Ryan Howes

Ryan Howes is a seasoned professional in the engineering and technology sectors, currently serving as Director at Xylem Water Solutions UK & Ireland since January 2025. As Global Product Manager for Cloud Platform Services at Xylem Inc. since September 2021, Ryan oversees the company's Enterprise Cloud platform, which facilitates digital transformation in the water industry. Previous roles include Systems Engineering Development Manager and Principal Architect at Schneider Electric, where responsibilities encompassed overseeing smart home products and team management. Early career experience includes systems engineering at Thales, focusing on advanced sonar technologies, and beginning as an Electrical Fitter Advanced Modern Apprentice at Babcock Marine. Ryan holds a Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from the University of Plymouth and a Master of Engineering from The Open University.