Application Engineer

Xylem • Holland, MI

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About The Position

Xylem is seeking an Application Engineer to support the growth of its water and wastewater treatment business. This role involves serving as a trusted technical resource for consulting engineers, contractors, municipalities, industrial customers, and internal teams. The engineer will help develop innovative treatment solutions, prepare competitive proposals, and support projects aimed at improving water infrastructure and environmental sustainability. This position offers an opportunity to expand beyond traditional design work and play a key role in both technical sales and project development.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil, Environmental, Mechanical, Chemical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• 3+ years of experience in the water and wastewater treatment industry or a related technical field.
• Strong understanding of engineering principles, equipment selection, and technical proposal development.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and bid documents.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and presentation skills with the ability to engage both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Experience managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and CRM software.
• Self-motivated with a strong desire to learn, contribute, and achieve results.

Nice To Haves

• Experience participating in municipal or industrial bidding/tendering processes.
• Hands-on experience with controls, electrical panels, instrumentation, or mechanical equipment.
• Experience with Salesforce or other CRM platforms.
• Exposure to water treatment process design, equipment applications, or treatment technologies.

Responsibilities

• Develop technical proposals, cost estimates, and equipment pricing for municipal and industrial water treatment projects.
• Support bid and tender submissions by preparing technical documentation, specifications, pricing, and required bid materials.
• Serve as a technical advisor to consulting engineers, contractors, municipalities, end users, and sales representatives.
• Collaborate with project management, engineering, manufacturing, and service teams to ensure successful project execution.
• Review and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and contract documents.
• Support the transition of awarded projects to project management and engineering teams.
• Respond to customer inquiries and provide timely technical guidance throughout the sales process.
• Utilize engineering and sales tools including CRM systems, AutoCAD, Microsoft Office, and proprietary treatment selection software.
• Maintain accurate customer and project information within Salesforce.
• Stay current on treatment technologies, industry trends, and product developments through ongoing training and professional development.
• Participate in industry organizations, local water initiatives, and cross-functional training opportunities.

Benefits

• Paid Volunteer Program, Xylem Watermark
• Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
• Reasonable accommodations to enable all employees to perform their essential job functions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level