Engineer II, Manufacturing
About The Position
At Badger Meter, we’re committed to enabling smart water management solutions that support communities around the world. As a Manufacturing Engineer II, you will play a critical role in ensuring the accuracy, reliability, and continuous improvement of our water metering technology. In this role, you’ll combine hands-on engineering with data-driven problem solving—supporting production, improving test systems, and contributing to new product development as a subject matter expert in accuracy testing. If you enjoy working on the manufacturing floor, solving complex technical challenges, and driving measurable improvements, this is a great opportunity to make an impact.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering (or related field)
- 3+ years of engineering experience in a manufacturing environment
- Experience with statistical analysis (SPC, DOE, Gage R&R) using tools like Minitab or Excel
- Exposure to automation, controls, or manufacturing systems
Nice To Haves
- Familiarity with data systems (e.g., SQL or basic programming) is a plus
- Lean Six Sigma Black Belt strongly preferred
- Proven ability to identify problems, analyze root cause, and implement solutions
- Metrology experience
- Experience with automated test or manufacturing systems
- Spanish language skills
Responsibilities
- Support manufacturing operations
- Troubleshoot production challenges and implement timely, effective solutions
- Partner with production teams to resolve product and process issues
- Own and improve accuracy testing
- Operate, troubleshoot, and enhance accuracy test stands
- Design and execute product validation and verification testing
- Drive continuous improvement
- Lead value analysis/value engineering (VA/VE) and cost reduction initiatives
- Apply Lean and Six Sigma principles to improve quality, efficiency, and reliability
- Strengthen product quality and process control
- Utilize statistical tools (SPC, DOE, Gage R&R) to inform decision-making
- Develop and maintain process documentation, work instructions, and procedures
- Support engineering and capital projects
- Initiate and implement engineering change requests
- Develop business cases and support capital equipment investments
- Collaborate across teams
- Serve as a key partner to R&D, quality, and manufacturing teams
- Contribute to new product development as the accuracy testing expert
- Ensure operational excellence
- Support ISO audits and compliance activities
- Identify improvement opportunities and drive them through to implementation
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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
