Software Engineer Trainee

Location:

Elkhart, IN, US,

NIBCO is a recognized leader in the flow control industry. Headquartered in Northern Indiana, NIBCO has a manufacturing history that spans over a century and operates facilities across the United States, Mexico, and Poland. Our customers know us for exceptional quality, timely delivery, and outstanding product innovation. Setting us apart from competitors is our people.

If you’re looking for a place where your hard work and great ideas make a difference—NIBCO is the place for you.

16‑month training program that is broken out into two phases. The first phase will include a comprehensive 4‑month training program in which you will learn about NIBCO customers, products, manufacturing, distribution methods, and an introduction to Information Systems. Upon completion of the first part of the program, the candidate will transition into the second phase, which is a 12‑month rotation within the Information Services department.

This position is responsible for the development of application‑based solutions that meet defined needs within NIBCO business processes.

NOTE:

This is an entry‑level role. The position will work closely with the Sr Manager, Application Services, to learn how to execute the following responsibilities. Additionally, Milwaukee Valve is a government contractor and therefore requires associates to be United States citizens.

• Developing quality application code based on defined standards and established timelines using the latest IDE platforms such as Eclipse and MS Visual Studio.
• Convert business requirements into a design model utilizing object‑oriented technologies and principles. Present the design model through an iterative process to the project team.
• Secure relevant information, identify key issues and relationships, and relate/compare data from various sources to identify and develop potential solutions to new or existing application development processes.
• Acknowledge the importance of customers by listening to, understanding, and anticipating their needs, giving high priority to customer satisfaction.
• Participate in an initiative‑taking manner, taking actions to achieve goals beyond what is required in an environment of change and interruption.
• Research modern technologies and educate team members through technology awareness sessions.

• 1 – 2 years of academic, internship, or work experience with information systems, developing solutions for business problems, using the following:
• Computer Programming in various languages such as C#, Java, Python
• Object Oriented Design Concepts.
• Application Interfaces including exchange of data between internal and external software systems.
• Data Mapping and Modeling.

• BA/BS in business information systems, computer science or equivalent preferred.

• Demonstrated analytical and troubleshooting skills.
• Demonstrated aptitude to learn new software development languages and platforms.
• Strong verbal and people skills.
• Working knowledge of software development life cycles such as waterfall and agile.
• Proficient understanding of how software development solves business problems.
• Demonstrated service orientation.
• Ability to learn and adhere to new processes and systems and provide constructive feedback on improvement opportunities.

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times.
• Must be able to travel.

NIBCO is committed to equal opportunity employment. It is the policy of NIBCO to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

A recognized brand leader bringing flow control products and technologies to market, NIBCO has a history of success and innovation in the plumbing industry.

Headquartered in Elkhart, Indiana, we operate multiple manufacturing plants and distribution centers strategically located throughout the United States and globally, and offer more than 36,000 SKUs, including our NIBCO® family brands, Webstone®, Chemtrol® and Sure Seal®.

Today, NIBCO is a fifth-generation, family- and associate-owned business. Since 1904, we’ve pioneered many quality products and processes.