Field Service Engineer IV
Xylem
- Location
- Hazelwood, Missouri
- Work model
- On-Site
- Level
- Staff
- Posted
- Sep 1, 2026
About this role
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. CORE RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS • Live our culture and exemplify our Growth Enabling Behaviors to be highly enabled to deliver, highly empowered to succeed and highly accountable to lead. • Leads and guides the most complex site surveys to develop base or installation design plans • Trains customers and other engineers to maintain and adjust very complex tools, test equipment, calibrations items, etc. • May develop and design the planning and estimating of labor categories, rates, material dollar costs, transportation expenses and per diem rates to complete the most complex proposals. • Guides the review of very complex task plans, drawings, and installation schematics and provides continual guidance throughout task duration • Develops and submits reports covering all job activities • Preempts potential problems and provides effective solutions in reaction to application of concepts, techniques, knowledge or processes • Demonstrates advanced knowledge of professional principals and skills • Seeks advice and guidance on non routine or problem areas for others • Applies judgment and authority for safety stop work • Advanced computer skills (for ability to operate corporate tools) • Independently performs basic and possibly more advanced tasks and functions for professional field of work • Specialized skill/training or certification may be required in addition to all prior level Tech training requirements POSITION REQUIREMENTS (INFORMATION PROVIDED BELOW WILL BE USED IN THE JOB POSTING PROCESS) 1. FORMAL EDUCATION: REQUIRED: • BS/BA degree in Engineering • 8+ yrs of experience 2. KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE: • Technical expert able to address more complex business issues; • Develops execution strategy of complex systems; • strong knowledge of operational processes as defined in work area; • greater ownership of business; commits to deliverables; • strong understanding of business acumen; drive some strategic • customer relations; drive value creation in the business; • excellent communication skills; team lead & mentors others; • able to evaluate risk & minimize business impact; • Ability to comprehend PLC ladder logic; • Ability to consult with sales on system design; • Applies advanced skills to resolve complex problems; • Working knowledge of system instrumentation calibrations; • Ability to understand complex plumbing and instrumentation design; • Advanced mechanical and/or electrical aptitude; Travel requirements: 50% 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