Xylem

Global water technology provider and services

Mechanical Design Engineer

Design EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeChennai, Tamil Nadu, IndiaNo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

A Bachelor of Engineering or Bachelor of Technology in Mechanical Engineering with First Class is required.
Three to five years of hands-on experience in 3D computer-aided design using Autodesk Inventor is required.
Experience with the Frame Generator and Tube & Pipe modules of Inventor is required.
Exposure to AutoCAD and SolidWorks is advantageous but not required.
Experience in plant and equipment design and detail engineering in water and wastewater treatment, or similar experience in oil and gas, chemical process, or power plants, is preferred.
Experience in interconnecting piping, isometric generation, piping standards, material standards, and codes applicable to water and wastewater treatment equipment and systems is preferred.
Experience in detail engineering of skid-based water treatment systems, including UF, RO, CEDI, CIP, UV, and softeners, with structural design and detailing of skid frames and tank weldment assemblies, is preferred.
Experience in equipment or product design and detail engineering, with knowledge of material specification, fabrication detailing, limits, fits, and geometric dimensioning and tolerancing, is preferred.
Exposure to Microsoft Office for preparing documents, spreadsheets, and presentations is advantageous.
Experience working with international teams on engineering design is advantageous.
Ability to communicate with international teams and analytical and problem-solving skills are required.

Responsibilities

Create 3D models, plant layouts, piping layouts, isometric drawings, and computer-aided design drawings for water and wastewater treatment plants or other process treatment plants.
Create 3D models and computer-aided design drawings of engineered products and process equipment, including general arrangement, assembly, and fabrication drawings.
Interpret P&IDs, PFDs, equipment and pump datasheets, and create 3D designs and detailing for skid-based water treatment systems such as UF, RO, CEDI, CIP, UV, and softeners.
Convert 2D drawings to 3D models and modify, improve, and reverse engineer existing designs and products.
Create bills of materials in the enterprise resource planning system, including ERP or SAP.
Create and update design and 3D-model metadata in the PDM/PLM system, Vault Pro, for records, control, and retrieval.
Coordinate cross-functionally to prepare plant layouts, piping layouts, and general arrangement drawings that meet technical requirements.

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 Title: Mechanical Design Engineer

Business Unit & Location: Engineering Technology Center, Evoqua Water Technologies, Chennai - India

Responsibilities:

Create 3D models, plant layouts, piping layouts, isometric generation and CAD drawings for Water and Wastewater treatment plants or any other process treatment plant.
Create 3D models and CAD drawings of engineered products / process equipment, including creation of general arrangement, assembly and fabrication drawings.
Understanding P&ID, PFD, Equipment / Pump datasheets, 3D design and detailing of skid-based water treatment systems like UF, RO, CEDI, CIP, UV, Softeners etc.,
Conversion of 2D Drawings to 3D Models, modify, improve, and reverse engineering of existing designs and products.
Create Bill of Materials (BOMs) in enterprise resource planning (ERP / SAP) system.
Create and update meta data of designs and 3D models in PDM/PLM system (Vault Pro) for records, control and retrieval.
Cross functional interaction / coordination to prepare plant layouts, piping layouts and GA drawings meeting the technical requirement.

Academic and Professional Requirements:

BE., / B Tech in Mechanical Engineering with First Class.
3 to 5 years of hands of experience in 3D CAD using Autodesk Inventor. Exposure in AutoCAD and Solidworks will be an added advantage but not a must.
Should have experience in “Frame generator” and “Tube & pipe” modules of Inventor.
Experience in plant and equipment design & detail engineering in the domain of Water and Wastewater Treatment is preferred or similar experience in the Oil & Gas, Chemical process and Power plants can be considered.
Experience in interconnecting piping, isometric generation, piping standards, material standards and codes applicable to water and wastewater treatment equipment and system are preferred.
Experience in detail engineering of skid-based water treatment systems like UF, RO, CEDI, CIP, UV, Softeners etc., with structural design and detailing of skid frames, tank weldment assemblies are preferred.
Experience in equipment / product design and detail engineering with fair knowledge of material specification, fabrication detailing, Limits, Fits, GD&T, are preferred.
Exposure to MS Office package for preparing necessary documents, excel files and ppt’s will be an advantage.
Experience in working with international teams towards engineering design will be an advantage.
Good communication skills to liaise with international teams; Extra miler / self-driven to meet the commitments / goals. Be analytical and problem solving.

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
Education: Bachelor's

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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