Sr Application Engineer

Xylem Water Solutions

5 - 9 years

8 - 9 Lacs

chennai vadodara

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Skills Required

process design costing hydraulics competitive analysis value engineering waste water treatment scheduling troubleshooting technical documentation metering

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Job Type

Full Time

Job Description

Lead pre- and post-bid activities , including proposal strategy, process design, costing, and technical documentation for wastewater treatment plants and equipme nt offering

Act as the decision-maker for bid/no-bid calls , ensuring risks, compliance, and competitiveness are well evaluated.

Provide technical leadership across all wastewater treatment technologies including biological processes, clarifiers, filters, intake screening, aeration, and dewatering systems.

Review tenders, specifications, and engineering drawings , identifying risks, deviations, and optimization opportunities.

Develop and validate Basic Engineering Packages (BEPs) including process design, mass balances, PFDs, P&IDs, hydraulic designs, HFDs, and unit sizing.

Drive preparation of budgetary and firm proposals , ensuring accurate costing, compliance, and alignment with approval processes (COA/DOA).

Compile complete proposal packages including datasheets, drawings, technical narratives, and compliance matrices.

Engage in vendor collaboration : issuing RFQs, evaluating technical offers, negotiating, and ensuring alignment with project requirements.

Serve as the primary technical and commercial interface with clients , leading presentations, clarifications, and negotiations.

Work cross-functionally with mechanical, controls, instrumentation, and execution teams to deliver integrated, optimized solutions.

Conduct risk assessments, compliance reviews, and competitive analysis to support strategic decision-making.

Mentor and develop the proposal/application engineering team, driving technical excellence and consistent proposal standards .

Ensure timely and accurate completion of proposal planning, scheduling, and deliverables

Must Have:

Expert-level knowledge of wastewater treatment processes and unit operations: biological systems, clarifiers, filters, intake screens, aeration, and dewatering.

Extensive experience in proposal preparation, costing, and client interaction for wastewater treatment projects.

Proven ability to lead bidding decisions (bid/no-bid) and secure internal approvals (COA/DOA).

Advanced capability in process, hydraulic, mass balance, and equipment sizing calculations.

Familiarity with international standards, codes, and compliance frameworks.

Good to Have:

Knowledge of mechanical, piping, and instrumentation design integration.

On-site exposure to erection, commissioning, and troubleshooting of wastewater treatment systems.

Strong leadership, mentoring, and cross-functional collaboration capabilities.

Awareness of emerging technologies, digital engineering tools, and industry advancements in wastewater treatment.

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