Senior Engineer- Manufacturing

Badger Meter•Racine, WI

19h

About The Position

Badger Meter is a leading global water technology company focused on preserving and protecting the world's water resources. With over 120 years of experience, the company provides solutions to optimize water delivery and usage, maximize revenue, and reduce waste. Badger Meter emphasizes a workplace that celebrates differences, empowers voices, and encourages innovation. Employees contribute to a sustainable future and find purpose-driven work, career growth opportunities, and a supportive, inclusive culture.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical, Industrial, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
5+ years of manufacturing engineering experience in a production environment.
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt required; Black Belt preferred.
Experience leading process improvement, automation, or new product introduction initiatives.
Strong analytical skills, including experience using data and databases to drive decision-making.

Nice To Haves

Black Belt preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead manufacturing strategy and execution for new product development programs, ensuring products are designed for efficient, scalable production.
Drive transformational process improvements that increase productivity, quality, capacity, and operational performance.
Champion automation and advanced manufacturing technologies, partnering with equipment suppliers and system integrators to implement innovative solutions.
Influence product and process decisions through Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and Design for Automated Assembly initiatives.
Lead cross-functional engineering projects from concept through production launch, balancing scope, schedule, budget, and business objectives.
Solve complex manufacturing challenges through data-driven root cause analysis and sustainable corrective actions.
Identify and deliver cost savings, capacity improvements, and operational efficiencies using Lean and Six Sigma methodologies.
Develop compelling business cases and capital investment proposals that support long-term growth and manufacturing capability.
Serve as a trusted technical leader, mentoring engineers and helping elevate manufacturing engineering best practices across the organization.
Partner with leadership to support strategic planning, technology roadmaps, and future-state manufacturing initiatives.

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: Company match up to 7% of eligible compensation and an additional 5% annual company contribution.
Access to a certified financial planner
Employer Paid benefits including: Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Basic Group Life Insurance, Short Term Disability
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