Xylem

Global water technology provider and services

Electrical Designer

Controls & Automation EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeChennai, Tamil Nadu, IndiaNo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

Good knowledge of a product data management tool such as Vault for releasing and controlling drawing and bill of materials releases.
Strong knowledge of electrical design for low-voltage systems.
Knowledge of National Electrical Code, Underwriters Laboratories, National Fire Protection Association, Canadian Standards Association, and CE standards for control system panel designs.

Responsibilities

Prepare detailed release-to-manufacturing drawings for power and control panels using AutoCAD Electrical, including general arrangements with internal mounting plates and cutout details; power wiring drawings for industrial motor starters; schematics showing programmable logic controllers, input and output cards, human-machine interfaces, Ethernet switches, and receptacles; control wiring showing control transformers and 24V power supply units; schematics for wiring field-mounted instruments and panel meters; terminal block arrangements with legends; bills of materials; and nameplate and legend details.
Prepare AutoCAD Electrical libraries and footprint symbols, and create macros and standard circuits.
Prepare input/output lists and heat load lists.
Perform electrical design for low-voltage systems and develop electrical cost-benefit analyses and optimized cost estimates.
Take inputs directly from piping and instrumentation diagrams for electrical design.
Work with global product development and order execution teams to design electrical control systems for water and wastewater treatment products and systems.
Support factory acceptance testing at global factory locations, mainly in the United States.
Review, repair, and redesign legacy codes for standard products and systems as required.
Assist local and global teams in preparing electrical equipment specifications for systems and plants, and in preparing operator training and operation and maintenance documents for control systems and standard products.
Travel nationally and internationally occasionally.

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: Preparation of detailed “Release to Manufacturing” drawings for Power & Control Panels, using AutoCAD Electrical, like:

General Arrangement with internal mounting plates & cutout details.
Power wiring drawings, as required for various industrial motor starters.
Schematics showing the PLC, Input Card, Output Card, HMI, Ethernet Switches, Receptacles.
Control wiring showing the control transformer and 24V power supply units
Schematics for wiring of field mounted instruments and the meters envisaged in the panels
Terminal Block arrangement with legends
Bill of Materials
Name plate & Legend details
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Preparation of AutoCAD Electrical Library and Footprint Symbols. Macro / Standard circuit creation.
Good knowledge on PDM tool like Vault for releasing and control the Drawing / BOM release.
Preparation of I/O List and Heat Load Lists
Strong in all types of electrical design for LV System and develop electrical cost benefit analysis for the design and provide optimized cost estimates.
Electrical design shall involve taking inputs directly from the P&ID documents.
Work closely with global (US & other location) product development and order execution team for the design of electrical control system for water and waste water treatment products / systems.
Applies knowledge of NEC, UL, NFPA, CSA and CE standards to control system panel designs.
Support in conducting Factory Acceptance Testing for our global factory locations – mainly USA
Review, repair & redesign legacy codes of standard products and systems, per requirements.
Assist local and global teams in preparing electrical equipment specifications for systems / plant and in preparation of operator training, O&M documents for operation and maintenance of controls systems and standard products.
Occasional national and international travels.

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.

Requirements at a Glance

Experience Level: Mid

Benefits

Professional Development – To advance the capabilities of our people, we offer a wide variety of experiences to support our employees’ professional growth and continuous learning.
Total Rewards – We offer comprehensive programs for compensation, benefits, recognition, learning and development, work-life integration and corporate citizenship.
Watermark – Watermark is our corporate social responsibility program working to provide education and access to safe water to ensure healthy lives, gender equality, and resilient communities. Employees have the opportunity to learn and volunteer on various water-related projects.
Employee Networks – Our Employee Networks provide a professional, supportive network for employees from diverse backgrounds, including Women’s, LGBT+ and Allies, Veteran’s, People of Color and Allies, Hispanic Origin & Latin Affinity, Emerging Leaders, and Working Parents Networks.

About the Company

Xylem

Global water technology provider and services

Xylem is a global water-technology provider serving municipal, industrial, commercial, and residential customers with products, systems, and services for the full water cycle. Its offerings include pumps, valves, heat exchangers, controls, and dispensing equipment, plus smart meters, network devices, and data analytics. The company combines equipment sales with recurring revenue from maintenance, repairs, digital solutions, and consulting. It differentiates itself through a broad, integrated portfolio across water infrastructure, applied water, measurement and control, and services, a global presence in more than 150 countries, and strategic acquisitions (such as Sensus in 2016 and Evoqua in 2023) that expand its metering, data analytics, and treatment capabilities. Xylem’s goal is to help customers collect, move, treat, and return water efficiently and sustainably, enabling better water management and resource stewardship.

Company size: 10,001+
Company stage: IPO
Headquarters: Washington DC, District of Columbia
Founded: 2011

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