## Sr. Lead Engineer, Value EngineeringBewerbenremote type: Vor Ortlocations: Vadodara 73 East Avetime type: Full timeposted on: Heute ausgeschriebenjob requisition id: R48534Xylem ist ein Fortune 500 Wassertechnologieunternehmen mit global 23.000 Mitarbeitenden in über 100 Ländern und einer Mission: unseren Kunden durch innovative Technologielösungen und unser Fachwissen bei der Lösung von Wasserproblemen und -herausforderungen zu helfen. Wir sind der weltweit führende Anbieter effizienter, innovativer und nachhaltiger Wassertechnologien, die dafür sorgen, dass unser Wasser nachhaltig genutzt, optimal verwaltet, erhalten und wiederverwendet wird.**About the Role (Role Purpose)**The Central VAVE team works across Xylem segments and product lines to deliver **annualized cost savings** through structured VAVE methodology. The Senior VAVE Engineer will lead end-to-end VAVE projects focused on pump assemblies and components (hydraulics, castings, rotating parts, housings, mechanical interfaces), partnering with Engineering, Sourcing, Manufacturing, Quality, and Suppliers to generate, validate, and industrialize value ideas.**Impact:** Drive measurable annualized savings through robust engineering-based VAVE, with a strong focus on pumps, hydraulics, and mechanical design excellence.**Key Responsibilities****VAVE Delivery & Project Leadership*** Lead **VAVE projects** from ideation to implementation with clear charters, savings validation, and timeline ownership.* Perform **Function Analysis** and develop **FAST diagrams** to identify value opportunities and eliminate non-value-adding cost.* Generate and evaluate concepts using structured tools (e.g., functional decomposition, cost drivers, teardown/benchmarking, DFM/DFA).* Convert ideas into implementable engineering changes: design updates, drawings, specifications, and validation plans.**Pump Domain Engineering (Core)*** Provide deep technical leadership in **pump design & development**, including **hydraulic components** such as **impellers, volutes/diffusers**, and associated mechanical interfaces.* Conduct analytical assessments (performance, structural integrity, fit-up, manufacturability, tolerance stack impacts).* Ensure designs meet functional requirements: performance, reliability, manufacturability, serviceability, and compliance.**CAD, Drawings, GD&T*** Create/review 3D models and 2D drawings in **PTC Creo**; ensure change control and configuration discipline.* Interpret and apply **GD&T**; drive robust tolerancing for manufacturability and quality.* Perform drawing reviews and ensure design intent is captured accurately for suppliers and manufacturing.**Benchmarking, Cost & Cross-Functional Collaboration*** Lead **benchmarking / teardown** activities to compare competitive design and cost structures; translate learnings into actionable VAVE proposals.* Collaborate with **cost engineering team** on should-cost inputs, supplier ideas, and cost breakdown discussions.* Able to comprehend cost drivers and focus points for ideation from should cost report out.* Work with **Manufacturing/Quality** to validate process capability, risk, and implementation readiness.* Present VAVE findings to leadership with clear ROI, risk mitigation plans, and implementation roadmap.**Required Qualifications (Must Have)****Experience*** **10+ years** of industry experience with strong focus on **pump design and development** (centrifugal / mixed flow / axial, as applicable).* Demonstrated hands-on expertise in **VAVE tools and processes**, with **Function Analysis and FAST diagram development** as core strengths.**Technical Skills*** Strong **pump domain knowledge**, including hydraulic components (e.g., **impellers, volutes/diffusers**) and associated mechanical design considerations.* Strong **Mechanical Engineering fundamentals** (mechanics, machine design, materials, manufacturing basics, tolerance stack concepts).* Excellent **drawing reading skills** with solid **GD&T** application and interpretation.* Proven experience using **Creo (PTC Creo)** for 3D modeling and 2D drawings.* Strong analytical/problem-solving skills; ability to validate concepts using calculations, data, and engineering judgment.**Education & Academic Criteria (Screening)*** **10th and 12th: Minimum 70% aggregate** (or equivalent grading).* **Full-time BE/BTech (Mechanical or equivalent)** from a recognized institute/university, 7CGPA.* **Preferred education path:** **12th → Engineering degree** (candidates with **diploma route** are **not preferred** for this role).**Nice to Have (Preferred)*** Ability to interpret and apply **manufacturing drawings** and production documentation.* Knowledge of **material standards** (common pump metals, polymers, coatings) and standardization opportunities.* Knowledge of **manufacturing processes** (casting, machining, welding, sheet metal, injection molding, additive where relevant).* Experience with **plastic part design** (DFM, ribs, drafts, gating considerations, shrink/warp awareness).* Strong **data analytics** skills; experience with **Excel (advanced)**, **Power BI**, and usage of **AI tools** for engineering productivity.* Experience conducting **ideation workshops / Kaizen / VAVE workshops** with cross-functional teams.* Familiarity with **Six Sigma tools** (DMAIC, hypothesis testing, capability, FMEA, MSA).* Exposure to **pressure vessel design** fundamentals (codes/standards awareness is a plus).**Behavioral Competencies*** Strong stakeholder management across Engineering, Operations, Quality, and Sourcing.* Executive-ready communication—able to defend assumptions, trade-offs, and risks.* Bias for action and closure—drives implementation, not just ideas.* High learning agility and ability to work across multiple product lines/segments.* Structured thinking and documentation discipline.**Working Conditions / Additional Information*** Travel: Up to **15–25%** (sites/suppliers/workshops) as needed.* Work mode: As per site policy (hybrid/onsite).* Role type: **Individual Contributor** with project leadership responsibilities.Werden Sie Teil des globalen Xylem-Teams und gestalten Sie innovative Technologielösungen mit, die die Nutzung, Verfügbarkeit, den Schutz und die nachhaltige Verwendung von Wasser sicherstellen. Unsere Produkte kommen in der öffentlichen Versorgung, der Industrie, im Wohnbereich und in gewerblichen Gebäuden zum Einsatz – mit dem Ziel, intelligente Maschinen, Anlagen, Messsysteme, Netzwerktechnologien und fortschrittliche Analysen für Wasser-, Strom- und Gasversorger sowie die Industrie bereitzustellen. Arbeiten Sie mit uns an einer Welt, in der die aktuellen und kommenden Wasserherausforderungen mit Kreativität und Engagement gelöst werden und in der Inklusion und Zugehörigkeit als Treiber für Innovation erkannt werden, um unsere Wettbewerbsfähigkeit weltweit zu stärken.