Facilities Project Engineer II

Badger Meter•Milwaukee, WI

18h•Onsite

About The Position

At Badger Meter, we're more than a leading global water technology company - we're innovators with a mission: to preserve and protect the world's most precious resource. For over 120 years, our trusted solutions have enabled our customers to optimize the delivery and use of water, maximize revenue and reduce waste. Every employee at Badger Meter is an important part of our success. Here, your work doesn't just move a business forward - it shapes a more sustainable future. We are committed to building a workplace where we celebrate differences, empower voices, and encourage fresh ideas that drive innovation. When you join us, you'll find: Purpose-driven work that makes a real difference in communities around the globe. Career growth and development opportunities designed to help you achieve your potential. A supportive, inclusive culture where collaboration and creativity thrive. Be part of something bigger. At Badger Meter, your contributions will ripple far beyond the workplace - creating lasting change for people and the planet. Are you ready to take your engineering expertise beyond the blueprint and into real-world impact? As a Facilities Project Engineer II at Badger Meter, you'll be at the forefront of maintaining and optimizing our global facilities, ensuring that our buildings, infrastructure, and manufacturing equipment operate seamlessly in a safety-first culture. This is a hands-on, high-visibility role that blends technical problem-solving with strategic project leadership. From troubleshooting HVAC systems and managing multimillion-dollar capital projects to driving sustainability initiatives and collaborating across departments, you’ll play a vital role in shaping the spaces where innovation happens. If you're passionate about continuous improvement, thrive in both office and manufacturing environments, and want to contribute to a company committed to environmental responsibility and operational excellence this could be a great role for you. This will be an onsite role at our Milwaukee facility for an engineer with at least 3 years or more of experience.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Facilities engineering, manufacturing engineering, industrial engineering, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, or related field required
3+ years of experience in a similar role desired
Intermediate proficiency with MS Office Suite required
Basic f amiliarity with codes and regulations (NFPA, NEC, OSHA) required
Ability to apply project management skills to all facets of work to ensure projects meet cost and timing objectives.
Basic understanding of f acility design and construction required.

Responsibilities

Support facilities operations by troubleshooting varied infrastructure (HVAC, air, water, building construction, etc.), systems (CMMS, BAS, etc) and equipment in manufacturing and office operations.
Recommend changes to aforementioned infrastructure, systems, and equipment.
Provide engineering support, training, technical expertise and problem solving to all site departments on facilities items.
Responsible for facilities related project management and execution which may include design, scope writing, budget generation, contractor comparison, contractor management and project execution for various facility renovation and upgrade projects. Projects may range in size, up to potential expenditures of several million dollars.
Assist in development, management, and execution in capital expenditure budgets.
Lead, manage and participate in capital expenditure infrastructure projects to support facility and GHG goals from inception to completion, which may include end user collaboration, design, government permitting and contractor management. Capital expenditure projects may include HVAC equipment, office/cube renovations, room remodels, facility expansions, facility maintenance (roofs/building exterior), general site improvements (landscaping) and general building space upgrades.
Develop comprehensive and sustainable preventative maintenance plans for new and existing infrastructure and equipment. Leverage asset management system and other tools in support of appropriately maintaining infrastructure and equipment.
Research, evaluate, and implement facilities technologies that place Badger Meter in a position of technological leadership with the consideration of objectives in the areas of Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, Environment, and Employee.
Work with other disciplines such as manufacturing engineering on facilities and plant related items such as cell layouts and continuous improvement projects.
Develop and maintain sustainable processes and procedures as it relates to plant layout and infrastructure drawing management.
Ensure that facilities meet health, safety, regulatory and legal requirements. This work may involve working with internal recourses and external organization. External organizations may include (but not limited to) government agencies, property insurance carriers, general contractors, service providers and/or architects.
May manage contracted services (such as landscaping or similar services).
Up to 10% travel required (1-2 trips a year)

Benefits

Competitive Pay
Annual Bonus
Eligible for Annual Pay Increases
Comprehensive Health, Vision, and Dental Coverage
15 days Paid Time Off + 11 Paid Holidays
Two Ways to Save for Retirement: Badger Meter contributes 25 cents for every dollar you contribute to the plan, up to 7% of your eligible compensation. In addition to the match, the company will also contribute 5% of your eligible compensation to your Defined Contribution account on an annual basis. Additional access to a certified financial planner to help ensure your money is working for you, at no cost!
Employer Paid benefits including: Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Basic Group Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, and more
Educational Assistance – Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250
Voluntary benefits including : Additional Life Insurance, Long Term Disability, Accident and Critical Illness coverage
Health Savings Account (HSA) & Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options