Field Service Engineer – Control Systems (PLC & HMI)

Job description

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.

**Evoqua:** **_creating a more sustainable world_** **by enabling our customers to optimize water and resource management**

**Field Service Engineer – Control Systems (PLC & HMI) -** **Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Biochemical, Chemical, Environmental, Electrical, or Mechanical) or a related technical field**

**We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated** **Field Service Engineer – Control Systems** **to join our team.

In this role, you will be responsible for the development, implementation, and optimization of chemical manufacturing processes, with a strong emphasis on PLC and HMI control systems.

You will play a key role in ensuring the reliability and efficiency of our operations, while also supporting the design and integration of physical and chemical water treatment systems.**

**Key Responsibilities:**

+ Design, program, and troubleshoot PLC and HMI systems for chemical manufacturing processes.
+ Lead the installation, commissioning, and maintenance of control systems at client sites.
+ Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize process performance and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.
+ Provide technical support and training to clients and internal teams.
+ Contribute to the design and implementation of physical/chemical water treatment systems.
+ Manage project timelines, documentation, and reporting.

**Travel Requirements:**

**Travel on Mondays to client sites**

**On-site work from Tuesday through Thursday**

**Return travel on Fridays**

**One week per month based in the office**

**This position offers a dynamic and hands-on opportunity to contribute to innovative process solutions in a fast-paced, client-focused environment.**

**Control System Design** **Responsibilities**

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**Work closely with Sales Engineer, Project Manager and Project Engineer in the creation and customization of water/wastewater products and systems**

**Ensure all engineering and design tasks are completed on time and on budget while upholding the highest quality along with meeting customer technical requirements**

**Conduct factory testing of controls and automation systems, travel to customer locations for field testing, troubleshoot systems remotely working with field engineers**

**Design controls and automation systems, including motor control panels, PLC and instrument panels, while applying knowledge of NEC, UL and CE standards**

**Write PLC and HMI programs using Allen Bradley, Siemens, Modicon and GE PLC and HMls, and configure communication protocols for PLC, including Ethernet IP and Modbus**

**Write instruction manuals for controls and automation** **systems**

**System Process Startup** **Responsibilities**

**On-site process start-up and operations Leadership and support for full scale installations and pilot studies for product line selling efforts**

**Perform process and controls training for** **customers**

**Perform analytical testing on water and wastewater samples and evaluate results for process adjustments and** **improvements**

**Data analysis and process troubleshooting both on-site and** **remotely**

**Assess and resolve process, instrumentation, electrical, and mechanical issues in the** **field**

**Provide written and verbal summaries of work activities to customer and internal** **team**

**Identify, coordinate, and engage with other functional teams to complete** **assignments**

**Support product development and improvement initiatives and share lessons learned in the field to assist in product** **improvement**

**Compile data and write summary reports of pilot and research** **activities**

**Position** **Requirements**

**Required** **Skills:**

**Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Biochemical, Chemical, Environmental, Electrical, or Mechanical) or a related technical field**

**Minimum of 5 years of experience in the wastewater industry, with hands-on experience in control systems and related technologies.**

**Strong verbal and written communication** **skills.**

**Must have the ability to work well with others with minimal** **supervision.**

**Compensated for travel to and from airport - Ability to travel up to 50-75% domestically and (10%) internationally (Canada).**

**Preferred Skills:** **Mechanical aptitude and ability to assess and respond to issues as they arise.**

**Experience** **with** **process** **equipment,** **instrumentation,** **and** **controls.**

**Knowledge of the product line or closely related products is highly** **desirable.**

**Experience with Biological Treatment** **Design**

**Experience with Physical/Chemical Water Treatment** **Design**

**Experience 2D and 3D CAD** **design**

**Experience with PLC and HMI** **programming**

**Strong Excel** **Skills**

**Xylem does not provide visa sponsorship for this position**

**The estimated salary range for this position is $72,300.00** **to $130,100.00** **plus bonus.

  Starting pay is dependent on multiple factors, such as skills, experience and work location, and is not typically at the top of the range.

At Xylem we offer a competitive compensation package with a generous benefit package, including Medical, Dental, Vision plans, 401(k) with company contribution, paid time off, paid parental leave and tuition reimbursement.**

**#LI-JRT05**

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.

At Xylem, you'll not only contribute to solving water issues but also have the chance to make a difference through our paid Volunteer Program, Xylem Watermark.

We prioritize our employees' well-being through inclusion and belonging as well as our Employee Resource Groups (ERG).

Proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (including disability and veterans) and Affirmative Action workplace, Xylem fosters an inclusive environment free from discrimination or harassment.

 

Please note that the information in this job description outlines the general nature of the position and is not an exhaustive list of duties.

Xylem is dedicated to providing reasonable accommodations to enable all employees to perform their essential job functions.

We reserve the right to modify this job description and assign additional duties as needed.

Embrace the opportunity to be part of Xylem's transformative journey in shaping the future of water technology! #XylemCareers #GlobalImpact #WaterInnovation

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