About this role
Field Service Engineer – Water Treatment role focused on startup, commissioning, and troubleshooting of advanced water and wastewater treatment systems. This boots-on-the-ground position involves heavy travel, close customer interaction, and ensuring systems meet 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 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 We're Looking For
- 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 travel up to 85% (domestic and international)
- Valid driver's license
- Ability to work in industrial environments and lift up to 70 lbs
Nice to Have
- Bilingual in Spanish and English
- Project leadership experience
- Familiarity with process chemistry and water treatment systems
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary range: $90,000 - $120,000 per year
- $10,000 sign-on bonus
- Medical, Dental, Vision plans; 401(k) with company contribution; paid time off; paid parental leave; tuition reimbursement
- Xylem is an equal opportunity employer and offers reasonable accommodations as needed.