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If working for an organization with a long history of technological innovation and high advancement potential in a supportive, collaborative and positive work environment are top considerations for your next career move, then you need to look at the opportunities at Bourns.

Bourns was founded 75 years ago with the guiding principles of providing breakthrough technology solutions, high quality products, responsive service and exceptional value. Those principles still hold true today and have instilled a culture that is committed to excellence and ethical operations. As a leading provider of advanced components for power conversion, circuit protection and motion control sensing solutions, Bourns employs more than 9,000 people in 21 countries and operates 17 manufacturing centers and 15 R&D facilities. Our customers and partners rely on Bourns to meet strict design requirements and satisfy international standards in a broad range of industries and applications. We achieve this stature because Bourns employees excel in the development of new products and continuous improvement processes that keep the company a global leader in delivering outstanding service.

If you are results oriented, have the drive to find industry-leading ways to meet ongoing technological challenges and go the extra mile to maximize customer relationships, then we invite you to apply to join the Bourns team. 
 

 

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Bourns, Inc.
​California:

1200 Columbia Avenue 
Riverside, Ca 92507


About Bourns
Bourns, Inc., is a leading manufacturer and supplier of position and speed sensors, circuit protection solutions, magnetic components, microelectronic modules, panel controls and resistive products. Headquartered in Riverside, California, USA, Bourns serves a broad range of markets, including automotive, industrial, consumer, communications, non-critical life support medical, audio and various other market segments. Additional company and product information is available at www.bourns.com.

Openings

Bourns, Inc., a leading global supplier of reliable, high-quality electronic components and solutions for over seventy-five years, seeks a Corporate Recruiter.

In this role, you will successfully identify top talent for all requisitions across the organization. Additionally, you will ensure candidates for all open requisitions are efficiently sourced and an active pipeline of candidates is maintained.

Primary Responsibilities:
  • Managing the overall interview, selection, and closing process
  • Taking ownership of candidate experience by managing it
  • Sourcing candidates using a variety of search methods to build a robust candidate pipeline
  • Accessing candidates by reviewing resumes, and performing phone screenings
  • Facilitating the offer process by extending the offer and negotiating employment terms
  • Partnering with the Hiring Manager to create and post detailed and transparent job ads that accurately reflect the requirements and responsibilities of the positions
  • Planning and executing effective social media recruitment strategies that will help us attract and hire top-notch candidates
  • Exploring important recruitment niches and staying abreast of recruiting trends and best practices
  • Ensuring all screening, hiring, and selection is done in accordance with employment laws and company policies
  • Effectively prioritize workload and priorities based on high-volume hiring
  • Maintaining tracking spreadsheet on recruiting activities as required (KPIs, retention, AAP staffing activities, applicant flow, time to hire, and recruitment for all owned roles
  • Acting as the main point of contact for all Hiring Manager's requirements
Qualifications Needed:
  • Minimum of 3 years of recruiting experience preferred
  • Experience recruiting for various leadership roles
  • Working knowledge of recruitment processes and workflow, and applicable data reporting
  • The ability to handle 10+ unique requisitions and up to 20 requisitions at any time across all departments
  • Experience with applicant tracking systems (SuccessFactors Recruitment Manager preferred)
  • Familiar with social media, Indeed, Facebook, LinkedIn Recruiter for recruiting purposes
Other Skills:
  • Demonstrated ability to establish effective and cooperative working relationships built on trust
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills
  • Ability to manage a wide range of relationships with a variety of stakeholders
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office
  • Working knowledge of interview techniques and applicant screening methods
  • Proficient understanding of employment laws and regulations
  • Ability to thrive in a fast paced/changing environment
  • Familiar with a wide variety of sourcing avenues
As a key member of the Bourns Human Resources team, you will have an opportunity to grow with the company and advance based on your results, performance, and hard work. We offer a competitive salary, excellent benefits and the opportunity to work in an expanding international company. To apply, please e-mail your resume and cover letter to our Human Resources Department at: BournsHR.Riv@bourns.com.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran

Pay Range: $65,000 – $73,000 DOE

Bourns, Inc., a leading global supplier of reliable, high-quality electronic components and solutions for over seventy-five years, seeks a Credit and Collections Assistant II.

The Credit and Collections Assistant II is responsible for expediting the collection and maintenance of receivables, to ensure improved cash flow. This position is responsible for credit analysis for a wide portfolio of accounts.

The Credit and Collections Assistant II will be a guide to others within the department and assist as appropriate with policies, procedures, and guidelines within the department.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities
  1. Assist the Credit and Collections Supervisor in extending credit to customers according to established credit policy.
  2. Conduct initial customer contact by telephone or other correspondence for collection of outstanding receivables.
  3. Identify bad debt/delinquent accounts through knowledgeable research, analysis, and gathering of pertinent information.
  4. Assist with complex issues regarding account responsibilities/job requirements, including but not limited to investigations into delinquent customer accounts, account reconciliation, and disputed items with customers and/or internal sales staff.
  5. Assist Credit and Collections Supervisor as directed in SAP Credit Management and Accounts Receivable cycle (Statements, Invoicing, Collections, Cash Application, etc.).
  6. Maintain and prepare credit reports required by management and/or auditors using Excel or other software applications.
  7. Assigned to special projects, conduct training presentations, and assist with the preparation and scheduling of department meetings.
  8. Provide support to the Credit Analyst function when required.
Qualification Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited College and/or University
  • A minimum of 10 years of directly related experience in Credit/Collections
  • Interpretive skills of understanding and evaluating credit information, as well as the sources as it pertains to the customer to assess exposure to risk
  • Strong team interactive skills
  • Advanced training in problem-solving analysis procedures and techniques
  • Ability to read and understand contracts regarding how they apply and affect each account is essential for this position
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams
As a key member of the Bourns Credit & Collections team, you will have an opportunity to grow with the Company and advance based on your results, performance, and hard work. We offer a competitive salary, excellent benefits, and the opportunity to work in an expanding international company. To apply, please e-mail your resume and cover letter to our Human Resources Department at: BournsHR.Riv@bourns.com.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran

