Manufacturing Engineer

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.The Role: As a Manufacturing Engineer, you will be a key technical partner in supporting the safe, efficient, and cost-effective manufacturing of Xylem’s Heat Transfer products. You will drive continuous improvement in manufacturing processes, equipment, and tooling while partnering closely with unionized production teams and cross-functional departments. This role supports the strategic deployment of capital investment, cost reduction, and Lean initiatives in alignment with operational goals, safety standards, and quality expectations.Key Accountabilities & Core ResponsibilitiesProcess Optimization and Technical DocumentationDevelop and improve repeatable manufacturing processes to reduce cycle time, increase throughput, and reduce wasteImplement Lean principles and VBLSS tools to support continuous improvementCreate and maintain routings, BOMs, WPS/PQR files, and standard work documentationEnsure documentation meets ISO and internal quality standardsAlign technical instructions with union job classifications and training requirementsCost Analysis and Capital ImprovementConduct time studies and prepare standard cost dataDevelop cost justifications and capital project proposalsLead the installation and launch of new equipment or process upgradesSupport plant layout changes and capacity expansion projectsTooling, CNC, and Robotic Welding SupportDesign or specify jigs, fixtures, and tooling for improved efficiency and operator safetyGenerate CNC and robotic welding programs to support precision and repeatabilityTrain and support operators in the effective use of new tools or technologyCross-Functional and Labor CollaborationWork closely with Production, Quality, Engineering, Planning, and Supply Chain teamsParticipate in daily production meetings to align on safety, quality, and delivery goalsSupport labor-management communication by ensuring changes are clearly understood by all partiesEnsure training aligns with union job responsibilities and promotes success on the floorProblem Solving and Continuous ImprovementInvestigate production, quality, or tooling issues using structured problem-solving methodsImplement corrective actions to ensure sustained improvementBenchmark and introduce new technology or best practicesProvide technical backup to other Manufacturing Engineers or Supervisors as neededEquipment Evaluation and Workplace SafetyEvaluate machine capacity, reliability, and layout to recommend improvementsIncorporate safety and ergonomic improvements into all equipment upgradesSupport departmental continuity during vacations, absences, or special projectsMinimum Qualifications: Education, Experience, Skills, Abilities, License/Certification:Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing related major BSIE, BSME, BSIT, BSMT3-5 years' experience in a manufacturing industry preferred Must possess good analytical and technical skills.Strong communication skills (written and oral)Must have a good working knowledge of entire manufacturing processes3D CAD Software knowledgePreferred QualificationsSix Sigma and/or Lean Manufacturing CertificationsCNC and Robotic Welding programming experienceAS400 Business System KnowledgePhysical DemandsRegularly required to sit or stand, reach, bend and move about the facilitySitting and Walking/Standing: 50/50Stair ClimbingWork EnvironmentOffice: Standard office equipment; work usually performed in an office setting free from any disagreeable elements.Office/Mfg. Plant: 50/50Standard weekly job hours: 40 hours+Vision: To “Build a more water-secure world.” It’s a team creating advanced technology solutions to the world’s water challenges through developing new technologies and services that will improve how water is used, conserved, and reused in the future.Mission: We are committed to empowering our customers and communities to build a more water-secure world by providing innovative solutions and water resource management expertise. We aim to help solve the world's toughest water and infrastructure challenges through collaboration, innovation, and sustainability.Values: Define who we are and how we conduct ourselves each day, and ground how we will accomplish our vision: Respect for each other, for diversity of people and opinions, for the environment.Responsibility for our words and actions, for customer satisfaction, for giving back to our communitiesIntegrity for acting ethically, for doing what we say we will do, for having the courage to communicate with candor. Creativity for thinking beyond boundaries, for anticipating tomorrow’s challenges, for unlocking growth potentialXylem is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.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