Field Service Engineer, Water Treatment ($10K Sign on Bonus)

Xylem; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company contribution

Paid time off

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Xylem is seeking a Field Service Engineer for water treatment systems. You will own startup, commissioning, and on-site troubleshooting with significant travel and direct customer interaction.

The role requires 5+ years in field service or related areas, with a strong background in water systems and PLC control, plus willingness to travel up to 85%.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in field service, commissioning, or startup.
• Background in water treatment, wastewater, or high purity systems.
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.
• Experience with PLCs and control systems.
• Ability to read P&IDs and engineering drawings.

Responsibilities

• Lead commissioning and startup of high purity water and wastewater systems.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and process issues and drive solutions.
• Conduct site surveys, system testing, and performance validation.
• Work with PLC controls and process instrumentation.
• Provide on-site customer training and technical support.
• Travel up to 85% (domestic and international).

Skills

Field service experience

Water treatment knowledge

Mechanical troubleshooting

Electrical troubleshooting

PLCs & control systems

Reading P&IDs/drawings

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Allen-Bradley

Siemens PLC

Job description

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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.

Xylem/Evoqua - Field Service Engineer – Water Treatment $10,000 sign on bonus

We’re seeking a hands-on Field Process Engineer to own the startup, commissioning, and troubleshooting of advanced water and wastewater treatment systems. This is a boots-on-the-ground role with heavy travel, close customer interaction, and direct responsibility for making sure every system hits its performance and quality targets.

What You’ll Do:

• Lead commissioning and startup of high purity water and wastewater systems
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and process issues and drive solutions
• Conduct site surveys, system testing, and performance validation
• Work with PLC controls (Allen-Bradley, Siemens) and process instrumentation
• Work on various low-voltage and power systems including 24 VDC, 120 VAC, 220 VAC, 208/277 VAC, 480 VAC
• Interpret and update P&IDs, schematics, and technical documentation
• Provide on-site customer training and technical support
• Support equipment maintenance, including pumps, valves, and piping systems
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and procedures

What You’ll Bring:

• 5+ years of experience in field service, commissioning, or startup
• Background in water treatment, wastewater, or high purity systems
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills
• Experience with PLCs and control systems
• Ability to read P&IDs and engineering drawings
• Strong communication and customer-facing skills
• Ability to trave up to 85% (domestic and international)
• Valid driver's license
• Ability to work in industrial environments and lift up to 70 lbs

Preferred

• Bilingual in Spanish and English
• Project leadership experience
• Familiarity with process chemistry and water treatment systems

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering preferred
• Degree commensurate wastewater commissioning and troubleshooting experience will be considered.

The estimated salary range for this position is $90,000 to $120,000 and $10,000 sign on 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.

Xylem does not provide visa sponsorship for this position

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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!

Inclusion and Belonging at Xylem

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

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.