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PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT ENGINEER
Xylem • Plymouth, MN 55446 • Posted 2 days ago
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In-person • Full-time • $70,500-$126,500/yr • Senior Level
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As a Product Development Engineer at Xylem, you will lead and participate in the development of concepts, prototypes, processes, and products from initial design to market release. This role involves collaborating with third-party consultants, maintaining detailed documentation, preparing project plans, leading risk analysis, coordinating with suppliers, mentoring junior engineers, and ensuring product quality through verification and validation. You will work within a highly regulated environment, driving development execution of critical new products and improving business unit performance through new product introduction.
Responsibilities
- Leads and participates in development of concepts, prototypes, processes, and products from initial design to market release.
- Leads smaller projects with a clear path of execution and meeting expected deliverables.
- Collaborates closely with third-party consultants to drive key parallel path projects.
- Maintains detailed documentation throughout all phases of research and development.
- Prepares project plans for basic projects specifying project phases, tasks, task interdependencies, durations, resource assignments, and costs.
- Leads and participates in risk analysis for products under development.
- Coordinates activities with outside suppliers and consultants to ensure the delivery of supplies or services needed to meet scheduled timelines.
- Mentor junior engineers on technical development and project management as required.
- Participates in brainstorming and design reviews.
- Conducts feasibility studies of the design to determine ability to function as intended.
- Ability to generate and execute protocols and reports as needed to support validation activities, including Design Verification, IQ, OQ, PQ.
- Maintains standards of excellence in all Product Development processes.
- Possesses project management skills to plan, execute and control as well as excellent communication skills to report status and to drive escalation of issues.
- Effectively presents and explains engineering concepts both orally and in writing.
- Drives overall product quality through verification, validation, and design transfer while adhering to the quality management system and design control processes.
Qualifications
Required
- 5+ years of experience in Engineering, Project Engineering, New Product Development
- Domain knowledge and expertise in at least one discipline of engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Chemical, Biosystem, Industrial, Systems, etc.)
- Demonstrated engineering experience to drive technical decision making for medium and high-risk programs/projects
- Knowledge and experience in multiple engineering disciplines to foster leading a technical team
- Detail oriented, highly organized, and able to plan and ensure the on-time and quality completion of complex activities/projects
- Able to effectively multi-task and handle evolving priorities
- Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
- Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems
- Ability to document, plan, track and execute projects
Preferred
- Experience working within a highly regulated environment, medical device experiences a plus
- Experience with formal design control processes and requirements
- Advanced understanding of MS Office (project, word, excel) and ERP systems (SAP)
- Established project management knowledge and/or experience leading large projects
About Xylem
Xylem is a leader in providing innovative water solutions and smart technology. They offer a wide range of products and services including water, wastewater, and energy solutions, with a strong focus on sustainability and environmental consciousness. Xylem's brands like Bell & Gossett, Goulds Water Technology, and Flygt showcase their commitment to quality and reliability in the industry.
Full Job Description
Join Xylem in the global mission to #LetsSolveWater! 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 and Tasks
+ Leads and participates in development of concepts, prototypes, processes, and products from initial design to market release.
+ Leads smaller projects where there is a clear path of execution and meeting the expected deliverables
+ Collaborates closely with third-party consultants to drive key parallel path projects.
+ Maintains detailed documentation throughout all phases of research and development.
+ Prepares project plans for basic projects that specify project phases, tasks, task interdependencies, durations, resource assignments, and costs.
+ Leads and participates in risk analysis for products under development.
+ Coordinates activities with outside suppliers and consultants to ensure the delivery of supplies or services needed to meet scheduled timelines.
+ Mentor junior engineers on technical development and project management as required.
+ Participates in brainstorming and design reviews.
+ Conducts feasibility studies of the design to determine ability to function as intended.
+ Ability to generate and execute protocols and reports as needed to support validation activities, including Design Verification, IQ, OQ, PQ.
+ Maintains standards of excellence in all Product Development processes.
+ Possesses project management skills to plan, execute and control as well as excellent communication skills to report status and to drive escalation of issues.
