Electrical and Controls Engineer

Xylem; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Volunteer Program

Employee Resource Groups (ERG)

Job summary

Xylem is seeking an experienced Electrical & Controls Engineer to lead automation projects from concept through commissioning for industrial and water treatment applications. You will design control systems, programs, and documentation in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team.

You bring a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering and 5+ years in industrial automation, with strong PLC/HMI skills (Allen-Bradley/Rockwell) and experience in panel design, system integration, and commissioning.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in industrial automation and process control.
• Strong PLC/HMI programming experience, especially Allen-Bradley/Rockwell Automation.
• Experience with electrical control panel design, system integration, and commissioning.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, engineering specifications, and P&IDs.
• Strong troubleshooting, communication, and customer-facing skills.

Responsibilities

• Design electrical control systems, control panels, and automation architectures.
• Develop PLC and HMI programs (Allen-Bradley/Rockwell preferred).
• Review electrical schematics, specifications, and P&IDs.
• Create electrical drawings and documentation using AutoCAD Electrical.
• Perform FAT, startup, commissioning, troubleshooting, and field support.
• Integrate systems with customer SCADA platforms.
• Prepare project documentation, submittals, and O&M manuals.
• Collaborate with customers, contractors, vendors, and cross-functional teams.

Skills

Industrial automation

PLC/HMI programming

AutoCAD Electrical

System integration

Field commissioning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

SCADA platforms

Allen-Bradley/Rockwell

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 Role

We’re looking for an experienced Electrical & Controls Engineer to join our multidisciplinary engineering team. In this role, you’ll lead automation projects from concept through commissioning, developing innovative electrical and control solutions for industrial and water treatment applications.

What You’ll Do:

• Design electrical control systems, control panels, and automation architectures
• Develop PLC and HMI programs (Allen-Bradley/Rockwell preferred)
• Review electrical schematics, specifications, and P&IDs
• Create electrical drawings and documentation using AutoCAD Electrical
• Perform Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), startup, commissioning, troubleshooting, and field support
• Integrate systems with customer SCADA platforms
• Prepare project documentation, submittals, and O&M manuals
• Collaborate with customers, contractors, vendors, and cross-functional teams to ensure successful project delivery
• Identify opportunities to improve designs, reduce costs, and drive continuous improvement
• Provide technical support and training for customers and internal teams

What You’ll Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline
• 5+ years of experience in industrial automation and process control
• Strong PLC/HMI programming experience, especially Allen-Bradley/Rockwell Automation
• Experience with electrical control panel design, system integration, and commissioning
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, engineering specifications, and P&IDs
• Strong troubleshooting, communication, and customer-facing skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with water or wastewater treatment systems
• Experience with Siemens, Schneider Electric/Modicon, GE, or other PLC platforms
• AutoCAD Electrical and SCADA integration experience
• Knowledge of NEC, cUL, and IEC standards

#LI-JO2

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 Affimative 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