Payscale: $25 – $30. Per hour DOE

Bourns, Inc., a leading global supplier of reliable, high-quality electronic components and solutions for over 75 years, seeks an Engineering Process Champion. The Engineering Process Champion is a strategic role responsible for optimizing engineering processes to drive productivity, quality, and innovation, incorporating Lean Engineering principles. They lead process improvement initiatives, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and champion a culture of continuous improvement and waste reduction. The ideal candidate possesses strong analytical and problem-solving skills, project management expertise, and a background in engineering principles and Lean methodologies. They will drive change, measure performance, and implement data-driven improvements based on Lean Engineering principles. This position offers an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact on our organization's success by driving excellence and innovation in engineering processes.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Lead the development and implementation of engineering process improvement initiatives, utilizing Lean Engineering principles to enhance productivity, quality, and innovation.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify areas for process optimization and improvement, applying Lean tools such as value stream mapping, Kaizen events, and 5S methodology.
  • Conduct a thorough analysis of existing engineering processes, utilizing Lean principles to identify bottlenecks, inefficiencies, and waste, and propose and implement innovative Lean solutions.
  • Facilitate process mapping and documentation using Lean techniques to ensure a clear understanding of workflows, roles, and responsibilities, and identify areas for waste reduction and streamlined operations.
  • Provide training and guidance to engineering teams on Lean Engineering best practices and process adherence, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and waste elimination.
  • Ensure common engineering processes, work instructions, implementation, and metrics for design centers across the Division.
  • Monitor and evaluate process performance, using Lean metrics and performance indicators to identify areas for improvement, reduce waste, and track progress towards Lean targets.
  • Stay up to date with industry trends, emerging Lean methodologies, and best practices in engineering process management, and make recommendations for their implementation.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to drive a culture of continuous improvement and waste reduction, promoting Lean thinking and efficiency throughout the organization.
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related field. Master's degree is a plus.
  • Five years of experience in engineering process improvement or related roles.
  • Strong knowledge of engineering principles and methodologies, with a focus on process optimization and efficiency, including Lean Engineering principles.
  • Proven track record of successfully leading and implementing process improvement initiatives in an engineering environment, with Lean experience preferred.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify process gaps and propose effective Lean solutions.
  • Strong project management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks, manage timelines, and deliver results within established deadlines.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
  • Proficiency in process mapping and documentation tools/software.
  • Continuous improvement mindset, with a passion for driving excellence and innovation in engineering processes.
  • Fluent English knowledge (both written and oral).
  • Ability to plan, organize, and prioritize multiple tasks and projects in alignment with dated objectives and goals.
  • Ability to make effective presentations and respond accurately and succinctly to questions from department members, engineering management, senior management, customers, and others.
  • Ability to be visible and approachable, and lead by example in a matrixed organization.
  • Builds and maintains constructive working relationships characterized by acceptance, cooperation, and respect by others.

As a key member of the Bourns Engineering team, you will have an opportunity to grow with the Company and advance based on your results, performance, and hard work.  We offer a competitive salary, excellent benefits, and the opportunity to work in an expanding international company.  To apply, please e-mail your resume and cover letter to our Human Resources Department at: BournsHR.Riv@bourns.com.
Equal Opportunity Employer: Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran

Pay scale: $80,000 - $110,000 DOE

Bourns, Inc., a leading global supplier of reliable, high-quality electronic components and solutions for over seventy-five years, seeks a Product Line Manager - Custom Magnetics.

In this role, you will work closely with plant managers, external contractors, corporate strategic marketing, sales management, finance, and other shared functions to assure the quality, delivery, and profitability of the assigned product line.

