Senior Mechanical Engineer- New Product Development

Senior Mechanical Engineer – New Product Development

Badger Meter - Where Every Drop Counts and So Do You 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.

What You Will Contribute:

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Mechanical Engineer to support the development of new products and enhancements to existing offerings within our engineering organization. This role is responsible for leading technical design efforts, ensuring product quality and reliability, and collaborating across multiple functions to successfully bring products to market. The ideal candidate will bring strong engineering judgment, disciplined problem-solving skills, and a proven ability to execute projects from concept through commercialization.

• Product Development and Technical Leadership
• Verification and Testing
• Design and Engineering Excellence
• Project and Team Leadership
• Cross-Functional Collaboration

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering required;
  Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering preferred
• 7+ years of relevant engineering experience, preferably in product development
• Proficiency with 3D modeling and FEA tools
• Demonstrated ability to lead projects to successful completion
• Strong analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving skills
• Effective communication and presentation skills, with the ability to work across functions and organizational levels
• Preferred:
  Experience with LabVIEW, MATLAB, or CFD
• Familiarity with Design for Six Sigma (DFSS) methodologies (Green Belt or higher)
• Experience integrating electronic components into mechanical systems

Competitive Total Rewards at Badger Meter:
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

An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. This company considers candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. Applicants can learn more about their rights regarding equal opportunity in employment by viewing the federal "EEO is the Law" poster and the "EEO is the Law" poster supplement at http://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). Badger Meter complies with all aspects of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), as amended by the ADA Amendments Act, and all applicable state or local disability laws.

This means that we will reasonably accommodate qualified employees with a disability if accommodation would allow them to perform the essential functions of their job, unless doing so would create an undue hardship.