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Are you passionate about the growing sales to meet and exceed revenue quota? Then consider a career with Bourns.

Bourns, Inc. is a leading global supplier of reliable, high quality electronic components and solutions for over sixty-nine years, and we are seeking a Senior Account Manager. In this role, you will focus on an assigned territory of Los Angeles and Orange County for the sale of Bourns products. Taking ownership of the overall business development within the assigned territory to include managing local Manufacturer's Representative and Distributors to: develop existing component sales business and executive level client relationships; uncover new opportunities; develop new solutions; overall increase sales leading to profit growth. This person drives and owns short and long-term sales plans for the Region. This position reports directly to the Southwest Sales Manager. This role is based in Riverside, CA.

The successful candidate will own and possess the drive to:

• Grow Bourns sales for the assigned region to meet and exceed revenue quota. Assist customers in adopting Bourns products into their designs. Drives Design In and Design Wins at customers.
• Manages and works with local Manufacturers' Representative and Distributors to drive sales discovery and Demand Creation
• Coordinates Bourns contacts at the customers; primary interface and coordinator for all Bourns functions i.e. Field Application Engineer (FAE), Market Director (MD) and Product Line Manager (PLM) with Application Engineers (AE).
• Proactively follows up on projects and ensures CRM project status is up to date.
• Makes an optimum number of face to face sales calls to engineering, procurement and other related departments for the purpose of product presentations, pursuing information and obtaining sales orders. Acquires comprehensive knowledge of all customer personnel and products.
• Develop strategic sales and account plans based on industry trends and customer analysis. Ensure territory plans are aligned and updated quarterly. Provide monthly written report to Sales Manager on Sales Achievement, customer project status, etc
• Own local customer annual RFQ and contract negotiation in cooperation with Marketing Directors/VP, Product Line Managers (PLMs) and local Customer Service (CS) team for pricing. Maximize the award allocation to gain max actual shipments.
• Optimize ongoing logistics and supply chain topics in cooperation with PLMs, Customer Service and logistic functions.
• Supports the Product Lines and different quality functions in quality resolution mainly as communicator and sometimes a proactive driver or even owner.
• Plan and demonstrate a detailed understanding of both the customers' sector and business drivers/challenges. Understand solutions selling/challenger sales methodology and tools and apply these regularly.
• Own the set up and negotiation of an NDA or customer contract in cooperation with the contracts team or Legal and the Business Unit.
• Complies with all company policies, instructions, and directives for the fulfilment of the company objectives and for maximum profitable sales.
• Attends and participates in sales meetings, training programs, conventions, sales contests, and trade shows as directed.
• Presents a professional demeanor and image to the customer and within Bourns.
• Turns in online expense reports on time and uses funds properly.
• Performs other related duties as required. Own and achieve the assigned local or regional design, and production/purchasing sites to achieve/maximize revenue quota.

If you see yourself as the next Senior Account Manager at Bourns and 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 ideal candidate will have the following training and experience:

• Bachelor Degree in Electrical/Mechanical/Material Engineering from an accredited university is required, MS degree is preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to perform the above functions in related fields.
• Five years minimum of engineering experience including demonstrated capability to design, develop and successfully release to manufacturing products of major scope and a high degree of technical complexity.
• Ability to create and present technical presentations to customers and management. Time management and organizational skills are critical.
• Excellent verbal skills are required to clearly communicate instructions and present ideas, concepts and solutions to all levels of employees, customers and vendors.
• Excellent written skills are required to issue instructions, present ideas, concepts, and solutions to all levels of employees, customers and vendors through letters, emails, graphs, charts, reports, etc.
• Must be able to work in fast paced environment.

As a key member of the Bourns' Sales 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

Bourns, Inc., a leading global supplier of reliable, high quality electronic components and solutions for over seventy years, seeks an Application Engineer at our corporate headquarters in Riverside, California. In this role, you will function as the primary point of contact for providing technical information, part specific knowledge, and service to customers, sales representatives, distributors, and Bourns sales personnel. You will be the expert for the correct product applications, performance characteristics and must understand the requirements for specification review, special orders, and quality/corrective action requests. This position reports directly to the Trimpot Product Line Manager (PLM).