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Plan, schedule, and provide overall resource management for the product line to establish and achieve long-range overall goals and objectives of the company in keeping with Corporate and Division policies and procedures.
  • Interact with functional leaders and give direction on all activities for the designated product line, which include but are not limited to Operations, Quality Control, Human Resources, Manufacturing Engineering, Production Control, and Accounting.
  • Establish and maintain suitable short and long-range planning, organization, and controls for the product line to achieve company objectives.
  • Implement financial objectives that will produce the designated product(s) at a standard cost, which maintains a competitive posture, based on achieving annual approved budget plans.
  • Interface with organizations in the community to establish and maintain good relations.
  • Interface with local government and be familiar with local laws.
  • Confer, as needed, with outside consultants, vendors, agents, contractors, and other professional individuals on matters affecting product line planning and operations. 
  • Prepare a comprehensive Product Line Action Plan annually or more frequently as required, to detail activities and improvements planned for the forthcoming periods.
  • Provide for the most effective product line planning, scheduling, controls, budgeting, standards, personnel training, materials, tooling and equipment to accomplish current and future objectives.
  • Direct and administer the operations and projects of the product line using project management techniques through designated group and section heads or other key personnel.
  • Continually review results achieved by the product line against plans and goals in order to measure the performance of the groups and individuals and to determine ways to improve results.
  • Provide for the most effective planning, scheduling, controls, budgeting, technical staff, supplies, tooling and equipment, and use of outside technical facilities or services, when required, to accomplish product line projects.
  • Maintain close liaison with Marketing, Engineering, and Customers to assist in determining market potential on new products within their designated product line and determining industry technical trends, new product opportunities, etc.
  • Establish tactical plans that meet product line objectives developed in five-year plans, annual financial plans, and quarterly financial updates.
  • Responsible for representing product line technical positions on industry association and standards committees.
  • Interview and coordinate with Human Resources in the selection of key personnel.  Review and approve employees’ performance, recommend promotions, pay increases, disciplinary action, and other personnel changes.
  • Confer with members of the legal staff on patent activity and maintenance of requisite engineering laboratory notebooks.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications Needed:

  • Prefer ten years of progressively responsible experience in the electronics manufacturing and engineering environment of electromechanical products, with recent and successful P&L responsibilities.
  • Prefer that seven years of this experience involve the direct influence of several operational functions such as manufacturing, design, product management, applications, and/or marketing, involving medium to high volume, cost-sensitive electronic components.
  • Experience in the Electrification market is desirable.

Other Skills:

  • Financial acumen is required.
  • Must possess the potential to grow into future roles with increasing responsibilities.
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills
  • Ability to manage a wide range of relationships with a variety of stakeholders
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office
  • Working knowledge of interview techniques and applicant screening methods
  • Proficient understanding of employment laws and regulations
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced/changing environment
  • Familiar with a wide variety of sourcing avenues

As a key member of the Bourns Power team, you will have an opportunity to grow with the company and advance based on your results, performance, and hard work.  We offer a competitive salary, excellent benefits and the opportunity to work in an expanding international company.  To apply, please e-mail your resume and cover letter to our Human Resources Department at: BournsHR.Riv@bourns.com.
Equal Opportunity Employer: Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran

Pay Range: $155,000 – 170,000

Bourns, Inc., a leading global supplier of reliable, high-quality electronic components and solutions for over 75 years, seeks a Tax Clerk. Under close supervision, this role performs assignments and projects for the Corporate Tax Department.  This includes preparing sales/use tax returns, property tax statements and returns, annual reports, conducting tax research on issues affecting the Company, and participating in cross-functional meetings.  The role is very due date-oriented, and the candidate must be able to work to meet deadlines.
 
Primary Responsibilities:
1. Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual sales/use tax returns and work papers, and file returns in a timely manner.
2. Prepare quarterly diesel fuel tax returns and work papers.  File returns in a timely manner.
3. Prepare annual reports and work papers.  File reports in a timely manner.
4. Prepare property tax statements.  File statements in a timely manner.
5. Coordinate with Tax Department on getting property tax bills paid in a timely manner.
6. Communicate and work with various persons across the organization as necessary to gather information to prepare returns and work papers.
7. Provide help with routine matters such as organizing documents, printing out general ledger reports, creating finance reports for tax return preparation, and performing research for non-complex tax matters.

Qualifications Needed:
Working towards a B.S. in accounting or equivalent.

Pay scale:  $21/hour

On-site. Part-time/hourly. Approximately 15 hours per week. Anticipated hire date of 9/4/23 or after.

As a key member of the Bourns Finance team, you will have an opportunity to grow with the Company and advance based on your results, performance, and hard work.  We offer a competitive salary, excellent benefits, and the opportunity to work in an expanding international company.  To apply, please e-mail your resume and cover letter to our Human Resources Department at: BournsHR.Riv@bourns.com.
Equal Opportunity Employer: Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran



Michigan
Bourns Automotive Division 
1660 North Opdyke Road, Suite 200 
Auburn Hills, MI 48326

