Engineering Lab Technician

Xylem • Irvine, CA

10h • Onsite

About The Position

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. CORE RESPONSIBILITIES : To perform the job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Utilizes hand tools, measurement and test instruments appropriately for test processes, and use systems/software e.g. Word processing/ Excel spreadsheet applications etc. to record and format data and create charts, log sheets, reports, etc. Builds and maintains test setups. Documents, organizes, and compiles test data for testing performed. Clearly documents and communicates test results to relevant individuals. Maintains testing facilities clean and organized. Maintain and follows lab related work instructions, procedures, and equipment manuals. Assists in the analysis of customer returns, liaise with relevant functions as necessary e.g. quality, manufacturing departments. Participates in Xylem Watermark volunteer activities. Additional duties and responsibilities may be required based on organizational needs. QUALIFICATIONS : Associate Degree in Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or equivalent. Working experience in a technical lab environment in place of Associate degree is acceptable e.g. CNC machine shop, machine assembly, etc. Must have basic understanding with valves, pumps to support the test setup. Understanding of electric motors is desirable. Basic understanding with the ability to learn and use Microsoft Excel and Word to record, produce graphs/charts and report data to a high standard. PHYSICAL DEMANDS : The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Assemble piping arrangements and test fixture (material PVC, wood, metal) using hand tools and power tools. Some bending, lifting, and turning. Lifting of objects within ESH guidelines at 40 lbs. max. Most product weight is between 1-10 lbs. WORK ENVIRONMENT : The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Room temperature and humidity conditions – Lab environment. Sometimes high ambient noise level. Potential electrical, water, pressure, and air hazards. Standard weekly job hours. Minimum of 40 hours per week. 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

Requirements

• Associate Degree in Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or equivalent.
• Working experience in a technical lab environment in place of Associate degree is acceptable e.g. CNC machine shop, machine assembly, etc.
• Must have basic understanding with valves, pumps to support the test setup.
• Basic understanding with the ability to learn and use Microsoft Excel and Word to record, produce graphs/charts and report data to a high standard.

Nice To Haves

• Understanding of electric motors is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Utilizes hand tools, measurement and test instruments appropriately for test processes, and use systems/software e.g. Word processing/ Excel spreadsheet applications etc. to record and format data and create charts, log sheets, reports, etc.
• Builds and maintains test setups.
• Documents, organizes, and compiles test data for testing performed.
• Clearly documents and communicates test results to relevant individuals.
• Maintains testing facilities clean and organized.
• Maintain and follows lab related work instructions, procedures, and equipment manuals.
• Assists in the analysis of customer returns, liaise with relevant functions as necessary e.g. quality, manufacturing departments.
• Participates in Xylem Watermark volunteer activities.
• Additional duties and responsibilities may be required based on organizational needs.

Benefits

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree