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# Applications Engineer

- **Company:** Trumpf, Inc.
- **Location:** Santa Clara, CA, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $108,000.0 - $159,783.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Computer Networks, DeviceNet, Ethernet, Microsoft Office, Profibus, Salesforce.Com
- **Published:** October 15, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/48ddd4ca-64f2-4151-8294-6b7eee69439b

## About the Role

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 * Experience of 3+ years in similar engineering positions\n
 * Read and understand vacuum system architecture, including mechanical and electrical blueprints; and have a basic understanding of electrical and control systems\n
 * A basic understanding of systems/network communications technology Ethernet, DeviceNet, Profibus, etc.\n
 * Proficient in Microsoft Office and relevant administrative and industry software\n
 * Strong communication, Interpersonal and organizational skills\n
 * Necessitates local travel to customer sites; and other U.S. and European travel (25%) when required\n
 * Bachelor s degree or higher strongly preferred in the area of Electrical Engineering, Physics, or Material Sciences.\n
 * An equivalent combination of education and aforementioned experience would be considered.\n
 * Desirable industry experience includes semiconductor wafer fab equipment, vacuum coating and plasma processes, power supplies (DC, AC, and RF), and induction heating.\n
 * Customer Service or Sales Support experience.\n
 * Proven Project Management skills.\n
 * Application Programming Experience\n

## Description

The Applications Engineer is a technical resource for the dedicated sales force and is responsible for actively driving and managing the technology evaluation stage of the sales process. Working in conjunction with the Trumpf Huettinger sales team and R&D departments of the product centers, as technical advisor and product advocate, the Applications Engineer must be able to identify and provide reliable solutions for all technical issues to assure complete customer satisfaction through all stages of the sales process. The Application Engineer must be able to establish and maintain strong relationships throughout the sales cycle and collaborate closely with experts from the product centers.