Bourns, Inc., a leading global supplier of reliable, high-quality electronic components and solutions for over 75 years, seeks an Engineering Manager - Electrical. The Engineering Manager - Electrical will lead a team of electrical engineers who are responsible for developing and testing electrical systems and components for our sensor products while also managing the Validation Lab. In this role, you will oversee the entire electrical engineering process, from hardware design to system integration. You will ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations, drive innovation in sensor architectures, and provide recommendations on functional safety solutions. This position requires a combination of technical expertise, leadership capabilities, and a deep understanding of electrical engineering. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background in electrical engineering and embedded systems, coupled with proficiency in managing a Validation Lab and ensuring the reliability and performance of sensor products.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Lead and manage a team of electrical design engineers, providing guidance, mentorship, and technical expertise.
  • Oversee the complete electrical design process, from quoting to concept development to product launch, ensuring adherence to quality standards, specifications, and industry regulations.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders (e.g., product management, mechanical design, operations, purchasing) to ensure effective communication, alignment of project goals and successful execution of projects.
  • Develop and maintain project plans, including timelines, resource allocation, and budget management, to ensure on-time delivery of projects.
  • Foster a culture of innovation, continuous improvement, and operational excellence within the hardware design team.
  • Coordinate with external suppliers and vendors to ensure the timely availability of components and materials for hardware development, as required.
  • Manage the Validation Lab, including equipment selection, maintenance, calibration, and test plan development.
  • Lead the Validation team to develop and execute comprehensive test strategies to validate and verify the performance and reliability of sensor products.
  • Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations, and actively participate in design reviews and audits.
  • Lead the Electrical Team as the Subject Matter Expert in customer and internal discussions.
  • Support the Worldwide Innovation team in electrical development, test and validation activities.
  • Stay updated with the latest advancements in sensor technologies, electrical development, and functional safety practices.
  • Maintain compliance with current ISO standards, IATF-16949, customer-specific requirements, and Bourns product development processes, as applicable.  Support, promote, and perform in a manner consistent with high-performance teams, continuous improvement goals, and values of Bourns Automotive Division.

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: 

  • 10 or more years of experience in product design and development required.
  •  3 or more years of management experience preferred.
  • Extensive experience in electrical design, preferably in the automotive industry, with a strong understanding of sensor technologies.
  • Proven experience in leading and managing an electrical design team, with a track record of successful project deliveries.
  • In-depth knowledge of electrical design processes, tools, and methodologies, and familiarity with industry standards and regulations.
  • Strong project management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks, manage resources, and deliver projects on time and within budget.
  • Experience in managing a Validation Lab, including test equipment selection, maintenance, and calibration strongly desired.
  • Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to identify and resolve technical issues.
  • Strong communication and leadership skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
  • Proficient in using design and analysis software tools, such as CAD, SPICE, and simulation tools.
  • Knowledge of automotive quality systems, such as ISO/TS 16949, ISO 26262 and familiarity with automotive OEM requirements.
  • Ability to travel both domestically and internationally as needed.

OTHER SKILLS: 

  • Strong problem solving
  • Solid knowledge of SPICE, EM / Magnetic simulation, and circuit analysis
  • Automotive products experience, such as Speed, Position sensors and Controls

As a key member of the Bourns Engineering team, you will have an opportunity to grow with the Company and advance based on your results, performance, and hard work.  We offer a competitive salary, excellent benefits, and the opportunity to work in an expanding international company.  To apply, please e-mail your resume and cover letter to our Human Resources Department at: BournsHR.Riv@bourns.com.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran

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Bourns, Inc., a leading global supplier of reliable, high quality electronic components and solutions for over 75 years, seeks a Sr. Electrical Development Engineer.

The Sr. Electrical Development Engineer plans, designs, and leads development and evaluation of electronic circuits and systems for new automotive sensor concepts.

 Primary Responsibilities:

  • Develops electronic concepts for sensors which meet design and cost targets.
  • Derives electrical requirements from system requirements.
  • Documents electronic development according to functional safety norms and Bourns design guidelines, such as bills of material, DFMEA, FTA, process flows, specifications, procedures, and other types of engineering documentation.
  • Coordinates team engineering assignments involving analysis, design or testing.
  • Schedules personal and team member work to ensure that project tasks are completed on time.
  • Reviews project reports written by other team members on assigned projects.
  • Works independently on multiple engineering projects.
  • Performs the analyses to develop design options or recommendations.
  • Performs the setup of database and job-related programming for computer-based systems.
  • Coordinates and performs trials for new models, operations, equipment, materials and quality in Company factories.
  • Provides support for evaluation of process deficiencies, process changes, modifications and customer field failures to derive new or improved design concepts.
  • Prepares bill of materials and supports cost estimates for assigned projects.
  • Develops electrical specifications and supports product specification development.
  • Has regular meetings with supervisor to review individual assignments and team projects.
  • Travels to domestic or foreign locations of the Company or its customers or suppliers to work in an office, laboratory or production environment to analyze and solve engineering-related issues.
  • Meets the requirements of the Concept to Customer (C to C) System.
  • Maintains compliance to current ISO standards, IATF 16949, customer specific requirements and Bourns product development processes as applicable. Support, promote, and perform in a manner consistent with high performance teams, continuous improvement goals, and values of Bourns Sensors Division.

Minimum Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering.
  • 5-7 years related experience.
  • Experience with development of automotive sensors is preferred.
  • Experience in high volume manufacturing.
  • High level of problem solving experience.
  • Skilled in developing electronic circuits meeting performance and EMC requirements.
  • Experience with planning and executing DoEs.
  • Experience with NI LabView is preferred.
  • Knowledge of communication interfaces such as CAN, LIN, SENT, PSI5, is preferred.
  • Intermediate MS Office suite.
  • Good command of the English language required.
  • Ability to work in teams and independently.

This position is located at the Auburn Hills, Michigan office.
As a key member of the Engineering Department, you will have an opportunity to grow with the Company and advance based on your results, performance, and hard work.  We offer a competitive salary, excellent benefits and the opportunity to work in an expanding international Company. 

