Application Engineer II

Xylem; Colorado Springs (CO); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Dental plans

Vision plans

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Paid parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Xylem Watermark volunteer program

Inclusive work environment

Job summary

Xylem is seeking an Application Engineer III to design and optimize complex wastewater and process water systems across multiple industries. The role emphasizes independent problem solving with support from senior engineers and sales, focusing on process design, PFDs/P&IDs, and cost-aware equipment selection.

Ideal candidates bring a BS in Chemical Engineering with 4+ years of experience and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Requires BS/BA degree in Chemical Engineering; Master’s degree preferred.
• 4+ yrs of experience.
• Ability to conduct and understand water quality projections.
• Advanced competency in multiple standard equipment platforms and their employment.
• Adequate execution with limited guidance.
• Strong collaboration with other disciplines and teams.
• Solid understanding of sales processes, proposals, costing and risk mitigation.
• Excellent communication skills for customer presentations.

Responsibilities

• Review RFQs and technical specifications.
• Perform process design calculations.
• Develop PFDs and P&IDs.
• Prepare mass and water balances.
• Perform hydraulic calculations and pump sizing.
• Select equipment and materials for costing.
• Identify technical and commercial risks.
• Develop execution strategies and proposals.
• Present technical solutions to customers.
• Support bid/no-bid decisions.
• Mentor other engineers.

Skills

Chemical Engineering

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Financial principles

Sales process understanding

Education

BS/BA in Chemical Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Hybrid

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Colorado Springs, Colorado

Houston

Charlotte, North Carolina

Morton Grove, Illinois

Full time

R49382

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 Application Engineer III will focus on complex wastewater and process water solutions across markets such as microelectronics, food & beverage, mining, power, pulp & paper, and chemical processing. The wastewater systems typically consist of equalization, pH neutralization, chemical precipitation, clarification, Dissolved Air Floatation (DAF), media filtration, ultra filtration, reverse osmosis, sludge thickening and dewatering. The process water systems typically consist of media filtration, softening, carbon filtration, ultra filtration, reverse osmosis, Clean-In-Place (CIP) systems, regenerable Ion Exchange (IX), and Continuous Electrodeionization (CEDI).

Operates in a mostly independent capacity, with support from Application Engineer IVs and supervisor, determining proper design and approach for solving customer requirements. May support developing engineers in a mentor capacity when needed.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS

• Live our culture and exemplify our Growth Enabling Behaviors to be inspired to innovate, empowered to lead, and accountable to deliver.
• Work primarily with the direct sales team
• Review RFQs and technical specifications
• Perform process design calculations
• Develop Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs) and Process & Instrument Diagrams (P&IDs)
• Prepare mass balances and water balances
• Perform hydraulic calculations and pump sizing
• Equipment selection and material selection which can be used for costing
• Identify technical and commercial risks
• Develop conceptual, budgetary and firm proposals
• Present technical solutions to customers
• Support bid/no-bid and go/no-go decisions
• Train and mentor other engineers

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• Requires BS/BA degree in Chemical Engineering; Master’s degree preferred
• 4+ yrs of experience
• Ability to conduct and understand water quality projections.
• Advanced competency in multiple standard equipment platforms and their employment. Thorough understanding of common components and their application.
• Able to execute complex tasks with limited guidance.
• Effectively collaborates with other disciplines in a team environment.
• Solid understanding of the sales process and how organizational role influences outcome.
• Solid understanding of financial principles related to proposals, costing, business outcome and risk mitigation.
• Solid understanding of contractual terms and conditions.
• Advanced ability to develop execution strategy while mitigating business risk.
• Possesses excellent communications skills and can effectively present technical information in a customer setting.

The estimated salary range for this position is $80k to $100k. Starting pay is dependent on multiple factors, such as skills, experience and work location, and is not typically at the top of the range. At Xylem we offer a competitive compensation package with a generous benefit package, including Medical, Dental, Vision plans, 401(k) with company contribution, paid time off, paid parental leave and tuition reimbursement.

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 Affirmitive 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

Want to know what kind of Impact you can make?

Our goal is to optimize water access and quality, and promote responsible consumption, so that communities across the globe

can thrive. Through Xylem Watermark, our Corporate Citizenship Program, we provide and protect safe water resources for

communities around the world by engaging all stakeholders and educating about water issues.

Learn more by clicking here – Working at Xylem

( https://www.xylem.com/en-us/careers/working-at-xylem/ )

Inclusion and Belonging at Xylem

Inclusion and Belonging are fundamental to how we enable our customers to tackle global water challenges.

Learn more about our commitment to Inclusion and Belonging.

( https://www.xylem.com/en-us/careers/inclusion-and-belonging/ )