Engineering Technician- Hydro Lab

At Badger Meter were more than a leading global water technology company - were innovators with a mission: to preserve and protect the worlds 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 doesnt 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 youll 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.

Are you someone who enjoys hands-on testing troubleshooting and working with innovative products Were 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 youll work alongside Design Manufacturing and Quality Engineers to support product development through mechanical and hydro testing data analysis and continuous improvement initiatives.

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.

• 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.

• 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.

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. Youll play a hands-on role in validating product performance while contributing to continuous improvement and innovation within our engineering team.

• 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 addition to the match the company will also contribute 5% of your eligible compensation to your Defined Contribution account on an annual 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 $5250

• 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 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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