For confidential consideration, please forward resume and cover letter to: kim.labarge@bourns.com

Equal Opportunity Employer
Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran

Bourns, Inc., a leading global supplier of reliable, high-quality electronic components and solutions for over seventy-five years, seeks a Senior Product Engineering Technician.

In this role, you will play a lead role in developing, building, and testing prototypes under the direction of the engineering staff. 

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Implement Mechanical/Electrical Hardware/Software including programming, design, build, implementation, and debug of fixturing used in prototype builds and testing.
  • Develop and build necessary test interface circuits for proper evaluation and test monitoring of active sensor designs.
  • Perform and document preventative maintenance of lab equipment.
  • Prototype component quoting, tracking, procurement, equipment set-ups, builds (i.e., fabricate, machining, benchwork, and assembly of models or components) and performance tests.  This includes writing a verification of test procedures, teardown analysis of lab failures as well as part failure analysis.  Test prototype and record test data for analysis and evaluation by Engineers.
  • When directed, test competitive products or spot test manufactured products or components for quality control purposes.
  • Make recommendations on methods and improvements to tests or products.
  • Assist in the preparation of technical reports, summaries, protocols, and quantitative analysis from observations and results of experiments.
  • Perform mathematical analysis and statistical computations.
  • Document work procedures in accordance with IATF 16949, ISO and C to C. 
  • Support prototype part submissions providing items such as functional test data, Dimensional Verification layouts and drawings and other customer specific requirements.
  • Conduct performance, functional and reliability (DV/PV, ES) testing according to documented procedures.  This pertains to all elements of the testing process, including setup of test and control software, performance of tests per procedures, accurate and thorough reporting and applicable analysis of test results, storage of test data and samples and notification of test status (pass/fail/deviated) to test requestor.
  • Write work instructions and develop machine and software setups for test equipment operation based on machine capabilities listed in equipment manuals and the applicable test specification.  Assist test requestors in the development/improvement of part-specific work instructions.
  • Meet the requirements of the Concept to Customer (C to C) System.
  • Maintain compliance with current ISO standards, IATF 16949, customer-specific requirements, and Bourns product development processes as applicable.  Support, promote, and perform in a manner consistent with High-Performance teams, continuous improvement goals, and values of Bourns Automotive Division.

Qualifications Needed:

  • Associate degree in Electronics and/or 5 years of related work experience. 
  • Experience with environmental testing, and the ability to build/repair/analyze with small SMT components preferred.
  • LabView experience a plus.
  • Knowledge of EMC/ESD testing preferred.
  • Experience in high-volume manufacturing.
  • High level of problem-solving experience.
  • Working knowledge of OSHA regulations preferred.

Other Skills:

  • Ability to perform mathematical analysis and understand simple statistical computations.
  • Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
  • Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
  • Ability to troubleshoot complex electronic and mechanical systems.

As a key member of the Bourns Engineering team, you will have an opportunity to grow with the company and advance based on your results, performance, and hard work.  We offer a competitive salary, excellent benefits, and the opportunity to work in an expanding international company.  To apply, please e-mail your resume and cover letter to our Human Resources Department at: BournsHR.Riv@bourns.com.
Equal Opportunity Employer: Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran



Logan, UT
Bourns, Inc., Ceramics
693 West 1700 South
Logan, UT 84321

Openings

Bourns, Inc., a leading global supplier of reliable, high quality electronic components and solutions, offers exciting and challenging careers for growth-oriented professionals. Our goal is to satisfy our worldwide customer base while achieving sound growth with strong application solutions based on technological products of innovative design, superior quality, and exceptional value.

We are seeking an EH&S Coordinator to perform a combination of tasks to coordinate and administer the duties and responsibilities of the EHS (Environmental, Health, and Safety) regulations.

This role has the following accountabilities:
  • Internal inspections; assist inspectors from various agencies (City, State and Federal).
  • Conducts periodic materials inventory and maintains records; prepares required reports.
  • Conducts and coordinates training for hazardous materials, environmental/safety. management topics e.g., Hazard communication, first aid/CPR, lockout/tagout, forklift training.
  • Oversee the local hazardous waste management program.
  • Oversees the universal waste management program
  • Prepares and submits the required documents and reports to address air emissions issues and obtain required permits.
  • Oversees the wastewater permit management, testing and mandatory agency and Corporate reporting.
  • Monitors chemical inventory and Tier II requirements and required reporting.
  • Team member for planning, preparation, training, and response for emergency preparedness/response
  • As the Chairperson of the Plant Safety Committee schedule and lead the regular Committee meetings, prepare and publish meeting minutes, and ensure Safety Committee responsibilities are met.
  • 11. Secures and updates Safety Data Sheets for all chemicals used in facility.
  • Maintains all records for EHS programs.
  • Stays current on all EHS regulations affecting Logan operations.
  • Maintains the facility security and fire warning system with company provider and control the interface and administrative lists.
  • Maintains and control employee identification, entry, and time system interface cards.
  • Other duties as assigned.
If you have the right experience along with the ability to work effectively with a globally distributed, multi-culture team we want to talk with you. The right candidate should have the following training and experience: Education:
  • Bachelor's Degree preferred in a relevant field.
Training and Experience:
  • Two or more years of experience in EH&S.
  • Proficiency in use of computer software such as MS Word, Excel, and Power Point.
  • A general understanding of all aspects of EH&S.
  • Broad understanding of federal, state and local labor laws.
This position is located at the Bourns' Manufacturing Plant in Logan, UT.

