UX Designer

Digital Control Incorporated (DCI) is the world’s leading supplier of underground locating and steering products for the horizontal directional drilling (HDD) industry. Since the introduction of this revolutionary technology 30 years ago, Digital Control has been at the forefront of trenchless technologies that enable the efficient installation of underground utilities such as fiber optic, telecom, gas, and water lines world-wide. DCI’s products are valued for their durable design, ease of use and uncompromising commitment to customer service.

We are seeking a talented and experienced Product Designer to join our User Experience (UX) team. As a Product Designer at DCI, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the user experience across our range of products, including web applications, mobile apps, and embedded systems. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to conceptualize, design, and deliver intuitive and fit-for-purpose experiences that enable our users to get their job done.

What you'll do:

• Collaborate with product managers, engineers, and other stakeholders to understand user needs and project requirements.
• Translate conceptual ideas into compelling design concepts, wireframes, mockups, and prototypes.
• Design user interfaces for web applications, mobile apps (iOS and Android), and embedded systems with a focus on usability in a high-distraction outdoor environment.
• Create pixel-perfect designs that adhere to our design system guidelines and design best practices.
• Conduct user research, usability testing, and gather feedback to iterate and improve the user experience.
• Work closely with developers to ensure seamless implementation of designs, including providing assets and specifications.
• Stay updated on industry trends, emerging technologies, and design tools to continually enhance your skills and knowledge.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Design, HCI, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent work experience).
• Proven experience (2-5 years) in product design with a strong portfolio showcasing your design skills and process.
• Proficiency in design tools such as Figma, Adobe Creative Suite, Sketch, or similar. Figma highly preferred
• Solid understanding of human-computer interaction principles and UX best practices.
• Experience designing mobile applications for iOS and Android platforms.
• Familiarity with embedded design principles and constraints.
• Strong graphic design skills with an eye for typography, layout, and visual hierarchy.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to articulate design decisions.
• Self-motivated with a passion for innovation and creativity.

Who you are:

• You are a dedicated problem solver who collaborates with your teammates to create thoughtfully-designed experiences for your users.
• You're not afraid to ask questions - and you're not afraid to answer them either.
• You know that as a UX designer it's your job to serve as the voice of the user.
• Your work is thoughtful and thorough, and you're passionate about design.
• You keep up to date on design trends and new technologies.

If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every requirement, we encourage you to still apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or another role at DCI.

Benefits

• Unparalleled health benefits (PPO plan with no deductibles, no co-pays, DCI covers 99% of costs)
• Quarterly bonuses: we all share in the success of the company
• Professional development
• 401k match (3% match from DCI regardless of participation, 5% maximum match, 100% vested immediately)
• 22 days PTO
• Parental leave
• Company covers 100% of payroll taxes for state family medical leave
• 11 annual paid holidays plus 1 floating holiday
• Winter break (we are closed the last week of each year)
• See more benefits information here.

Compensation:

• DCI is proud to offer comprehensive compensation packages including competitive base pay and discretionary quarterly profit sharing bonuses to all part-time and full-time team members. Base pay is reviewed at a minimum on an annual basis.
• Pay range: $107,500 - $117,000 per year. To ensure equity, our compensation philosophy is to bring people into new roles in the range of the mid-point of that role. Factors considered for pay include the level of skill, experience, training, external market factors, and internal value.
• Profit sharing bonus: Over the last 3 years, quarterly bonuses ranged between 11% and 27%. Future bonuses could be higher or lower depending on company profits.

Why DCI?

Work hard, play often... DCI employees are innovative and creative. Our open (forest-like) work environment creates free flowing conversations across all functions. We have gaming days; Lego challenges and ping pong matches to build on our creativity when one hits a roadblock. If that is not enough, our employees bring their four-legged companions (dogs) to work and can take them for a walk around the Green River trail.

DCI takes pride in caring a lot about our employees. We believe that employees should not be burdened with benefits expenses, so we provide lucrative health care plans unmatched in most other companies. We also like to eat at DCI and find any excuse to celebrate the most random holidays (Pi Day, Chocolate Ice Cream Day, etc.) We have monthly catered lunches, a fully stocked snack area, sporting tickets, wellness competitions, and most importantly a team of people who will tell you that DCI is the best place they've ever worked. This is evident by our long service team and low turnover.

We Celebrate Inclusion:

DCI is an equal opportunity employer. Employment at DCI is based solely on a person's merit and qualifications directly related to professional competence. DCI does not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition (including breastfeeding), or any other basis protected by law.

It is DCI’s policy to comply with all applicable national, state and local laws pertaining to nondiscrimination and equal opportunity. The Company's EEO policy includes the full & complete support of the Company and all levels of leadership. Because it's just the right thing to do. We hope you think so too.