Don't go there - Anonymous employee Xylem Employee Review

1.0
15 Nov 2016
Anonymous employee
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Pros

There are no pros with Xylem. I would not recommend this job to my worst enemy! I am sorry, but there just isn't anything good I can say about Xylem. Worst job I have ever had.

Cons

Their business plan is based upon the chaos theory. I totally agree with the other reviewer it is bedlam. Biggest problem is, most of the people working there don't want to do their job and that is from the top down.

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5.0
6 Jun 2026
Anonymous intern
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Pros

Nice managers, supportive, kind environment

Cons

None really, would recommend for internship

2.0
25 Jun 2026
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Pros

Good pay, unlimited PTO, and the occasional free lunch when leadership is in town. There are also volunteer activities available if you want to get involved.

Cons

Only 12 paid holidays, and Veterans Day and MLK Day aren’t included. Expectations shift constantly, creating rework, wasted effort, and frequent overtime that leads to burnout. The environment is highly political, with a small group gatekeeping information, unclear ownership, and perception often outweighing results. The business is volatile, with heavy, frequent restructures and ongoing headcount cuts. Technology and systems are outdated, processes aren’t documented, and training/onboarding is weak. The culture leans toward a boys’ club, and it’s easy to feel sidelined or disrespected—so you’ll need a thick skin. Decisions are driven by short‑term goals, and the future often feels uncertain.

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