Difficult uncertain times - Nottingham Xylem Employee Review

3.0
13 Apr 2017
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

There are a good bunch of hard working people still left at Xylem that still strive to do their job to the best they possibly can. Pay scales in all departments are reasonable. Good benefits, health care, pension as well as others.

Cons

Constant uncertainty due to continued restructuring of the business. There's no feel of one Xylem, it feels like each department operates independently and it feels like a battle to work with certain departments.

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5.0
6 Jun 2026
Anonymous intern
Recommend
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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
CEO approval
Business outlook

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 Technology and systems are outdated, processes aren’t documented, and training/onboarding is weak.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