Sr. Design Engineer

Role overview

Sr. Design Engineer at Xylem

The Sr. Design Engineer – NPD is responsible for developing innovative products from concept through production release.

The role involves mechanical design, engineering analysis, prototyping, validation, and collaboration with global cross-functional teams to deliver reliable, manufacturable, and cost-effective product solutions.

Responsibilities

• Product Design & Development
• Develop product concepts, layouts, and detailed designs.
• Create and maintain 3D CAD models and engineering drawings using Creo or equivalent CAD tools.
• Prepare and maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs).
• Ensure designs meet performance, quality, cost, and manufacturability requirements.
• Engineering Analysis
• Perform engineering calculations and design evaluations.
• Conduct or coordinate FEA, CFD, tolerance stack-up, and structural analyses.
• Verify reliability, bearing life, shaft deflection, sealing arrangements, and product safety requirements.
• Project Execution
• Support projects from concept through prototype, validation, and production release.
• Prepare project plans, identify technical risks, and drive mitigation actions.
• Manage engineering deliverables and meet committed schedules.
• Cross-functional Collaboration
• Coordinate with Hydraulic, CFD, FEA, Manufacturing, Procurement, Quality, and Testing teams.
• Support supplier discussions and resolve technical issues.
• Participate in design reviews and stage-gate processes.
• Validation & Product Launch
• Support prototype builds, testing, validation, and field trials.
• Analyze test results and implement corrective design actions.
• Support product launch and transition to manufacturing.

Required qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Experience in product design and development, preferably pumps, rotating equipment, or industrial products.
• Knowledge of FEA, CFD, GD&T, tolerance analysis, materials, castings, fabrication, and manufacturing processes.
• Familiarity with PLM systems such as Windchill.

Preferred qualifications and skills

• Proficiency in CAD tools (Creo preferred).
• Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.
• Understanding of hydraulic and mechanical systems.
• Effective communication and collaboration with global teams.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects.
• Key Deliverables
• Concept Designs
• 3D CAD Models
• Engineering Drawings
• BOMs
• Design Calculations
• FEA/CFD Reports
• Validation Reports
• ECN/ECR Documentation
• Manufacturing Release Packages
• 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.

Employment details

• Location: Vadodara 73 East Ave [India]

About the employer

• Xylem is a Fortune 500 global water solutions company dedicated to advancing sustainable impact and empowering the people who make water work every day.

Additional role details

• 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.