Lead Engineer – Electrical Design

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.

Key Responsibilities

Electrical System Design & Integration

• Interpret project specifications and tender requirements to design and develop low/medium-voltage electrical systems, including MCCs, control panels, switchgear, and power distribution.
• Apply domain knowledge of STP, clarifiers, ozone systems, UV disinfection, pumping stations, aeration blowers, sludge handling, and chemical dosing systems.
• Ensure electrical layouts and component selection are optimized for safety, maintainability, cost-effectiveness, and performance in wastewater environments.

Project Execution & Documentation

• Lead NPD and order engineering projects independently, from proposal/concept through commissioning.
• Prepare and review electrical deliverables: schematics, SLDs, GA drawings, cable tray layouts, cable schedules, I/O lists, wiring diagrams, BOMs, load and heat calculations, loop drawings, and termination documents.
• Estimate execution time and costs for proposals, ensuring on-time delivery of quality outputs.
• Support localization of global products to meet regional standards and compliance.
• Participate in design reviews, technical discussions, risk assessments, and DFMEA activities.
• Oversee panel/MCC testing and validation against design requirements and safety standards.
• Prepare submittals, technical reports, and design justifications for internal and external stakeholders.

Mentoring & Collaboration

• Mentor and guide junior engineers in electrical design best practices, testing, and documentation standards.
• Collaborate with project managers, product managers, and mechanical engineers across all project phases.
• Work and coordinate closely with global/local teams, customers, and vendors to ensure alignment.
• Handle stakeholder communications, coordinate with international teams, and participate in global meetings, articulating technical concepts in English.

Global Exposure

• Be open to short-term and long-term travel, locally and internationally, for project execution, customer/vendor meetings, factory testing, on-site installation, and commissioning support.

Skills & Qualifications

Must-Have

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related field.
• 10–14 years of experience in electrical design for the wastewater treatment industry.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Electrical.
• Strong knowledge of control panel and MCC design for Rockwell and Siemens systems, including UL/CE component and enclosure selection.
• Expertise in power distribution, MCC design, electrical protection, and switchgear selection.
• Proven experience in load calculations (transformers, generator, busbars, protective devices, cables).
• Knowledge of instrumentation and sensor wiring, including signal cabling, power supply integration, and interface with control systems.
• Experience in cable schedules, loop drawings, termination documents, panel testing, and heat load calculations.
• Solid understanding of UL, CE, IEC, NFPA, NEC, and NEMA standards.
• OEM experience, including factory acceptance testing (FAT), equipment validation, and integration of third-party systems.
• On-site electrical installation, testing, and commissioning experience, including troubleshooting and system integration.
• Proven ability to handle projects independently, take ownership, and meet deadlines.
• Strong English communication skills and ability to work in cross-functional, multicultural teams.
• Proficiency with MS Office tools.

Nice to Have

• Experience with E-Plan.
• Experience in product localization for regional compliance.
• Knowledge of backup power systems (generators, ATS, UPS) for wastewater facilities.
• Understanding of earthing, lightning protection, and corrosion protection.
• Awareness of power quality and harmonics management in heavy motor load environments.
• Experience in transformer integration for ozone generators.
• Experience in integrating pre-designed ballast cards for UV systems, considering ventilation and thermal management.
• Prior experience in EPC projects and mentoring junior engineers.
• Ability to bring innovative ideas to the team and improve existing design practices.

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.