Primary Responsibilities:

• Reviews customer requirements and drawings or specifications to determine the appropriate standard product or to develop a special product that will meet the required performance characteristics of the customer. Interfaces with customer and internal engineering and manufacturing.
• Analyzes and reviews all special requests and presents new product additions or improvements to PLM.
• Accountable for preparation and review of technical data for use in product data sheets, product advertising, sales promotion, field training materials, product introductions and any technical aspect of a sales proposal. Keeps all data up-to-date and verifies published data is correct.
• Assists with and/or initiates Quality Corrective Action Requests (CARs) from customers and tracks all CARs to a timely conclusion. Analyzes problems and issues and provides recommendations for solutions. Coordinates results and provides to customer, or sales representative, as appropriate.
• Responsible for maintaining and publishing all competitive updates, cross-references, and technical evaluations and other sales tools. Coordinates with Marcom Department for production and release of sales tools.
• Responsible for the maintenance of documentation as it pertains to Customer Drawing Records (CDR’s), customer part numbers, SAP input and other customer related issues.
• Assists Product Line Management in coordinating forecasts, product life cycle, and planning.

Qualifications Needed:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Manufacturing Engineering or equivalent experience which would provide the knowledge to perform above functions.
• At least one or more years of progressive sales / engineering experience and the ability to adapt to a variety of tasks.

This position is located at Bourns' corporate offices in Riverside, California. As a key member of the Trimpot 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, benefits, and the ability to showcase your skills. Please apply by e-mailing your resume, cover letter, and salary requirement to our hiring office at: BournsHR.Riv@bourns.com.

 

Equal Opportunity Employer: Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran

Are you looking for an opportunity to work in an engaging and collaborative environment for an industry-recognized leader?

Bourns, Inc. is a leading global supplier of reliable, high quality electronic components and solutions for over seventy years, and we are seeking an Executive Assistant to the Chairman of the Board.

The Executive Assistant COB under general supervision of the Chairman of the Board (COB), is responsible for directing multiple projects while utilizing corporate resources, and ensuring that project objectives are met and support the organization’s strategic objectives. Responsible for the coordination of administrative duties in support of the COB, Executive staff, and the Board of Directors, including the provision of varied and complex office duties. This role also supports the Bourns’ family in coordination of the semi-annual family meeting to include coordination of location, travel, meals, accommodations, communications, child-care, expense reports and other assistance as needed.

This position is based at our Worldwide Corporate Headquarters in Riverside, California. This role reports directly to the Chairman of the Board.

The successful candidate will have the following accountabilities:

1. Ensure the coordination and implementation of multiple projects, often of a highly confidential and sensitive nature are completed within established timelines and budgets.
2. With minimal direction from supervision, plan and execute administrative project with minimal follow-up.
3. Completes projects and special assignments by establishing objectives; determining priorities; managing time; gaining cooperation of others; monitoring progress; problem-solving; making adjustments to plans.
4. Receives and screens communications to the Chairman of the Board and using independent judgment to determine which communications require the attention of the Chairman or should be directed to other members of the Bourns management team.
5. Conduct research, prepare reports, handle information requests and perform administrative functions such as organizing high level management meetings, expense coordination and processing and preparing correspondence for Senior Operating Managers.
6. Make domestic and international travel arrangements. Coordinate hotel and transportation for employees from various global plants.
7. Prepare agendas, scribe meeting minutes and schedule arrangements for committee, and board and other executive meetings. Ensure that Board members travel arrangements are made to confirm the attendance of the board members.
8. Coordinate communications, agenda planning, logistics, meeting facilitation and follow up for the following:
   1. STEP, Bourns Inc. & Board Meetings
   2. STEM Conferences
   3. LEAPS Conferences
   4. Semi-Annual Family Meeting
   5. CEO Forum
9. Review operating practices and procedures to determine if improvements may be made in areas such as workflow, reporting procedures or expenditures.
10. Direct other administrative staff members when organizing corporate projects or events.
11. Train and provide administrative direction for clerical staff as necessary.
12. Recognizes unique and problem situations within areas of responsibility and researches and formulates in conjunction with Chairman.
13. Coordinates meeting arrangements at hotels, offsite venues or restaurants which oftentimes requires contracts and menu selections.
14. Carries out responsibilities with professionalism, respect for others, in accordance with the organization’s policies and procedures.

