Senior Manufacturing Engineer

Badger Meter

Milwaukee, WI

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SKILLS

Automation, Budgeting, Business Analysis, Business Case, Capacity Management, Certified Financial Planner (CFP), Coaching, Communication Skills, Continuous Improvement, Corrective Action, Cost Control, Cross-Functional, Design for Assembly (DFA), Disability Accommodations, Document Management, Electrical Engineering, Engineering, Engineering Management, Equipment Selection, Financial Analysis, Industrial Engineering, Investment Capital, Leadership, Lean Six Sigma, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Analysis, Manufacturing Design, Manufacturing Engineering, Manufacturing Operations, Manufacturing/Industrial Processes, Mentoring, Multitasking, Operational Support, Problem Solving Skills, Process Control Engineering, Process Development, Process Improvement, Process Manufacturing, Product Design, Product Development, Product Support, Product/Service Launch, Production Systems, Project/Program Management, Quality Management, Revenue Growth, Root Cause Analysis, Safety Process, Safety/Work Safety, Six Sigma Black Belt, Six Sigma Green Belt, Supply Chain Operations, Technical Leadership, Technical Strategy, Technical/Engineering Design, Validation Documentation, Vendor/Supplier Management, Vendor/Supplier Selection, Willing to Travel

LOCATION

Milwaukee, WI

POSTED

1 day ago

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, inclusiveculture 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:

Are you passionate about bringing new products to life and driving innovation on the manufacturing floor? As a Senior Manufacturing Engineer at Badger Meter, you'll play a key role in shaping the future of our manufacturing operations. You'll lead complex engineering initiatives, drive automation and process improvements, and partner with cross-functional teams to ensure new products are designed and launched with manufacturing excellence in mind.

In this highly visible role, you'll serve as a technical leader across new product development and manufacturing operations, influencing product design, advancing automation strategies, and delivering improvements that enhance safety, quality, delivery, and cost performance. You'll also mentor fellow engineers, lead strategic projects, and help define the future of our manufacturing capabilities.

What You'll Do

Lead manufacturing engineering efforts for new product development projects, from concept through production launch.
Partner with Design Engineering, Quality, Operations, and Supply Chain teams to ensure products are designed for manufacturability, assembly, and automation.
Develop and implement innovative manufacturing processes that improve safety, quality, productivity, and cost efficiency.
Drive Design for Manufacturability and Assembly (DFMA) and Design for Automated Assembly reviews.
Lead automation initiatives, including equipment selection, vendor management, validation, and production implementation.
Provide technical leadership for complex manufacturing challenges, conducting root cause analysis and implementing sustainable corrective actions.
Manage multiple engineering projects simultaneously, ensuring timelines, budgets, and business objectives are achieved.
Identify and lead continuous improvement, capacity expansion, and cost-reduction initiatives using Lean and Six Sigma methodologies.
Develop process controls, documentation, and validation strategies to support high-quality and reliable production processes.
Prepare and present capital investment requests, financial analyses, and business cases for manufacturing improvements and new technologies.
Mentor and coach Manufacturing Engineers while serving as a technical resource across the organization.
Contribute to long-term manufacturing strategy, technology roadmaps, and capacity planning initiatives.
Support manufacturing operations and product launches as needed, including occasional weekend support.

What You'll Bring

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical, Industrial, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
5+ years of manufacturing engineering experience in a production environment.
Experience supporting new product introductions and manufacturing process development.
Strong background in automation, process improvement, and manufacturing optimization.
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt required; Black Belt preferred.
Experience leading cross-functional projects and influencing stakeholders across multiple levels of an organization.
Ability to analyze and leverage manufacturing data to drive decision-making and continuous improvement.
Strong communication, presentation, and problem-solving skills.
Experience mentoring engineers or leading technical projects is highly desirable.

Working Environment

Approximately 50% of time spent on the manufacturing floor or in laboratory environments and 50% in an office setting.
Up to 10% domestic and international travel.
Occasional weekend support required.
Audiogram testing required based on department requirements.

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

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.

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Senior Manufacturing Engineer

Badger Meter

Milwaukee, WI

About the Company

Badger Meter

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