Engineer IV

Xylem; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 125,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision plan

401(k) with company contribution

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Volunteer program (Xylem Watermark)

Job summary

Xylem is seeking an experienced Engineer IV to lead the design, programming, commissioning, and optimization of sophisticated water treatment systems for refineries, power plants, and chemical processing facilities. You will drive projects from concept through startup, developing advanced PLC and HMI solutions for industrial customers.

The role calls for strong expertise in Allen-Bradley and Siemens PLCs, HMI/SCADA, and field commissioning in heavy industrial environments, with a focus on

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in industrial process control, automation, or instrumentation engineering.
• Strong understanding of P&IDs, ISA standards, instrumentation diagrams, and electrical schematics.
• Experience with AutoCAD and electrical drawing markups.

Responsibilities

• Lead Controls & Automation Projects for large industrial clients.
• Design and develop industrial control systems for water treatment applications.
• Program PLCs, develop HMI and SCADA solutions, and support commissioning and startup.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Controls Engineering

Automation Engineering

P&ID knowledge

ISA standards

AutoCAD

Allen-Bradley PLC

Siemens PLC

HMI development

SCADA systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Electrical drawing markups

SLC/CompactLogix/ControlLogix

S7-200/300/1200/1500

Ethernet/IP/Modbus

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 RoleWe're seeking a highly experienced Engineer IV to lead the design, programming, commissioning, and optimization of sophisticated water treatment systems serving refineries, power plants, chemical processing facilities, and other large industrial customers.This is not a maintenance-only role. You'll be a technical leader who influences projects from concept through startup, develops advanced PLC and HMI solutions, supports customer operations, and serves as a trusted expert for both internal teams and customers.If you thrive on solving complex process challenges, commissioning systems in the field, and working directly with industrial customers, we'd love to hear from you.What You'll Do:Lead Controls & Automation ProjectsDesign and develop industrial control systems for water treatment and purification applications.Create and modify PLC programs, HMI applications, and control logic to meet customer and project requirements.Support system integration, testing, commissioning, startup, and optimization activities.Participate in project discovery sessions, kickoffs, customer meetings, and technical reviews.Serve as a Technical ExpertTroubleshoot complex automation, instrumentation, and electrical system issues.Provide pre-sales and post-sales technical support, including controls architecture recommendations and cost estimates.Support field service teams with controls-related diagnostics and problem resolution.Recommend system improvements that enhance reliability, performance, and long-term operating costs.Drive Customer SuccessConduct site audits of electrical, instrumentation, and control systems.Prepare technical reports with findings, recommendations, and improvement strategies.Support operator training and knowledge transfer activities.Assist with calibration and commissioning of process instrumentation and analytical equipment.What You'll Bring:Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Automation Engineering, or a related discipline.10+ years of experience in industrial process control, automation, or instrumentation engineering.Proven experience developing, programming, commissioning, and troubleshooting industrial control systems.Strong understanding of P&IDs, ISA standards, instrumentation diagrams, and electrical schematics.Experience with AutoCAD and electrical drawing markups.Ability to develop project plans, define milestones, and manage technical deliverables.Technical Expertise:Allen-Bradley PLC platforms including SLC, CompactLogix, and ControlLogix.Siemens PLC platforms including S7-200, S7-300, S7-1200, and S7-1500.PLC programming, configuration, diagnostics, and commissioning.HMI development, screen design, configuration, and troubleshooting.SCADA systems and industrial automation architectures.Industrial networking including Ethernet/IP, ControlNet, Modbus, and RS-485.Process instrumentation including flow, pressure, temperature, level, conductivity, pH, ORP, and related technologies.Variable Frequency Drives (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Danfoss).Industrial power distribution, motor controls, NEC, and NFPA 70E electrical safety requirements.Preferred:Experience in water treatment, wastewater treatment, or industrial water processing.Experience commissioning systems in refinery, power generation, chemical processing, or other heavy industrial environments.Strong technical writing skills with experience developing commissioning procedures, troubleshooting guides, and engineering reports.The estimated salary range for this position is $125k to $145k plus bonus. 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.#LI-JO2Join 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! #XylemCareers #GlobalImpact #WaterInnovation