As a key member of the Manufacturing Team, you will have an opportunity to grow with the company and advance based on your results, performance, and hard work. We offer a competitive salary, benefits, and the ability to showcase your technical acumen. Please apply by e-mailing your resume, cover letter and salary requirement to our hiring office at: BournsHR.Riv@bourns.com
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Carrollton, TX
Bourns, Inc., Communications Division
4040 State Highway 121, Suite 120
Carrollton, TX 75010

Openings

Bourns, Inc., a leading global supplier of reliable, high-quality electronic components and solutions for over 75 years, seeks a Product Line Manager – Semiconductors.

The Product Line Manager – Semiconductors is responsible for revenues and profitability of all products that are developed and manufactured by the semiconductor product lines.  The Product Line Manager fully controls product pricing and is expected to achieve revenue growth, gain market share, and improve profitability.

The PLM champions, promote, and manages the designated product line to grow sales revenue, gain market share and optimize profitability. The effective Bourns PLM works closely with Market Directors, Engineering, Production, and Sales to ensure the product line remains competitive and develops a leadership position in target market segments and applications. The PLM must deeply engage with and fully support the worldwide sales team in targeting and penetrating key customers to achieve defined growth targets. The PLM provides leadership for functions dedicated to the product line which may include application engineering and pricing specialists. The PLM keeps abreast of product, market, technology, and application trends and provides leadership for the selection and execution of product development and technology adoption.

This position reports to the Vice President of Products & Technology, Protection Division.

Primary Responsibilities:

1. Plan:
a. Prepares a product line business plan annually, or more frequently as required, detailing improvement actions, strategic initiatives, and expected results. Establishes detailed tactical and strategic plans that meet long and short-term product line objectives.
b. Develops and updates product and technology roadmaps that address lucrative market opportunities, and those requiring competitive advantage to satisfy unmet needs.
c. Monitors and assesses the impact of industry technical trends and new technology development in the field and makes recommendations accordingly.
d. Establishes meaningful measurable goals for direct reports and continually reviews performance, recommends pay increases, disciplinary actions, and other personnel changes.
e. Establishes goals and improvement strategies for model families and product-related processes. Manages projects in conjunction with engineering, manufacturing, and other functions to improve technical performance and cost competitiveness.
f. Maintains a clear understanding of key competitors, competitive strategies, strengths and weaknesses, opportunities, and threats.
g. Ensures appropriate representation in applicable industry associations and standards committees.
h. Maintains compliance with current applicable regulatory and industry standards and customer-specific requirements as applicable.

2. Execute:
a. Continually reviews product line performance relative to a financial plan and market trends.
b. Drives a customer-focused culture throughout the product line organization.
c. Interacts closely with Market Directors to understand market trends and drive growth in key market segments and growth applications.
d. Assists with new sales opportunities as required. Helps coordinate between sales, marketing, engineering, manufacturing, and the customer.
e. Champions and promotes the product line to maximize market share position and sales revenue with distribution partners. Provides product and application training to Bourns’ sales team members and channel partners.
f. Drives market communication activities in close alignment with the Market Director and Marcom; contributes website content for optimal promotion of products and capabilities.
g. Reviews and approves or rejects Engineering Change Requests. Coordinates customer approvals when required, including managing the end-to-end Product Change Notification process.
h. Reviews and advocates for or rejects CAPEX requirements across Engineering, Production, and Facilities.
i. Plans, prioritizes, schedules, and provides overall resource management for the product line to establish and achieve short- and long-range goals and objectives. Engages, as needed, with outside consultants, suppliers, agents, contractors, and other professional individuals on matters affecting product line planning, operations, and market penetration.

3. Manage:
a. Establishes and implements effective improvement actions and recovery actions as necessary.
b. Accountable for product line revenues and drives revenue growth across key market segments.
c. Accountable for product line gross margin and drives improved profitability. Sets product pricing and develops pricing tools for pricing analysts and strategists.
d. Accountable for the proliferation of the products into new customers, market segments, and applications.
e. Manages product life cycles including new product introduction and product termination. Determine market potential and competitive environment to optimize the product line with additions and deletions.
f. Contributes to gate reviews as defined in the new product development process.
g. Drives quality issue resolution in partnership with QA teams.
h. Ensures that the product line’s business practices are acceptable within the bounds of proper business ethics and legal soundness and compliant with corporate policies and procedures.
i. Influences manufacturing operations with the objective to maximize gross margins, implement cost savings, improve quality levels, reduce lead times, manage assets, and optimize performance to key performance indicators.
j. Understands risk exposures of new and existing businesses and undertakes appropriate measures in coordination with Quality, Engineering, Contracts, Legal, and Management to minimize unnecessary risk exposures.
k. Accountable for product engineering with the expectation to minimize time to market.
l. Builds and maintains a team of excellence through recruiting, talent development, and coaching.

Interpersonal Skills:

  • Demonstrates independence, resourcefulness, and ability to self-motivate.
  • Demonstrates strong results-oriented management skills, assumes leadership, and delegates effectively.
  • Exhibits accountability and asserts accountability on others.
  • Exhibits ability to organize, prioritize, and trade-off.
  • Employs thoughtfulness with strong empathetic sensitivity.
  • Develops and maintains strong relationships with customers and internal departments.
  • Possesses a strong work ethic and cultural sensitivity.
  • Is flexible and able to work in a fast-paced environment with frequent travel.

