A Day in the Life: From Engineer to Stakeholder

What does engineering look like when you approach each decision like the success of the business depends on you? At Digital Dynamics Inc. (DDI), an employee-owned electronics manufacturing company supporting semiconductor equipment and high-reliability assemblies, engineers work with a mindset of shared accountability, one that any professional can adopt to grow their impact.

This session takes attendees inside a typical day in the life of three engineers, Software, Electrical, and Applications who collaborate across functions to solve problems in real time. From developing embedded code to troubleshooting test plug issues or translating customer challenges into actionable improvements, these roles highlight the dynamic, hands-on nature of engineering in today’s fast-paced production environments.

Through a real-world case study and interactive problem-solving scenario, attendees will step into the shoes of a cross-functional team responding to a product test failure. They’ll be challenged to think critically, ask the right questions, and consider how engineering, communication, and business impact intersect.

What sets this session apart is its emphasis on the ownership mindset: taking initiative, making decisions with long-term impact in mind, and partnering across disciplines. While DDI’s engineers are legally co-owners, the behaviors they demonstrate proactive collaboration, continuous improvement, and quality-driven thinking are skills anyone can bring to their workplace, regardless of company structure.

Whether you're an aspiring engineer, educator, or workforce leader, this session offers practical insights into how to lead from where you are and build a resilient, rewarding career in electronics and semiconductor manufacturing.