Lead Engineer

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 employeesoperating 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.

Job Summary:
The Lead Engineer oversees the development and implementation of electrical control systems for water and wastewater treatment products, providing technical direction and ensuring integration with overall system architecture.. This role requires a blend of technical expertise, leadership, and project management skills.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the design and execution of electrical control systems for water and wastewater treatment products, providing technical direction and ensuring integration with overall system architecture.
• Develop, review, and optimize PLC/HMI programs using Rockwell/Allen‑Bradley and Siemens platforms while guiding junior engineers and ensuring compliance with standards and project requirements.
• Preparation of detailed drawings for Power & Control Panels with related BOM, using AutoCAD Electrical.
• Preparation of I/O List, Operation sequence matrix, Alarm list and control write up.
• Applies knowledge of NEC, UL, NFPA, CSA and CE standards to control system panel designs.
• Basic knowledge on automation networks, including Ethernet/IP, ControlNet, Profibus, Profinet and Modbus
• Understand client requirements for GUI/communication interface, networking and create specifications based on these requirements.
• Drafting work related to redline of legacy drawing of standard products and systems, per requirements.

• First class with distinction in Bachelor (or) master’s degree in electrical and Electronics engineering with minimum 9-13 years of experience in water industry (preferred), or equivalent plant design industry experience - such as power, chemical, pharmaceutical, marine, oil and gas industry etc.
• Basic understanding of P&ID diagrams, ISA tags and symbols, electrical schematics, plus the ability to perform markups.
• Basic knowledge on industrial electrical systems, including power distribution, motor control, Variable Frequency Drives (VFD), etc
• Basic Knowledge with PLC hardware - AB MicroLogix, SLC, CompactLogix, ControlLogix (or) Siemens S7-200, S7-300, S7-1200
• Familiar with basic networking (Ethernet, Controlnet, Modbus, RS-485, etc), and ability to configure and troubleshoot.
• Hands on experience with process instrumentation including flow, pressure, temperature measurement devices and methodologies.
• Basic Knowledge of analytical process equipment (pH, ORP, conductivity, etc.), installation, and calibration practices.
• Familiar with Industry Standards UL, NEMA etc. Knowledge with NEC, IECEx and ATEX standards would be advantages

Tool Set Skill

• AutoCAD Electrical 2024 & Autodesk Vault 2024
• RSLogix 5000 & RSLogix 500, FTView for AB, TIA portal for Siemens PLC HMI programming.

Soft competencies

• A 'can-do' attitude in responding, leading and effecting changes
• Positive team- and client-focused attitude directed towards delivering quality work on time.
• Go the extra mile to do his/her work; is self-driven and self-reliant to achieve the success
• Strong communication skills to liaise with international teams and locations, communicate in a precise way, give and accept constructive feedback 
• Be imaginative, ambitious and stimulate new ideas
• Be truthful and act with integrity and deliver on promises 

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.