Engineering Technician- Hydro Lab
Badger Meter · Milwaukee, WI
- Level
- Engineer
- Team
- Manufacturing
- Degree
- Required (or equivalent experience)
- Experience asked
- 20+ years
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- 18 days ago
The role in 30 seconds
An engineer-level manufacturing role at Badger Meter (industrial) in Milwaukee, WI. In this role, you'll work alongside Design, Manufacturing, and Quality Engineers to support product development through mechanical and hydro testing, data analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- They ask for
- 20+ years · degree required (or equivalent experience)
- Tools it names
- Validation (IQ/OQ/PQ), Tooling
- Day to day
- some off-shift / weekend coverage
Read from the posting. The full description is below.
From the plant jobs report · week of October 19, 2026
Manufacturing Engineer roles in Wisconsin: typical posted base $74k–$118k.
Median of the low and high ends of 7 live postings that list pay, out of 30 manufacturing engineer openings in Wisconsin, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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How this role compares
Against 29 other live manufacturing postings in Wisconsin.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- More than usual (20+ vs 5+)
Typical $74k–$118k, from 7 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Tooling 57%
- Lean 40%
- Machining 40%
- ✓ Validation (IQ/OQ/PQ) 40%
- Automation 33%
- Root cause 30%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
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How to get in at this plant
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- 1
Pick 2–3 people on the Manufacturing team at Badger Meter
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Send a short, curious note
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- 3
Turn a reply into a short call
Questions worth asking about this team:
- What does a normal week look like on your team?
- Is the work mostly new product launches or sustaining existing lines?
- How much time do you spend on the floor versus at a desk?
- How does off-shift and weekend coverage work?
- How did you land the job? What stood out in your interviews?
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Bring proof to the interview
One page of before-and-after numbers from projects you led: scrap, OEE, cycle time, cost. Plant managers hire on results.
Full description from Badger MeterAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Key Responsibilities
- ◆Execute mechanical and performance testing for new and existing products using established test procedures and standards.
- ◆Set up, configure, and operate test equipment, fixtures, and instrumentation to support development and validation activities.
- ◆Test production components and prototypes to evaluate functionality, reliability, and performance.
- ◆Collaborate with Design Engineers and cross-functional teams to investigate product performance and support development projects.
- ◆Accurately document test results, observations, and conclusions in technical reports and engineering databases.
- ◆Analyze and verify test data to ensure accuracy, consistency, and repeatability.
- ◆Interpret technical drawings, schematics, specifications, and test plans.
- ◆Utilize precision measuring equipment such as calipers, micrometers, scales, and microscopes for product inspection and evaluation.
- ◆Support calibration, maintenance, and troubleshooting of laboratory equipment and instrumentation.
- ◆Identify opportunities to improve testing methods, laboratory equipment, safety practices, and overall lab efficiency.
- ◆Assist with preventive maintenance activities and contribute to a safe, organized laboratory environment.
Qualifications
- ✓Associate degree, technical diploma, or equivalent post-secondary education in Mechanical Technology, Engineering Technology, Manufacturing Technology, or a related field.
- ✓1-3 years of experience in a mechanical testing, laboratory, manufacturing, product development, or engineering support environment.
- ✓Experience using precision measurement tools and laboratory instrumentation preferred.
- ✓Experience interpreting engineering drawings and technical documentation preferred.
Why Join Us?
This is an opportunity to work directly with engineers on innovative products, gain exposure to product development and testing, and help deliver solutions that make a real impact. You'll play a hands-on role in validating product performance while contributing to continuous improvement and innovation within our engineering team.
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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
Are you someone who enjoys hands-on testing, troubleshooting, and working with innovative products? We're looking for a detail-oriented Mechanical Lab Technician to join our engineering team and play a critical role in testing, validating, and improving product performance.
In this role, you'll work alongside Design, Manufacturing, and Quality Engineers to support product development through mechanical and hydro testing, data analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives.
What We're Looking For
- •Strong mechanical aptitude and a hands-on approach to problem solving.
- •Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with engineers and technicians.
- •Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate, high-quality work.
- •Excellent communication skills with the ability to clearly document and communicate testing observations and results.
- •Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel for data analysis and reporting.
- •Comfortable working in a laboratory and testing environment with various mechanical systems and equipment.
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
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