Field Service Engineer – Wastewater

Xylem•Indianapolis, IN

5d•$90,000 - $120,000

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. Evoqua - High Purity Water & Wastewater Commissioning / Field Service Engineer The High Purity Water & Wastewater Commissioning / Field Service Engineer is responsible for troubleshooting, commissioning, startup, and service of complex water treatment systems. This role includes performing system installation verification, startup activities, field testing, and providing technical support to customers. The engineer will work independently at domestic and international project sites to ensure systems operate according to design specifications and quality standards. This position requires extensive travel and the ability to work directly with customers, contractors, and internal engineering teams to ensure successful system startup and operation. We are looking for a hands-on Field Process Engineer to lead the startup, commissioning, and troubleshooting of complex water and wastewater treatment systems. This role is highly field-focused, requiring extensive travel and direct collaboration with customers and project teams to ensure systems perform to design and quality standards.

Requirements

5+ years of experience in field service, commissioning, or startup
Background in water treatment, wastewater, or high purity systems
Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills
Experience with PLCs and control systems
Ability to read P&IDs and engineering drawings
Strong communication and customer-facing skills
Ability to trave up to 85% (domestic and international)
Valid driver’s license
Ability to work in industrial environments and lift up to 70 lbs

Nice To Haves

Bilingual in Spanish and English
Project leadership experience
Familiarity with process chemistry and water treatment systems

Responsibilities

Lead commissioning and startup of high purity water and wastewater systems
Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and process issues and drive solutions
Conduct site surveys, system testing, and performance validation
Work with PLC controls (Allen-Bradley, Siemens) and process instrumentation
Work on various low-voltage and power systems including 24 VDC, 120 VAC, 220 VAC, 208/277 VAC, 480 VAC
Interpret and update P&IDs, schematics, and technical documentation
Provide on-site customer training and technical support
Support equipment maintenance, including pumps, valves, and piping systems
Ensure compliance with safety standards and procedures