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TRUMPF

Engineering Technician – Software Development

Santa Clara, CA

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Seniority
Mid level
Country
US
Work mode
On-site / unstated
First seen by hirly
15 Oct 2026

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As a family-run, high-tech company with nearly 19,000 employees at 71 locations worldwide, we are looking for forward thinkers with unconventional ideas and drive to join our team. Our company culture, which values collaboration and mutual trust, creates the ideal framework for boldly trying new things and questioning the status quo. Our technologies inspire people to develop and produce things that are currently unimaginable. Whether lasers, machine tools, EUV or electronics - TRUMPF is building technological worlds for future generations. Are you ready for new challenges?

The Engineering Technician I – Software Development position is an entry to mid-level technical resource, for internal, software, development programs. This position reports to a department Technical Manager, and assists identifying and providing reliable solutions for product technical issues. This role is accountable for software modifications, and technical support for high power RF and VHF generator equipment of TRUMPF Huettinger (TH) products. These services will include both software and firmware modifications. Other customer support via telephone, and email may be required. General travel for first year will be approx. 10 - 20%, with occasional international travel for training. Additional travel may be required once training is completed.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Maintain highest level of product knowledge and industry applications – e.g. Semiconductor, Display, Optical.
  • Articulate technology and product positioning to both business and technical users
  • Provide design and specification development support to consultants, integrators, and distributors
  • Respond to functional and technical elements of RFIs/RFPs
  • Listen, understand, and convey customer requirements to internal stakeholders; eventually leading to a client consultation and presentation of proposed design and technical concepts
  • Assist in the design and development of new products and tools necessary to progress business objectives
  • Maintain accurate records of client accounts, opportunities, quotes, projects, contacts and correspondence in company approved databases
  • Provide status reporting of ongoing projects and future projects
  • Travel to local project sites to perform start-up, integration, and training services. Upon achieving increased levels of experience, travel may include regional, customer locations.
  • Resolve customer issues or difficulties in a manner that is consistent with the company mission, values, and financial objectives
  • Maintain professional business relationships with both internal and external customers and stakeholders
  • Cooperation with other TRUMPF Huettinger departments

Experience & Education

  • Experience 2+ years in similar software engineering or technical positions
  • Read and understand vacuum system architecture, including mechanical and electrical blueprints; and have a basic understanding of electrical and control systems
  • A basic understanding of systems/network communications technology – Ethernet, DeviceNet, Profibus, etc.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office and relevant administrative and industry software
  • Strong communication, Interpersonal and organizational skills
  • Necessitates local travel to customer sites; and other U.S. and European travel for training when required
  • An associate’s degree is required, with a bachelor’s degree or higher, strongly preferred in Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or Material Sciences.
  • An equivalent combination of education and experience would be considered.
  • Desirable industry experience includes semiconductor wafer fab equipment, vacuum coating and plasma processes, power supplies (DC, AC, and RF), and induction heating.
  • Customer Service or Technical Support experience.
  • Proven Project Management skills.
  • Application Programming Experience

Pay & Benefits

Retirement: 401(k) with generous company match

Health & Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits with employer HSA contributions and 100% employer-paid vision premiums for employees and eligible dependents.

Education Assistance: Tuition reimbursement and student loan guidance to support your continued learning

Family Support: Paid family and parental leave programs, plus comprehensive reproductive and family health resources

Work-Life Balance: Paid time off available from day one, plus 11 paid company holidays

Income Protection: Company-paid life insurance at two times base salary, along with short- and long-term disability coverage

Additional Programs: Gym membership subsidy, employee referral bonuses, recognition awards, and a scholarship program for employees' children

Pay Range: $44.66 - $70.19

TRUMPF Inc. endeavors to make TRUMPF careers pages accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance in completing the applications process, please contact our HR department at 860.255.6000 or at HRgeneral@us.trumpf.com . This contact information is for accommodation requests only and can not be used to inquire about the status of application.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

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