Engineer II, Manufacturing

Manufacturing Engineer II

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.

• 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.

• Education & Experience
  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering (or related field).
  • 3+ years of engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Technical Skills
  • Experience with statistical analysis (SPC, DOE, Gage R&R) using tools like Minitab or Excel.
  • Exposure to automation, controls, or manufacturing systems.
  • Familiarity with data systems (e.g., SQL or basic programming) is a plus.
• Continuous Improvement Mindset
  • Lean Six Sigma Black Belt strongly preferred.
  • Proven ability to identify problems, analyze root cause, and implement solutions.
• Additional Strengths (Preferred)
  • Metrology experience.
  • Experience with automated test or manufacturing systems.
  • Spanish language skills.

• Hands‑on environment: ~75% of your time on the manufacturing floor.
• Collaboration: Work closely with cross‑functional teams across engineering, quality, and operations.

• Work on products that support sustainable water management worldwide.
• Be part of a team that values innovation, quality, and continuous improvement.
• Gain exposure to both manufacturing operations and new product development.
• Opportunity to lead meaningful projects and drive real impact on performance and cost.

• 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,…