Commissioning Specialist

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.

Position Summary

The Commissioning Specialist is primarily responsible for mechanical and electrical system startup as well as remote contractor and owner support. System equipment and process startup consists of providing a full range of product support to customers in the field on job sites and remotely over the phone or computer. The position reports to the Senior Engineering Manager of EnviroMix and works closely with various team members including project managers, project engineers, controls engineers, and process engineers. The right candidate will be able to communicate clearly and professionally with contractors, other equipment manufacturers and consulting engineers on a job site to coordinate startup, testing, troubleshooting, and issue resolution. The position requires working knowledge of the EnviroMix product lines, mechanical equipment, and control systems. This position also requires the ability to process and address challenges encountered during inspection, commissioning, and testing of fabricated piping systems, mechanical equipment, and instrumentation including electrical and I/O checkouts.

What we can offer you

Our Total Rewards Program goes far beyond base compensation by providing a more fulfilling work experience and offering a competitive benefits program, including:

• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance available on your 1st day of employment
• Generous retirement saving plan
• Self-managed time off
• Career progression and development plans
• Company wellness, rewards and recognition, and employee discount programs

System Support Responsibilities (in the field)

• Travel to new or existing installations for: Assess and resolve process, instrumentation, electrical, and mechanical issues in the field
• Identify, coordinate, and engage with other functional teams remote and in the field to complete assignments
• Provide system training to plant operators and maintenance personnel.
• Provide written and verbal summaries of work activities to customer and internal team.
• Possess strong verbal communication skills to convey technical requirements, align multiple trades, document field findings, resolve conflict and maintain safe, efficient project execution
• Ensure all commissioning tasks are completed on time and on budget while upholding the highest quality along with meeting customer technical requirements
• Develop positive relationships with owners by providing clear communication, equipment training and technical support.

 System Support Responsibilities (in the office)

• Support project managers and project engineers in responding to contractor questions, owner issues, aftermarket sales requests, and other in office field support tasks.
• Support product development and improvement initiatives and share lessons learned in the field to assist in product improvement
• Work with sales territory manager, project manager and project engineer in the creation and customization of water/wastewater products and systems
• Ensure all contractor and customer product support questions and issues are addressed correctly and promptly meeting customer technical requirements
• Participate in writing, reviewing, and editing instruction manuals for process controls and automation systems

The position requires excellent communication and organizational skills and the ability to take initiative to find solutions while working with diverse external groups and internally across departments and teams.

Position Requirements

Required Skills:

• 5+ years of experience in wastewater, water treatment, industrial process systems, automation, or related industries
• Mechanical and electrical aptitude to inspect, check and commission equipment, instrumentation, and controls
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work well with others with minimal supervision
• Ability to travel 70% domestically during work week. 
• Ability to assess and respond to issues as they arise

Preferred Skills:

• BS or MS in Engineering: Civil, Chemical, Environmental, Electrical or Mechanical
• Experience with process equipment, instrumentation, and controls
• Knowledge of the water or wastewater equipment product lines or closely related products
• Experience with wastewater treatment plant design
• Experience with water treatment plant design
• Experience 2D and 3D CAD design
• Experience with PLC and HMI programming
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills

The salary range for this position is $95,000 to $115,000 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, and Vision plans, 401(k) with company contribution, paid time off, paid parental leave, and tuition reimbursement.

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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.