Application Engineer IV

Xylem; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Volunteer program - Xylem Watermark

Inclusive workplace

Job summary

Xylem is a Fortune 500 global water solutions company seeking an Application Engineer IV to design and deliver complex wastewater and process water solutions across multiple markets. You will work with a direct sales team, review specifications, perform mass balances, and size pumps while developing robust PFDs and P&IDs to meet customer needs.

The role emphasizes technical leadership, collaboration with engineers and sales, and the ability to present solutions and manage risk across projects.

Qualifications

• Requires BS/BA in Chemical Engineering; Master’s degree preferred.
• 8+ years of relevant experience.
• Advanced knowledge of water treatment processes to achieve customer outcomes.
• Advanced competency in standard equipment platforms and their use.
• Ability to source and apply advanced 3rd party components in new applications.
• Leads others in executing complex tasks and projects.
• Collaborates across disciplines in a team environment.
• Strong understanding of sales processes, proposals, costing and risk.

Responsibilities

• Live our culture and Growth Enabling Behaviors to inspire and deliver.
• Work primarily with the direct sales team.
• Review RFQs and technical specifications.
• Perform process design calculations.
• Develop PFDs and P&IDs for projects.
• Prepare mass balances and water balances.
• Perform hydraulic calculations and pump sizing.
• Select equipment and materials 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.

Skills

Process design calculations

PFDs & P&IDs

Mass and water balances

Hydraulic calculations

Pump sizing

Equipment selection

Cross-functional collaboration

Customer presentations

Education

BS in Chemical Engineering

Master’s degree preferred

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.

The Application Engineer IV 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).

The Application Engineer IV operates independently determining proper design and approach for solving customer requirements and provides training and direction for other engineers.

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
• 8+ yrs of relevant experience
• Advanced knowledge of business tools, processes and procedures.
• Technical expert in understanding water treatment processes to achieve customer desired outcome.
• Advanced competency in all standard equipment platforms and their employment.
• Ability to source and apply advanced 3rd party components in new applications.
• Able to lead others in the execution of complex tasks and projects.
• Effectively collaborates with other disciplines in a team environment.
• Solid understanding of the sales process and how organizational role influences the 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 and guide others while mitigating business risk.
• Possesses excellent communications skills and can effectively present advanced technical information in a customer setting.
• Conducts training and seeks to motivate and develop the organization to achieve greater results.

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!