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.
Are you a motivated student looking to make a real-world impact through your academic work? We're seeking a driven individual to conduct a Life Cycle Analysis (LCA) of one of Xylems monitoring and control products, exploring its environmental impacts from cradle to grave.
About the Project
Xylem wants to deliver products that can reduce the customers environmental impact and this would be an opportunity to measure one products footprint.
Through this thesis project, you'll be responsible for performing a detailed LCA, identifying key environmental hotspots, and proposing actionable recommendations to improve the product's sustainability profile.
What You'll Do
- Gather and analyze data across the full life cycle of a chosen monitoring and control product (raw material extraction, production, usage, and end-of-life).
- Use LCA methodologies and tools (e.g., GaBi, SimaPro, or OpenLCA) to evaluate environmental impacts.
- Collaborate with our team of experts and access company resources to support your research.
- Analyze the existing routine and suggest improvements
- Prepare a comprehensive thesis report and present findings to stakeholders.
Your Profile
- Currently pursuing a degree in Engineering with interest in Environmental Science, Sustainability, or a related field.
- Strong analytical skills with experience or coursework in Life Cycle Assessment.
- Familiarity with LCA software and frameworks is a plus.
- Enthusiasm for sustainability and making a positive impact.
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.