If you have the right experience and the ability to work effectively with a globally distributed, multi-cultural team we want to speak with you. The ideal candidate will have the following education, interpersonal skills, training and experience:

• The equivalent of two years college level course work in business or related work experience.
• Five to seven years of progressive administrative and project related experience in a corporate environment.
• Must be able to communicate comfortably and effectively with senior management, Board of Director members, company customers and external resources effectively and skillfully to obtain necessary information and respond to inquiries.
• Ability to adapt to a variety of tasks highly desired.
• Must possess communication skills to be able to tactfully and effectively communicate instructions and explanations to all levels of employees.
• Excellent written skills are required to communicate concepts and procedures effectively.
• Requires the ability to compose correspondence, prepare PowerPoint presentations, proof major documents and read and comprehend business communications.
• Utilizes Microsoft Office Suite, SAP, Concur and other software to prepare correspondence, reports, complex forms and schedules.
• Gathers information from various sources and combines data to generate comprehensive reports.
• Must be highly organized and able to adapt quickly, handle multiple tasks, and prioritize.
• Develops and maintains strong relationships internally and externally.
• Flexible and able to work in fast paced environment.
• Possesses strong work ethics and cultural sensitivity.

As a key member of the Bourns’ 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

Bourns, Inc. is a leading provider of components and solutions for Motion Control, Circuit Protection and Circuit Conditioning. 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 offer exciting and challenging career opportunities for growth-oriented professionals.

We currently seek a Field Applications Engineer to contribute to our Consumer and Automotive Market Segment team. The FAE will:

• Identify, define and create optimum solutions to achieve market segment design-ins that utilize the full Bourns product portfolio.
• Provide comprehensive technical support for customers within the Mid-west and Eastern regions of the US in specific market applications.
• Facilitate new product development that generates technology-leading product road maps while maximizing the voice of the customer philosophy.
• Identify opportunities in new and existing applications, pursue leads, visit accounts and ensure that customers are provided with the most current technical information.

The successful candidate will have BSEE, with an MSEE preferred. A BS in a related field may be acceptable with appropriate electrical engineering experience. A strong background in analog and digital electronics and board-level design is required. Experience with power magnetic components for automotive applications will be a very strong advantage. Knowledge of the consumer and automotive component market is essential.

This position will be based in our Auburn Hills, Michigan facility, or could be home-based in the greater Chicago area, with an expectation of up to 50% domestic travel and occasional international travel.

As a key member of the Consumer/Automotive market 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 expertise and team player skills, as well as your ability to build strong customer relationships. Please apply by e-mailing your resume, cover letter and salary requirement to our hiring office at: BournsHR.Riv@bourns.com.

Visit our website at: www.bourns.com. EOE/Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran

Are you passionate about Information Systems technology? Then consider a career with Bourns.

Bourns, Inc. is a leading global supplier of reliable, high quality electronic components and solutions for over sixty-nine years, and we are seeking an IT Systems Administrator.

In this role, you will focus on the effective provisioning, installation, configuration, operation, tuning and maintenance of systems, hardware, software and related infrastructure and services. This position manages and maintains various IT infrastructure technologies and applications by providing both proactive and reactive maintenance, troubleshooting, security, administration and resolution of software and hardware issues. This role is based in Riverside, CA.

