Field Process Engineer - Wastewater

Position Overview

Xylem, a Fortune 500 global water solutions company with operations in over 150 countries and 23,000 employees, is at the forefront of addressing the world's most critical water challenges. We are seeking a skilled and experienced Field Process Engineer – Wastewater to support our industrial, municipal water, and wastewater facilities. In this role you will help commission and optimize cutting-edge water treatment systems—from precipitation and neutralization to microfiltration—and ensure peak performance for our industrial clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide technical assistance and support to engineers and equipment end users for the efficient startup, training, operation, and maintenance of newly installed wastewater equipment.
• Work in industrial, municipal water, and wastewater facilities—both under construction and existing—with domestic and international travel, sometimes with extended stays and workdays exceeding eight hours.
• Commission both individual water treatment devices and entire industrial systems.
• Maintain internal documentation and reports, including detailed scripting of work performed and upcoming tasks to adhere to project schedules.
• Utilize Microsoft Office and internal programs (such as SAP and Concur) for daily operations including travel management and expense reporting.
• Develop and maintain professional working relationships with specialty, union, and on-site personnel while adhering to site rules and safety regulations.
• Exhibit self-drive and the ability to work independently onsite as needed.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma is required; a Bachelor's degree is preferred though significant wastewater commissioning and troubleshooting experience will also be considered.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot and maintain mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Working knowledge in the startup and commissioning of wastewater processes including precipitation, neutralization, clarification, microfiltration/filtration, and related technologies (dosing pumps, pumps/motors, VFDs, filter press technology).
• Ability to troubleshoot instrumentation using PLC programs and ladder logic (experience with Allen Bradley and Siemens is required).
• Comfortable working with electrical systems and panels rated at 480V, 240V, and 120V.
• Willingness and ability to travel extensively across the US and Canada, with occasional international assignments.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings (electrical, mechanical, P&IDs, installation, and/or civil drawings) and effectively communicate details and changes with varied disciplines.
• Strong computer, organizational, and documentation skills.
• Must have a valid driver's license, a clean driving record, and a valid passport as required.
• Additional desirable skills include secondary language proficiency and the ability to work in challenging environments (e.g., elevations around 15,000 feet).

Benefits & Perks

• Compensation: $95,000.00 to $125,000.00 starting salary range (dependent on skills, experience, and work location).
• Medical, Dental & Vision: Comprehensive health plans.
• Retirement: 401(k) plan with company contribution.
• Time Off: Paid time off and paid parental leave.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Opportunities for continued education.
• Additional perks include participation in Xylem's paid Volunteer Program (Xylem Watermark) and a commitment to an inclusive workplace with strong Employee Resource Groups (ERG).