Was great to work for ITT - the birth of Xylem ruined the company. - Anonymous employee Xylem Employee Review

2.0
Jul 21, 2013
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Pros

I did work with some great people, some of whom are still friends. Interesting work and a caring culture as ITT.

Cons

Incredibly political. As Xylem, very cold and uncaring towards the employees. Cut, cut, cut - yet people with questionable jobs or are total suck-ups remain. Lots of "peter principle" at the top.

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5.0
Jun 6, 2026
Anonymous intern
Recommend
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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 Technology and systems are outdated, processes aren’t documented, and training/onboarding is weak.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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