The successful candidate will own and possess the drive to:

1. Coordinate and perform individual IT assignments accurately and on time with attention to detail and quality using specific standard techniques and procedures.
2. Deploy, monitor, and manage IT network and security systems (Wired and Wireless Local Network, Global Network, SDWAN, MPLS, Firewalls, VPN, Log Correlation, IDS/IDP, etc.) and ensure their effective and proper use.
3. Deploy, monitor, and manage IT infrastructure systems and services (physical and virtual servers, storage systems, backups systems, active directory, domain services, monitoring systems, messaging and collaboration systems, network systems, etc.), while adhering to standards and operational requirements.
4. Help ensure the protection and confidentiality of Bourns information assets by implementing and maintaining information security devices and solutions in close adherence to security best practices and standards.
5. Administration and ongoing systems performance tuning of Windows and Linux servers and infrastructure applications in standalone or clustered mode.
6. Regularly review and apply software, configuration, application and management tool upgrades and patches to assure performance, stability and security.
7. Analyze, troubleshoot, repair and recover from IT infrastructure service interruptions.
8. Analyze and assess IT infrastructure architecture requirements to determine and recommend optimum cost-effective solutions and perform periodic capacity planning.
9. Create and maintain IT infrastructure procedures, inventories, diagrams and documentation.
10. Solve high level technical system problems quickly, accurately and automate processes wherever appropriate.
11. Identify, investigates and recommend improvements in products, systems and processes and conducts engineering and systems analysis and experimentation to analyze applications and explore alternatives.
12. Build and maintain strong relationships with IT colleagues, business leads, and strategic infrastructure vendors.
13. Install, manage and support enterprise level voice and collaboration systems and components.
14. Ensure ticket and project documentation is updated for all support requests and projects. Report status of tasks and projects to IT management weekly, ensuring prioritization and work coverage.
15. Document resolution of service requests in sufficient detail to provide an accurate account of actions performed, and to provide knowledge base for future similar incidents or requests.
16. Assess and report on key performance indicators of network and security infrastructure.

If you see yourself as the next IT Systems Administrator at Bourns and you have the right experience along with the ability to work effectively with a globally distributed, multi-culture team we want to speak with you.

The ideal candidate will have the following training and experience:

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
• Five or more years of IT systems administration experience in a corporate IT environment with evidence of increasing technical and support responsibilities. CCNA (Cisco Certified Network Associate) preferred. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.) and Office 365.
• Working knowledge of Firewalls, MPLS, VPN, Metro-E, WAN, and SD-WAN technologies.
• Working knowledge of DHCP, DNS, SNMP, SMTP, BGP protocols
• Windows Server administration, standalone and clustered
• Wired and Wireless LAN infrastructure implementation and management
• Mobile Device Management (MDM) administration
• Digital application deployment and support
• Experience with multi-factor authentication implementation and support
• Microsoft System Center Suite administration, 2012 or higher
• Practical knowledge of networking concepts.
• Microsoft Active Directory, Exchange, and O365 administration
• Ability to successfully analyze, diagnose, and troubleshoot technical issues.

Other skills:

• Must have knowledge and an interest in building expertise in the following technologies:
• Internet Information Server setup and configuration.
• Edge Security design and configuration
• Remote access platforms
• Collaboration solutions
• Virtualization and cloud architectures.
• Microsoft ADFS, Group Polices, Print Services.
• Strong English verbal and written communication skills
• Must be able to work in fast paced environment.

As a key member of the Bourns' IT 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

 

Bourns, Inc., a leading global supplier of reliable, high quality electronic components and solutions for over seventy years, seeks a Senior Tax Manager - International in our corporate headquarters in Riverside, California. The Senior Tax Manager – International will manage the tax reporting and management systems related to the company's foreign subsidiaries and will play a key role in the company's international tax planning for acquisitions, transfer pricing and the organization of its international operations. This position reports directly to the Director Corporate Tax, who is the chief tax officer of the company.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Management and review of U.S. Federal and state income tax compliance related to the Company's foreign subsidiaries.
• Monitor and ensure that tax provision and liability amounts are properly recorded in the Company's books and records for foreign subsidiaries at interim and final periods.
• Develop and implement international tax planning strategies.
• Participate in acquisition structure planning, support due diligence and integration.
• Manage international aspects of U.S. audits and support foreign subsidiary tax audits.
• Support the Director Corporate Tax in the management of the transfer pricing function for the Company and its subsidiaries; monitor and analyze results on interim and annual basis and recommend changes to comply with foreign and U.S. transfer pricing requirements.
• Support the Director Corporate Tax in developing and maintaining intercompany agreements.
• Perform tax research and preparation of technical memoranda.
• Manage FATCA Compliance and Section 1441 Withholding.
• Coordinate and advise on matters involving value added taxes, including registration, invoice/documentation requirements, contractual review, reporting and audits.

