Founded in 1995, Novae started making trailers in January 2001 with the idea to offer quality products with great service, deal fairly with people, and recognize that suppliers, employees, community and customers are all important to success. Our purpose is to create opportunities for people to make their lives better and to leave a legacy of positive impact.

Headquartered in Markle, IN, Novae is one of the fastest-growing and most respected trailer manufacturers in North America, operating 12 distinct brands including Sure-Trac, H&H Trailers, CAM Superline, ITI Cargo, Midsota, and LOOK Trailers. Novae has grown both organically and through acquisitions to become the second largest trailer manufacturer in North America. Novae currently has more than 1,200 employees, 20 manufacturing facilities across 8 states and maintains an active dealer network of more than 1,100 partners.

Our company is driven strongly by growth and a set of core values the leadership team emphasizes: Embracing and Driving Change, Service-Minded, Strong Character, Self-Discipline, Accountability, Work Ethic.

In December 2021, Brightstar Capital Partners ("Brightstar"), a private equity firm focused on partnering with families, founders, entrepreneurs, and management teams, completed its acquisition of Novae LLC in partnership with the Company's two founders and senior management team. Under Brightstar’s ownership, Novae has already grown significantly in size and is poised to continue to grow.

Job Summary: Design, verify, build, and validate new products, as well as improvements to existing products. The design engineer will research and develop new ideas and prototypes to create and build trailers.

Essential Functions

• Design new and innovative products from small features on trailers to complete trailers.
• Create Inventor Models, schematics and other material needed for prototype builds.
• Manage multiple prototype projects simultaneously across multiple departments and locations.
• Responsible for quoting and tracking cost of new designs.
• Take ideas from concept to a completed project.
• Make recommendations to improve design of current products.
• Aid in the launch of new products into manufacturing.
• Train and communicate new designs to Operations and Manufacturing Engineers.
• Take initiative to recommend and develop processes with respect to engineering and manufacturing areas to drive consistency in approach, methods, and results. Support Engineering team in implementing new processes to ensure consistency in approach and methodologies across all plants in the organization.
• Research, understand and evaluate competitive products and use cases.
• Assist in other areas and perform other duties, as needed. (This is not intended to be a comprehensive list of activities, duties, or responsibilities required for this job.)

Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering or Bachelor of Science in Manufacturing Engineering Technology preferred or demonstrated skills and abilities. Associates degree and experience will be considered.
• Experience in a design/manufacturing environment, preferred.
• Demonstrated use of Mechanical Engineering verification tools/techniques, ISO/QS Quality systems, projects resulting in cost/quality/delivery improvements.
• Hands-on trouble shooting skills to find solutions in high pressure situations and implement solutions in area of responsibility.
• Engineering theory hand calculations as well as use of FEA for verification.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills - effectively present important messages at all levels of the organization.
• Teamwork beyond an average level, ability to collaborate with colleagues effectively to achieve mutual goals throughout the organization.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office programs and drawing software.
• Advanced level of influence and negotiation skills.
• Able to exercise effective judgment, sensitivity, and creativity to changing needs and situations.
• Knowledge of basic electric circuity and hydraulic systems.
• Ability to learn product lines to become subject matter expert.
• Ability to prioritize workload and balance multiple projects simultaneously, including following through on commitments – exceptional organizational skills.

Competencies:

• Empathy. Treat all individuals with respect and dignity – see all sides of a situation.
• Active learner. Continuously expand knowledge for the good of the company.
• Big picture mindset. See the end goal and identify the plan for success.
• Flexibility. Be open to change and willing to continually revise created material to best fit the needs of whole team.

Benefits

• Medical Insurance (PPO + HDHP options)
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• Supplemental Life Insurance (Employee, Spouse and Children)
• 401(k) contribution after 30 days + company match on first 3%
• Weekly Accrued PTO
• Company Paid Short Term and Long Term Disability
• Company Paid Life Insurance

Novae LLC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Novae LLC complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.