COMMUNICATION SKILLS:

ORAL:Excellent communication skills to present information to all levels of employees and customers.  Ability to articulate value propositions and cutting-edge technologies with clarity and conviction.
WRITTEN:Excellent written skills to issue instructions, and present ideas, concepts, and solutions to all levels of personnel via letters, memos, presentations, graphs, charts, documents, etc. EDUCATION:Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with an Engineering Degree (Mechanical or Electrical Engineering preferred), or equivalent education, training, or experience. An advanced degree in marketing or business administration is desirable.
EXPERIENCE: At least ten years of progressively responsible experience in the Electromechanical or Mechanical industry.  Preferably five such years in a supervisory role.  Diversified experience in the disciplines of engineering, marketing, technical sales, product management, and program management is desirable.

OTHER SKILLS: Must have good time management skills, be able to continually evaluate priorities, and make appropriate adjustments.  Financial acumen is required.  Must possess the potential to grow into future roles with increasing responsibilities.

As a key member, you will have an opportunity to grow with the Company and advance based on your results, performance, and hard work.  We offer a competitive salary, excellent benefits, and the opportunity to work in an expanding international company.  To apply, please e-mail your resume and cover letter to our Human Resources Department at: BournsHR.Riv@bourns.com.
Equal Opportunity Employer: Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran


Tijuana, Mexico
Blvd. Agua Caliente 4006, 13 Aviacion
Tijuana, B.C. 22014
Mexico

Openings

Central America


Costa Rica
Del Cruce a San Antonio de Belen
Autopista Canas-150 Mts Al Oeste
Heredia, Costa Rica

Openings

​Europe


Germany:
Bourns Electronics GmbH
Eschenstr. 5
82024 Taufkirchen

Openings

Worldwide Director of Engineering – Steering (m/f/d)
Location: Taufkirchen / Munich Area 

Worldwide Innovation Manager (m/f/d)
Location: Taufkirchen / Munich Area 

Software Engineer (m/w/d)
Location: Taufkirchen / Munich Area 

Please visit our German recruitment microsite www.bourns-karriere.de for career opportunities and more information

Germany:
Kaschke Components GmbH
Rudolf-Winkel-Str. 6
37079 Göttingen

Openings

Please visit our Kaschke recruitment page www.kaschke.de/ausbildung-und-karriere for career opportunities and more information.



Hungary

Bourns Kft.
Hársfa ú. 9
H-8400 Ajka
Hungary

Currently, there are no openings.



Hungary

Bourns Kft., Veszprém Branch
Sepsiszentgyörgy utca 4
H-8200 Veszprém

Openings

This is the opportunity for you, if:
  • You have a reliable and conscientious personality,
  • You are accurate with time and with handling data, and
  • You would like to be a part of this enthusiastic team developing automotive steering sensors for the future.
Your daily responsibilities will be:
  • Designing, planning and prototyping electronic components, products and systems.
  • Preparing cost estimates and specifications for assigned project.
  • Performing the analyses to develop design options or recommendations. Facing and solving complicated problems.
  • Performing the setup of database and job-related programming for computer-based systems.
  • Coordinating trials for new models, operations, equipment, materials and quality in Company factories.
  • Advising and giving technical support to production areas in the evaluation of process deficiencies, process changes, modifications and customer field failures.
  • An openess to travel to domestic or foreign locations of the Company or its customers or suppliers to work in an office, laboratory or production environment to analyze and solve engineering-related issues.
  • Providing leadership and support to temporarily assigned engineers and other employees in group settings.
  • Reporting about your work, making technical presentations.
You are the ideal candidate if:
  • You have an electrical engineer degree,
  • You acquired fluency in English (this is a must for this position!), and also speak Hungarian,
  • You have approximately 4+ years of experience in product development, project management in the automotive industry (preferably with sensors or similar products), applying new technologies,
  • You have the ability to work independently, to prioritize projects, multi-task and meet deadlines,
  • You are skilled in reading and interpreting engineering drawings,
  • You are experienced with most of the following tools and processes: IATF 16949, PPAP, APQP, G8D, APIS-DFMEA, Altium Designer, Labview, Matlab,
  • You are great in statistical analyses, using software tools and spreadsheets,
  • You are able to convey ideas, concepts and detailed technical analysis to team members, supervisors, customers, and suppliers in a clear and understandable manner, and
  • You are resilient, customer-oriented and a great team worker.

Our mission is to satisfy our EMEA customer base while achieving sound growth with strong application solutions based on technological products of innovative design, superior quality and exceptional value.

We commit ourselves to excellence; to the continuous improvement of our people, technologies, systems, products and services; to industry leadership; and to the highest level of integrity.

Maintaining high customer satisfaction is the key responsibility of our back office teams in Veszprém . We are handling all arising requests regarding our products for all European markets taking price offers, monitoring market trends, supporting our sales colleagues (Inside Sales team), administering orders, handling aleatory complaints (Customer Service team). And keeping daily contact with our customers and distributors, analyzing and explaining sales related data, trends, and creating various reports (Sales Data team).