Qualifications Needed:

• CPA and Master's degree in Taxation or JD preferred.
• 10 - 12 years of tax experience with a major CPA firm and/or corporate tax department, with at least 7 years of international tax management responsibilities.
• Knowledgeable about U.S. and foreign transfer pricing requirements.
• Extensive experience with international tax planning and compliance.
• Strong tax research and project management skills.
• Strong Analytical skills.
• Experience with SAP a plus.

As a key member of the Bourns Tax and Financial 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 expertise and team player skills, as well as your ability to build strong customer relationships. Please apply by e-mailing your resume, cover letter and salary requirement to our hiring office at: BournsHR.Riv@bourns.com.

Visit our website at: www.bourns.com. EOE/Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran

Are you passionate about SAP Application support? Then consider a career with Bourns.

Bourns, Inc. is a leading global supplier of reliable, high quality electronic components and solutions for over sixty-nine years, and we are seeking a Software Analyst, Senior- SAP SD. In this role, you will provide SAP application support for Company Sales and Distribution SD processes worldwide. Support to include analysis, design, functional configuration, testing and maintenance support for SAP Sales and Distribution SD business processes including some Non-SAP applications. Will work with overall project team members and may act as Team Lead to ensure projects are planned, coordinated and organized to meet production schedules and end-user department requirements. focus on the effective provisioning, installation, configuration, operation, tuning and maintenance of systems, hardware, software and related infrastructure and services. This position manages and maintains various IT infrastructure technologies and applications by providing both proactive and reactive maintenance, troubleshooting, security, administration and resolution of software and hardware issues. This role is based in Riverside, CA.

The successful candidate will own and possess the drive to:

1. Responsible for project delivery, upgrades, enhancements, business process improvements and daily support of worldwide sales and distribution SD processes and functionality in SAP ERP system and Non-SAP software to ensure optimal system performance. This includes analysis, design, functional configuration, testing and maintenance support.
2. Knowledge of SD master data, integration and data flow as well as sales processes including order management, scheduling agreements, pricing, tax determination, ATP, output determination, delivery, shipping, invoices, credit management and returns as well as intercompany shipping and billing.
3. Works daily with business/end users to resolve production issues.
4. Oversees, either directly or functionally, other Software Analysts in a team environment to carry out software development and support functions.
5. Performs complex unit and integration testing for process improvements as required in assigned modules from development to production, troubleshoots configuration to support short-term and long-term business goals.
6. Develops and proposes new ideas and advancements of new software concepts in support of Bourns corporate goals and objectives.
7. Interfaces with functional unit process owners and users to identify, define, and document operational needs and objectives, current operational procedures, problems, input and output requirements and levels of system access. Provides support in in determining feasibility of a software and/or hardware system that fulfills requirements, are cost effective, business related, and operationally compatible, when necessary.
8. Conducts, directs and coordinates efforts relating to special or assigned new software studies and/or evaluations.
9. Creates and updates detailed business process procedures that can be easily understood by end-users.
10. Educates users and supports training in the usage of the SAP modules, systems and functionality.
11. Maintains problem and project information in SharePoint and Help Desk databases. Track and document changes as required.
12. Work on cross-functional project teams for enhancements, upgrades, new acquisitions and future roll outs. Gathers and documents business requirements, designs process flow, creates business blueprints, responsible for all functional configuration, creation and execution of testing plans, implementation in production and then daily support for business/end users. Ensures all plans and issue identification are clearly communicated to business and IT management.
13. Is responsible for communication of operational documentation and processes to the IT Operations and Help Desk Organizations.
14. Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

If you see yourself as the next Software Analyst, Senior- SAP SD at Bourns and you have the right experience along with the ability to work effectively with a globally distributed, multi-culture team we want to speak with you.

