The company has lost its way. Constant restructuring and job uncertainty - Anonymous employee Xylem Employee Review

2.0
Feb 2, 2026
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Pros

If you're a high performer and are able to keep your head above the water at all times, there are several opportunities available for internal movement and advancement.

Cons

There is constant restructuring within the company, largely aimed at improving short-term profitability for shareholders, often at the expense of capable and committed employees. While focusing on the bottom line is understandable, mass layoffs with same-day exits and no notice period are not the only or most effective way to achieve this. In the short term, the numbers may look strong. However, over the next two to three years, the ongoing talent drain and reduced operational capacity risk leaving too few people to execute projects, fulfill orders, and properly support customers.

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5.0
Jun 6, 2026
Anonymous intern
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Pros

Nice managers, supportive, kind environment

Cons

None really, would recommend for internship

2.0
Jun 25, 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 Technology and systems are outdated, processes aren’t documented, and training/onboarding is weak.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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