Field Service Engineer IV

Xylem; Hazelwood (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Volunteer Program

Inclusive workplace

Job summary

Xylem in Hazelwood, MO seeks an experienced engineer to lead complex site surveys and develop installation design plans. You will train customers and engineers on advanced tools and calibrations, and plan labor, materials, and costs for proposals. Strong PLC knowledge and leadership skills are essential.

The role requires 8+ years of experience, a BS/BA in Engineering, and travel up to 50%. You will work with cross-functional teams to ensure safe, efficient system designs and successful project

Qualifications

• BS/BA degree in Engineering.
• 8+ years of experience.
• Technical expert able to address complex business issues.
• Develops execution strategy of complex systems.
• Strong knowledge of operational processes as defined in work area.
• Great ownership of business; commits to deliverables.
• Strong understanding of business acumen; drive some strategic.
• Customer relations; drive value creation in the business.
• Excellent communication skills; lead teams and mentor others.
• Ability to comprehend PLC ladder logic.
• Ability to consult with sales on system design.
• Applies advanced skills to resolve complex problems.
• Working knowledge of system instrumentation calibrations.
• Ability to understand complex plumbing and instrumentation design.

Responsibilities

• Lead and guide the most complex site surveys to develop base or installation design plans.
• Train customers and engineers to maintain and adjust complex tools and equipment.
• Develop planning and estimating of labor, materials, and transportation costs for proposals.
• Review and guide complex task plans, drawings, and installation schematics.
• Develop and submit reports covering all job activities.
• Provide guidance to prevent problems and deliver effective solutions.
• Demonstrate advanced knowledge of professional principles and skills.

Skills

PLC ladder logic

System design

Project leadership

Communication skills

Education

BS/BA in Engineering

Tools

Instrumentation calibrations

Job description

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS

• Live our culture and exemplify our Growth Enabling Behaviors to be highly enabled to deliver, highly empowered to succeed and highly accountable to lead.
• Leads and guides the most complex site surveys to develop base or installation design plans
• Trains customers and other engineers to maintain and adjust very complex tools, test equipment, calibrations items, etc.
• May develop and design the planning and estimating of labor categories, rates, material dollar costs, transportation expenses and per diem rates to complete the most complex proposals.
• Guides the review of very complex task plans, drawings, and installation schematics and provides continual guidance throughout task duration
• Develops and submits reports covering all job activities
• Preempts potential problems and provides effective solutions in reaction to application of concepts, techniques, knowledge or processes
• Demonstrates advanced knowledge of professional principals and skills
• Seeks advice and guidance on non routine or problem areas for others
• Applies judgment and authority for safety stop work
• Advanced computer skills (for ability to operate corporate tools)
• Independently performs basic and possibly more advanced tasks and functions for professional field of work
• Specialized skill/training or certification may be required in addition to all prior level Tech training requirements

POSITION REQUIREMENTS (INFORMATION PROVIDED BELOW WILL BE USED IN THE JOB POSTING PROCESS)

1. FORMAL EDUCATION: REQUIRED:

• BS/BA degree in Engineering
• 8+ yrs of experience

2. KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE:

• Technical expert able to address more complex business issues;
• Develops execution strategy of complex systems;
• strong knowledge of operational processes as defined in work area;
• greater ownership of business; commits to deliverables;
• strong understanding of business acumen; drive some strategic
• customer relations; drive value creation in the business;
• excellent communication skills; team lead & mentors others;
• able to evaluate risk & minimize business impact;
• Ability to comprehend PLC ladder logic;
• Ability to consult with sales on system design;
• Applies advanced skills to resolve complex problems;
• Working knowledge of system instrumentation calibrations;
• Ability to understand complex plumbing and instrumentation design;
• Advanced mechanical and/or electrical aptitude;

Travel requirements: 50%

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 Aff…? 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