Sr Manufacturing Engineer

Why Badger Meter?

Badger Meter is a leading global water technology company, with a mission to preserve and protect the world’s most precious resource.  For more than 100 years, cities and businesses have utilized our innovative and trusted solutions to enhance operational efficiency and conserve water while making it more affordable, clean and resilient.  Just like every drop counts, at Badger Meter every employee counts because our contributions have a lasting impact on the world!

Here at Badger Meter, we believe that our approach to diversity, equity, and inclusion is the very foundation of our success. Our commitment is reflected in our core values, where we strive to create an environment that celebrates differences, encourages innovation, and ensures that every voice is celebrated and appreciated.  

We understand that a diverse team brings a variety of perspectives and ideas, which ultimately fosters creativity and excellence. Badger Meter provides opportunities for career growth and development for every employee by creating a supportive and inclusive workplace where they can make meaningful contributions while preserving the world’s most precious resource. 
 

What You Will Contribute:

We are seeking a skilled and driven Manufacturing Engineer to support and improve our production processes, drive efficiency, and ensure product quality. This onsite role is critical to bridging the gap between engineering and manufacturing, with a strong focus on hands-on problem solving, process optimization, and cross-functional collaboration.

Essential Job Duties:

• Analyze and improve manufacturing processes to increase efficiency, reduce waste, and enhance product quality
• Develop and maintain work instructions, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and process documentation
• Support daily production operations by troubleshooting equipment and process issues
• Collaborate with design engineering to ensure manufacturability of new products and changes
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives using lean manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies
• Assist in the selection, installation, and validation of new equipment and technologies
• Conduct time studies, capacity analysis, and layout planning to optimize workflow
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards
• Train production staff on new processes and equipment
• Participate in root cause analysis and corrective action for quality issues

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering (or related field)
• 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing engineering role
• Strong understanding of lean manufacturing principles and process improvement tools
• Proficiency in CAD software and manufacturing systems (e.g., ERP, MES)
• Excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced production environment
• Must be able to work onsite and engage directly with production team

Working Conditions:

• Depending on the assigned department, must complete an audiogram test 

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://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/ofccpost.htm

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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