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Applications Engineer

Ultimate Staffing Services
Scotts Valley, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 11/18/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/17/2026
Position OverviewUltimate Staffing Services is actively seeking an experienced Applications Engineer to join Digital Dynamics, Inc. (DDI), a leading company that designs and manufactures real-time network-based machine and process controllers. Located in California, DDI is an employee-owned company with a collaborative environment and a small company feel. The Applications Engineer will serve as the technical point of contact for DDI customers, providing pre-sale consultation and post-sale technical support.ResponsibilitiesDefine DDI solutions from application requirements gathered through consultation with customers.Develop and present technical proposals to customers.Work with the DDI engineering team to fulfill customer requirements for new and custom products and features.Capture and communicate customer requests for new features and products.Facilitate customer adoption of DDI technology through product training and technical support in both remote and onsite settings.Contribute to creating and managing support resources, including product manuals, application notes, training materials, and software examples.Support DDI participation at trade shows, conferences, and seminars.RequirementsBS or MS degree in engineering with five years of industrial automation experience involving I/O controllers, motion control, and functional safety standards (e.g., IEC 61508, EN ISO 13849-1) in technical, customer-facing roles.Experience with electrical schematic and PCB design documents, PCB design process, and commissioning and troubleshooting electrical systems.Knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, SharePoint), CAD environments, and Windows and Linux operating systems.Proficiency in software programming languages such as C/C , C#, and Python.Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities, including technical writing and presentation skills.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.Strong organizational skills and time management with a team approach.Self-starter with an aptitude for continuous learning and a results-driven personality.Moderate travel is required.Required Work HoursMonday to Friday, during standard business hours.BenefitsProfit SharingAdditional DetailsThe salary range for this position is $125,000 to $145,000 per year. DDI is committed to diversity in its workforce, including Equal Employment Opportunity for Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. For unincorporated Los Angeles county, to the extent our customers require a background check for certain positions, the Company faces a significant risk to its business operations and business reputation unless a review of criminal history is conducted for those specific job positions.

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