In order to better fulfill our European customers’ needs we are seeking a Sales Data Coordinator to our Sales Data team based in the EMEA Sales HQ in Veszprém.

Your tasks will be:
  • Handling standard reporting (booking/shipments, POS)
  • Replying to incoming requests for data/reports
  • Responsibility for all commission calculations in EMEA
  • Analyzing and explaining sales related data, trends, etc.
  • Maintaining various reports and proactively providing relevant information
  • Continuous improvement of informational value of sales data
  • Regular communication with our Area, Regional and VP Sales Managers and Sales Data team
Expectations:
  • Degree in commercial discipline or equivalent education,
  • Fluency in English,
  • Excellent skills in MS Excel, PowerBi and Tableau
  • Experience with MS SQL/VBA or any other reporting software is a plus
  • An easily accessible and very open, communicative personality
  • Highly service and detail-oriented attitude
  • Ability to work independently, to prioritize projects, multi-task and meet deadlines
  • Reviews customer specifications and document requirements in Polarion or similar.
  • Reviews requirements and determines if they are sufficient and contain the necessary information required to complete a design concept and/or respond to a customer request for quotation. Where information is not sufficient, notifies the responsible Bourns product engineer.
  • Identifies for product development hardware and software requirements and further identifies requirement attributes which apply to ISO 26262.
  • Manages and tracks requirements through the development life cycle including any change management pertaining to the product design.
  • Support chief engineers and their development team along with validation and test engineers with validation test strategies to ensure that defined test cases sufficiently cover the project’s documented requirements.
  • Tracking of verification status through the generation of requirements traceability matrices and associated statistics.
  • Works with the product development team on the creation of safety concepts and safety analyses including FTA, FMEDA, CCA and Interface Analysis.
  • Preparation of requirements for external development partners and supports the discussion and resolution of open issues with the development partners.
  • Conducts and moderates DFMEA meetings, capture DFMEA status with APIS, reports out on DFMEA to customer and tracks any DFMEA open issues to resolution.
  • Works in teams and independently to communicate development status and results to the product team and management.
  • Works with Program Management to ensure customer timelines are achieved.
  • Works with document controls to ensure compliance to agreed upon practices.
  • Interfaces with customer accounts as necessary.
  • Works with plant managers and plant program managers to successfully launch new products.
  • Maintains compliance to current TS 16949 and ISO 26262 standards and customer specific requirements, as applicable.
  • Supports, promotes, and performs in a manner consistent with high performance teams, continuous improvement goals, and values of the Bourns Automotive Division.
Feladatok
  • Vevői követelmények feldolgozása és rögzítése Polarion rendszerben
  • A követelmények értelmezése és elbírálása: tartalmazzák-e a megfelelő információkat annak érdekében, hogy a fejlesztési koncepció kialakítható legyen
  • Részvétel a HW és SW, valamint biztonságtechnikai követelmények meghatározásában
  • A követelmények folyamatos monitorozása a termékfejlesztési folyamat során
  • Együttműködés a termékfejlesztési csapattal a termékbiztonsági konceptek és analízisek kidolgozása során
  • Részvétel DFMEA elkészítésében
Elvárások
  • Műszaki felsőfokú végzettség
  • Vevői követelmények feldolgozásában és értelmezésében szerzett legalább 3 éves tapasztalat
  • Polarion vagy más hasonló követelménykezelő rendszer ismerete (pl. Doors, stb)
  • ISO 26262 szabvány ismerete előny
  • Erős kommunikációképes angolnyelv-tudás
  • Autóipari szabványok ismerete
  • Elektronikai ismeretek
  • Multinacionális vállalatnál szerzett tapasztalat
  • Vilamosmérnök, Mechatronikai mérnök esetleg
  • 4-6 év autóipari tapasztalat
Miről szól a munka:
  • rendszermérnököt keresünk, aki vevői követelménykezeléssel foglalkozik, csomagokat tölt be-ki a rendszerben
  • delegálja a követelményeket a mérnököknek
  • Design- FMEA preparation
  • elején nagy munkát kell beletennie, míg felépíti , ő kezeli moderátorként a szoftvert
  • Projekt elején dolgozik, jellemzően, míg a design kialakul
  • Nem nagyon utazós, az utazási hajlandóság nem fontos
  • Heti 2x Home office
Elvárt ismeretek: Vevői követelénykezelés, application engineer, D-FMEA ismeret, complaint matrix-tudja mit jelent, ISO 26262 Function safety tapasztalat

Előny: Quality tool-okkal, ha képben van.



UK

Bourns Ltd.
East Site, Manton Lane
Bedford MK41 7BJ
United Kingdom

Currently, there are no openings.


Asia Pacific

Taipei, Taiwan

Bourns Asia Pacific Inc., Headquarters
11F, No. 146, Sung Jiang Road
Taipei, Taiwan, 104 R.O.C

Currently, there are no openings.


India

Currently, there are no openings.


Shanghai / Shenzhen China

Bourns Trading (Shanghai) Co., Ltd
Room 1111-1112, SCG Huihao Business Plaza, No. 88,
South Gujing Road, XuHui District Shanghai, P.R.C. 200235
+86 21 6482 1250

Currently, there are no openings.