+ Effectively presents and explains engineering concepts both orally and in writing.
+ Drives overall product quality through verification, validation, and design transfer while adhering to the quality management system and design control processes.
Position Requirements
Required:
+ 5+ years of experience in Engineering, Project Engineering, New Product Development
+ Domain knowledge and expertise in at least one discipline of engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Chemical, Biosystem, Industrial, Systems, etc.)
+ Demonstrated engineering experience to drive technical decision making for medium and high-risk programs/projects
+ Knowledge and experience in multiple engineering disciplines to foster leading a technical team
+ Detail oriented, highly organized, and able to plan and ensure the on-time and quality completion of complex activities/projects
+ Able to effectively multi-task and handle evolving priorities
+ Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
+ Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems
+ Ability to document, plan, track and execute projects
+ Strong interpersonal and communication skills essential for team-based working
Desired:
+ Experience working within a highly regulated environment, medical device experiences a plus
+ Experience with formal design control processes and requirements
+ Advanced understanding of MS Office (project, word, excel) and ERP systems (SAP)
+ Established project management knowledge and/or experience leading large projects
Organization Impact:
+ Drive development execution of critical new product
+ Delight customers by bringing new and proven technology to new markets to improve customer outcomes
+ Improve overall business unit performance through new product introduction
Identify continuous improvement activities
Salary range:
$70,500.00 - $126,500.00
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 diversity, equity and inclusion 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 embrace diversity and prioritize our employees' well-being through our DE&I initiatives and 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
Core Responsibilities and Tasks
+ Leads and participates in development of concepts, prototypes, processes, and products from initial design to market release.
+ Leads smaller projects where there is a clear path of execution and meeting the expected deliverables
+ Collaborates closely with third-party consultants to drive key parallel path projects.
+ Maintains detailed documentation throughout all phases of research and development.
+ Prepares project plans for basic projects that specify project phases, tasks, task interdependencies, durations, resource assignments, and costs.
+ Leads and participates in risk analysis for products under development.
+ Coordinates activities with outside suppliers and consultants to ensure the delivery of supplies or services needed to meet scheduled timelines.
+ Mentor junior engineers on technical development and project management as required.
+ Participates in brainstorming and design reviews.
+ Conducts feasibility studies of the design to determine ability to function as intended.
+ Ability to generate and execute protocols and reports as needed to support validation activities, including Design Verification, IQ, OQ, PQ.
+ Maintains standards of excellence in all Product Development processes.
+ Possesses project management skills to plan, execute and control as well as excellent communication skills to report status and to drive escalation of issues.
+ Effectively presents and explains engineering concepts both orally and in writing.
+ Drives overall product quality through verification, validation, and design transfer while adhering to the quality management system and design control processes.
Position Requirements
Required:
+ 5+ years of experience in Engineering, Project Engineering, New Product Development
+ Domain knowledge and expertise in at least one discipline of engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Chemical, Biosystem, Industrial, Systems, etc.)
+ Demonstrated engineering experience to drive technical decision making for medium and high-risk programs/projects
+ Knowledge and experience in multiple engineering disciplines to foster leading a technical team
+ Detail oriented, highly organized, and able to plan and ensure the on-time and quality completion of complex activities/projects
+ Able to effectively multi-task and handle evolving priorities
+ Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
+ Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems
+ Ability to document, plan, track and execute projects
+ Strong interpersonal and communication skills essential for team-based working
Desired:
+ Experience working within a highly regulated environment, medical device experiences a plus
+ Experience with formal design control processes and requirements
+ Advanced understanding of MS Office (project, word, excel) and ERP systems (SAP)
+ Established project management knowledge and/or experience leading large projects
Organization Impact:
+ Drive development execution of critical new product
+ Delight customers by bringing new and proven technology to new markets to improve customer outcomes
+ Improve overall business unit performance through new product introduction
Identify continuous improvement activities
Salary range:
$70,500.00 - $126,500.00
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 diversity, equity and inclusion 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 embrace diversity and prioritize our employees' well-being through our DE&I initiatives and 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
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