Mechanical Engineer-Additive Manufacturing & Product Development

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 employeesoperatingin 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.

Xylem does not provide visa sponsorship for this position

The Role:

We are seeking a hands-on Mechanical Engineer to support new product development through a combination of engineering design and additive manufacturing. This role is responsible for operating and maintaining large-format SLA and FDM printers, producing high-quality prototype components, and partnering with other design engineers to rapidly develop, evaluate, and improve new products for the Xylem Applied Water product development team.

The ideal candidate enjoys both designing mechanical components and working directly with hardware. They are equally comfortable creating CAD models, troubleshooting printers, post-processing prototype parts, and collaborating with cross-functional teams throughout the product development process.

Primary Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot large-format SLA and FDM additive manufacturing equipment.
• Prepare print files, optimize build orientation, support structures, and process parameters for successful prototype production.
• Perform post-processing activities including cleaning, curing, support removal, sanding, machining, assembly, and inspection.
• Design and modify mechanical components and assemblies using CAD software.
• Support prototype development, engineering testing, and design validation activities.
• Collaborate with product development engineers to rapidly iterate designs based on testing and customer feedback.
• Maintain additive manufacturing equipment, materials, inventories, and laboratory organization.
• Develop and document best practices for additive manufacturing processes.
• Participate in design reviews and engineering problem-solving efforts.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or related engineering discipline.
• 3 to 6 years of experience preferred
• Experience with CAD software with experience in Creo preferred.
• Hands-on experience with additive manufacturing and prototyping.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to manage multiple prototype requests or projects.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience operating industrial SLA and FDM printers.
• Knowledge of engineering drawings and GD&T
• Familiarity with new product development or manufacturing engineering.
• Experience with traditional manufacturing processes for sand casting, injection molding, and CNC machining.
• Experience with polymer materials and all major additive manufacturing processes.

The estimated salary range for this position is $80k to $100k base plus bonus. Starting pay is dependent on multiple factors, such as skills, experience and work location, and is not typically at the top of the range. At Xylem we offer a competitive compensation package with a generous benefit package, including Medical, Dental, Vision plans, 401(k) with company contribution, paid time off, paid parental leave and tuition reimbursement.

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; wherewe recognize the power of inclusion and belonging in driving innovation and allowing us to compete more effectively around the world.

At Xylem, you'llnot 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 providingreasonable accommodationsto enable all employees to perform their essential job functions. We reserve the right to modifythis job description and assign additionalduties as needed. Embrace the opportunity to be part of Xylem's transformative journey in shaping the future of water technology! #XylemCareers #GlobalImpact #WaterInnovation