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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 employees operating 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:

We are seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer with 3–5 years of experience in Autodesk Inventor (Part Modelling, Frame Generator, Tube & Pipe Run) and knowledge of Autodesk Vault. The role involves creating 3D models, plant/piping layouts, isometrics, GA, assembly, and fabrication drawings for water & wastewater treatment systems (UF, RO, CEDI, CIP, UV, Softeners) and other process plants.

The ideal candidate should have a BE/B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering (First Class), experience with PFDs, P&IDs, piping and structural design standards, and strong skills in design detailing, BOM creation, and cross-functional coordination.

Experience in equipment design, skid-based systems, fabrication detailing, GD&T, and working with international teams will be an added advantage. Good communication, problem-solving ability, and self-drive are essential.

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:

Must to have:

  • BE., / B Tech in Mechanical Engineering with First Class.
  • 3 to 5 years of hands-on experience in Autodesk Inventor with each of the following.
  • Proficient in Part Modelling
  • Experience with Frame Generator module
  • Experience in Tube & Pipe Run module
  • Familiar with Autodesk Vault for data management
  • Expected Technical engineering knowledge in the domain of Water and Wastewater Treatment is preferred or similar experience in Oil & Gas, Chemical process and Power plants can be considered
  • Must have knowledge in reading the PFD and P&ID
  • Experience in Piping Design, Standards and Codes.
  • Experience in Skid design.
  • Experience in Structural Design, Standards and Codes.
  • Good communication skills to liaise with international teams; Extra miler / self-driven to meet the commitments / goals. Be analytical and problem solving

Good to have:

  • Exposure in AutoCAD will be an added advantage but not a must.
  • 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 in engineering design will be an advantage
  • Experience in preparing plant layouts and Piping layouts to meet technical requirements.

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.

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