Manager - Application Engineering - WSS

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 Title: Manager - Application Engineering - WSS
Business Unit & Location: Global Capability Centre – Evoqua /
Xylem Water Solutions,
Chennai - India
Responsibilities

• Process design of municipal / industrial wastewater and process water treatment systems for medium to large scale plant facilities.
• Process design and cost estimation / proposal engineering of the following:
• Water / Wastewater / Effluent treatment systems, Ultrapure water treatment systems for industry sectors like healthcare, pharma, food & beverage, power, microelectronics, textile, paper & pulp, chemical processing and municipal sectors.
• Skid-mounted, Process water / Ultrapure water treatment systems comprising of UF, RO, CEDI, CIP, UV, Softeners, MMF, Carbon filters etc.,
• Municipal / Sewage treatment systems using different technologies like ASP (screening, grit removal, primary sedimentation, aeration, secondary clarifier, disinfection), SBR, MBBR and MBR.
• Effluent treatment systems comprising of primary treatment (screening, grit removal, oil separation, equalization tank, DAF, primary sedimentation) secondary treatment (ASP, SBR, MBBR, MBR), Tertiary treatment (MMF, ACF, AOP, RO, UF).
• Liquid phase and vapor phase odor control systems comprising chemical oxidizers, bio-trickling filters, chemical scrubbers and Carbon adsorbers
• To lead a team of process engineers, guide them technically, ensure utilization/productivity, keep track of proposals/projects to submit as per target date.
• Prepare techno-commercial proposal consisting of P&ID's, PFD's, unit sizing calculations, hydraulic calculations, pump sizing, head loss calculations, electrical load list, equipment list, control philosophy, mass / water balance, design basis and costing sheet.
• Coordinate with Technical sales engineers, product managers of USA to discuss on incoming proposal, make sure submission of techno-commercial proposal within the targeted schedule.
• Interact with India Business Development team on local opportunities, attending technical discussions with customers and related site visits.
• For the application / process engineering team, responsible for the quality & on-time delivery of proposals, maintenance of high-impact culture, fixing of KPI's, training and recruitment.
• Interact / communicate with USA counterparts regularly (weekly, monthly, quarterly) on performance updates, feedback and improvement.
• Occasional national and international travels.

Required Qualifications, Skills And Competencies

• Bachelor's degree in chemical from a reputed institute. Master's in chemical engineering / Environmental engineering will be an added advantage.
• Minimum of 17 to 20 years of experience in the indicated domain and expertise.
• Experience in handling a team of around 15 Engineers, in providing technical guidance, goal setting, performance management, mentoring and training. Technically guide the team on proposal engineering involving cost estimation, P&ID and PFD preparation, process design calculations, equipment sizing, hydraulic calculation, pump sizing, head loss calculations, instrument selection, control philosophy, electrical load list, equipment list etc.,
• Experience in design of preliminary treatment, primary treatment, secondary / biological treatment (including BNR), tertiary treatment, disinfection systems, sludge treatment, liquid-solids gravity separation systems, filtration systems, hydraulic / gravity flow calculations, Odor control systems etc.,
• Exposure to commissioning activities of indicated systems may be an added advantage but not a must.
• Exposure to Engineering Software like AutoCAD, Autodesk Inventor or Solidworks will be an added advantage.
• Proficiency in handling MS Office package for preparing necessary documents, excel files and ppt's for administrative and reporting purposes.
• Experience in working with international / global teams towards proposal engineering in the indicated domain.
• Demonstrates a 'can-do' attitude in responding to challenges, leading initiatives, and driving change. Consistently goes the extra mile to fulfill commitments; highly self-driven and self-reliant in achieving defined goals
• Demonstrates strong communication skills when liaising with international teams; communicates with clarity and precision, and effectively gives and receives constructive feedback.
• A team player who is detail-oriented, self-motivated, and assertive. Acts truthfully and with integrity, consistently delivering on commitments. Imaginative, logical, analytical, and ambitious, with strong problem-solving abilities

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.