Senior Design Engineer

Xylem; Tamil Nadu; On-site; INR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Xylem seeks a Mechanical Design Engineer in Chennai, India, to develop 3D CAD models, plant layouts, and piping drawings for water treatment systems. You will craft GA drawings and fabrication packs for skid-based equipment, ensuring compliance with project standards and industry codes.

You will work with international teams, prepare BOMs in ERP/SAP, and maintain design data in Vault Pro. A strong background in mechanical design and water/wastewater experience is essential.

Qualifications

• BE/BTech in Mechanical Engineering with First Class.
• 8+ years hands-on 3D CAD experience using Autodesk Inventor.
• Exposure to AutoCAD and SolidWorks is a plus.
• Experience in water/wastewater or oil & gas/chemical process domains preferred.
• Knowledge of piping standards, isometric generation, BOMs, and PLM/PDM tools.

Responsibilities

• Create 3D models, plant layouts, piping layouts, isometrics and CAD drawings for water treatment plants.
• Produce GA drawings, assemblies, and fabrication drawings for process equipment.
• Design skid-based systems per codes and standards; support BOMs in ERP/SAP.
• Update metadata in PDM/PLM (Vault Pro) for records and retrieval.
• Coordinate with cross-functional and international teams to meet technical requirements.

Skills

3D CAD

Autodesk Inventor

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Piping design

BOM in ERP/SAP

PDM/PLM

MS Office

Education

BE/BTech Mechanical Engineering, First Class

Tools

Vault Pro

ERP/SAP

Microsoft Excel

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.

Job Title: Mechanical Design Engineer

Business Unit & Location: Engineering Technology Center, Evoqua Water Technologies, Chennai - India

Responsibilities

• Create 3D models, plant layouts, piping layouts, isometric/Spool generation and CAD drawings for Water and Wastewater treatment plants or any other process treatment plant.
• Create 3D models and CAD drawings of engineered products / process equipment, including creation of general arrangement, assembly and fabrication drawings.
• Understanding P&ID, PFD, Equipment / Pump datasheets, 3D design and detailing of skid-based water treatment systems like UF, RO, CEDI, CIP, UV, Softeners etc.,
• Designing of skids as per codes and standards.
• Create Bill of Materials (BOMs) in enterprise resource planning (ERP / SAP) system.
• Create and update meta data of designs and 3D models in PDM/PLM system (Vault Pro) for records, control and retrieval.
• Cross functional interaction / coordination to prepare plant layouts, piping layouts and GA drawings meeting the technical requirement.

Academic And Professional Requirements

• BE., / B Tech in Mechanical Engineering with First Class.
• 8 years and above hands of experience in 3D CAD using Autodesk Inventor. Exposure in AutoCAD and Solidworks will be an added advantage but not a must.
• Experience in plant and equipment design & detail engineering in the domain of Water and Wastewater Treatment is preferred or similar experience in the Oil & Gas, Chemical process and Power plants can be considered.
• Experience in interconnecting piping, isometric generation, piping standards, material standards and codes applicable to water and wastewater treatment equipment and system are preferred.
• Experience in detail engineering of skid-based water treatment systems like UF, RO, CEDI, CIP, UV, Softeners etc., with structural design and detailing of skid frames, tank weldment assemblies are preferred.
• Experience in equipment / product design and detail engineering with fair knowledge of material specification, fabrication detailing, Limits, Fits, GD&T, are preferred.
• Exposure to MS Office package for preparing necessary documents, excel files and ppt’s will be an advantage.
• Experience in working with international teams towards engineering design will be an advantage.
• Good communication skills to liaise with international teams; Extra miler / self-driven to meet the commitments / goals. Be analytical and problem solving.

About Evoqua Water Technologies (EWT)

EWT is headquartered in the US and operates in multiple locations worldwide. EWT has more than 100-year heritage of innovation and industry firsts, market-leading expertise, and unmatched customer service. Our cost-effective and reliable water and wastewater 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 wastewater treatment systems covering various industrial and municipal needs worldwide.

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.