Hydro Lab Technician: Precision Mechanical Testing

Badger Meter Inc; Wisconsin; Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Annual bonus

Health, vision, and dental coverage

Paid time off and holidays

Retirement plan contributions

Tuition reimbursement

Educational assistance

HSA & FSA options

Job summary

Badger Meter is seeking a Mechanical Lab Technician to join our engineering team in Wisconsin. You will support product development through mechanical and hydro testing, data analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives.

You will work with Design, Manufacturing, and Quality Engineers to validate performance, interpret drawings, and document results. This hands-on role requires accuracy and a proactive approach to lab safety and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or technical diploma in Mechanical Technology or related field.
• 1–3 years of experience in mechanical testing or engineering support.
• Experience with precision measurement tools and reading engineering drawings preferred.

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.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Independent work

Detail-oriented

Documentation

Excel data analysis

Education

Associate degree in Mechanical Technology

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Laboratory instrumentation

Job description

Badger Meter is seeking a Mechanical Lab Technician to join our engineering team in Wisconsin. You will support product development through mechanical and hydro testing, data analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives.

You will work with Design, Manufacturing, and Quality Engineers to validate performance, interpret drawings, and document results. This hands-on role requires accuracy and a proactive approach to lab safety and efficiency.