Engineering Leadership Development Program

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: Engineering Leadership Development Program (ELDP) is designed to accelerate professional development through technical and leadership training and a variety of business-critical assignments. If you love technology and want a career in engineering, the Xylem Engineering Leadership Development Program is for you!

The Engineering Leadership Development Program is a two-year program consisting of three rotational assignments which are driven by real business priorities. The program includes Continuous Improvement training, formal presentations to senior leadership, and valuable leadership training. The Rotational assignments are intended to provide a broad exposure within Xylem (Engineering, Innovation, Sustainability, Data Science, Software Engineering, Hardware Engineering, Power Electronics, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering and Chemical Engineering), leading to successful off program placement.

Core Responsibilities:

• Plan and perform assigned tasks within the framework of program rotation
• Complete assignment objectives on schedule, within budget, with higher than expected quality while maintaining accuracy and thoroughness
• Demonstrate ability to understand and apply engineering fundamentals in the business environment
• Demonstrate analytical / problem solving skills.
• Propose new analyses, techniques and methodologies with respect to specific area of responsibility where applicable
• Complete program training including continuous improvement training
• Participation in Xylem Watermark volunteer activities

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in either System Engineering, Hardware Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Power Electronics, Computer Science (firmware or software), Manufacturing Engineering, Chemical Engineering, etc.
• GPA greater than or equal to 3.0/4.0 overall 
• Strong commitment to a career in technology and a passion for engineering
• Analytical approach to problem solving
• Ability to lead and work in teams
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Prior internship, co-op or research experience

Timeline:

• The 2026 ELDP candidates begin in July 2026

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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.