product brands and services ranging from primary clarification, pretreatment, ultrafiltration, reverse osmosis, ultraviolet systems, electro deionization, to most advanced water and waste water treatment systems covering various industrial and municipal needs worldwide.

To meet the company’s next level of growth and as a part of expansion strategy we are expanding our center of excellence for engineering in Chennai, India. Feel that you can be a part of the team to contribute and grow,

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for reviewing, digesting and technical translation of customer specific requirements from contract documentation.
• Responsible for providing technical assistance, detail equipment selections, specification preparation and delivering engineering deliverables to support a variety of Water Technologies products and systems.
• The Mechanical Engineer will be significantly involved in the execution phase of the projects as well as providing support during the commissioning stages. The successful candidate will be responsible for design verification and engineering of Wastewater & Process water Treatment projects in accordance with client specifications, National, International and company standards.
• Responsible for creating Process Calculations and Process Flow Diagrams, defining and producing P&ID’s, pump sizing and pressure drop calculations, equipment data sheets and process equipment specifications, selection and detailing of valves, instruments, and equipment schedules, and technical evaluation of supplier proposals and designs. Preparation of mechanical and hydraulic designs; supported by calculations and references.
• Responsible for supplying necessary inputs to the Design team in preparation of plant layout drawings including civil construction requirement details, pipework system designs, storage and transfer system arrangements, compressed air systems and pneumatic controls system designs.
• Responsible for reviewing of Process Control Philosophies and Functional Design Specifications to ensure that relevant design and engineering information is coordinated to all disciplines and that process control aspects are included where required, Compilation of specification sheets for the selected equipment.
• Assist in resolving design issues during manufacture, installation, commissioning and operation of WT products and systems, and liaise with customers with respect to legacy design issues.
• To comply with, support and develop the Company Quality Assurance System – BS EN:ISO 9001:2008.
• To work in conjunction with the Application systems engineer and Mechanical design team.
• To assist the mechanical design team and others in the implementation of company quality Q.A Procedures with regard to Engineering Design Document Control Procedures and assist in the maintenance of the document control system.
• Maintain an up-to-date awareness and knowledge of various water treatment processes, plant and equipment types and associated suppliers that may be associated or influence the design of EWT products or systems.
• Knowledge on the Wastewater & Pre-treatment systems, Reverse Osmosis, Electro De-ionization, Polishing & Mixed Beds, Chemical Dosing system, Water treatment process & Distribution systems for Pharma industries, Semi-conductor or electronic industries is desired.

Requirements

An engineering qualification at Degree level or equivalent, this should be in a Mechanical discipline.

6 to 10 years’ experience in Industrial Wastewater like Clarifiers, DAF, MBR, Filter Press, Pre-treatment systems (Carbon, MMF & Softeners), Reverse Osmosis, Electro De-ionization, Polishing & Mixed Beds, Chemical Dosing system, Water treatment process & Distribution systems for Pharma industries, Semi-conductor or electronic industries is desired.

Experience with project execution and design check. Experience of pipe & structural steelwork welding methods, codes and techniques.

Knowledge and experience with usage of International codes.

A good understanding of manufacturing and production methods and processes.

A good understanding of the cost saving in the projects.

International exposure and experience with international clients is desirable.

Skills and competencies

• Ability to interpret a wide variety of technical instructions which may be presented in diagrammatic form and deal with technically factual information as well as information which is open to interpretation.
• Good problem-solving ability and possess a creative approach for new ideas.
• A Good Level of computer literacy
• Demonstrate a high level of attention to detail.
• Good team-working skills and attitude
• Good communication, presentation, and reporting skills
• Be able to work in an organized way with the ability to prioritize and plan effectively.

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.