The ideal candidate will have the following training and experience:

• Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business, Communications or the combined equivalent education, work experience and skills in Manufacturing environment with strong knowledge of Enterprise Resource Systems and SAP.
• Eight (8) plus years' experience in SAP Business Suite modules, specifically using SAP Sales and Distribution (SD) Suite in a manufacturing environment for a multinational company.
• Working in an I.T. environment with some programming experience.
• Strong working knowledge of SAP master data.
• Extensive SAP experience in analyzing all aspects of the implementation process, business process analysis, complete system configuration, development, testing, documentation, end-user training, and production support.
• Cross functional knowledge in other SAP modules such as Materials Management (MM), Production Planning (PP) or Finance (FI), ABAP, debugging skills and reporting tools like SAP BOBJ are a plus.
• Excellent skills in simplifying and presenting complex concepts, plans and programs to various levels of employees within the Company. Must be able to convey technical information and ideas and presentations to peers, software users and upper management.
• Ability to develop, organize and compose complex reports, proposals, training information and procedures. Able to submit concise written proposals and system documentation.

As a key member of the Bourns' IT 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

 

Bourns, Inc., a leading global supplier of reliable, high quality electronic components and solutions for over sixty-five years, seeks a Staff Design Engineer in our Worldwide Corporate Headquarters in Riverside, California. In this role, you will plan, coordinate, conduct, and supervise assignments relating to the development of new product concepts and processes, requiring new or unique application requirements, manufacturing technology or design approaches compared to established existing product lines; provides engineering support to existing products; redesigns current products to improve profitability, performance, quality, reliability and technical enhancements; designs/develops complex new products and processes; assumes total responsibility for assigned projects, including budget responsibility.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Performs complex and novel work assignments pertaining to products, processes and development and production qualification of new products which expand Bourns market and sustain growth/profitability.
• Utilizes project management tools to prepare product from initial concept through production implementation including time schedule, cost and performance.
• Manages engineering activities in the design, process evaluation, selection, qualification and optimization to meet or exceed project objectives.
• Applies knowledge and experience of 3D CAD, SPC, DOE, DFM, FMEA, Six-Sigma process in all products and processes to achieve world class product status.
• Works directly with and manages customer relationships, suppliers, manufacturing facilities ensuring on time project completion with six-sigma process, performance and achieving cost target.
• Reviews and approves design for product parts and assemblies for all new, and revised product designs. All such designs must be initially reviewed prior to detailing, and then must be final approved before tooling and part manufacturing can begin.
• Works closely with the manufacturing plants and/or vendors to coordinate new, and revised piece parts designs so that they are compatible with current and near future manufacturing tooling and process capabilities. Periodic plant visits will be required.
• Provides sustaining design engineering support for existing products.
• Redesigns existing products for improved profitability, performance, quality and reliability.
• Searches out and introduces new materials and technologies for existing or new products.
• Maintains liaison with Engineering, Research, Equipment, Quality Assurance and Manufacturing plants to keep abreast of latest equipment, procedures, and trends.
• Supervises designers, draftsmans, and technicians engaged in the preparation of designs, plans, specifications, estimates and reports as required.
• Advises design group of ideas and designs which have been developed and have proven exceptionally meritorious and could be used to advantage, or have failed and should be avoided, using geed engineering and business judgment.
• Prepares project estimates and work schedules; determines method of procedure and design; reviews progress of project and evaluates results.
• Assures proper preparation and distribution of all support engineering documents and control and monitoring of projects throughout all phases of development, pilot production and subsequent production.
• Reviews and evaluates the execution of designs in a phase of specialization for various projects and provides sketches and alternate proposals to design groups to improve designs.
• Estimates costs and manpower needs, and schedules work to meet completion dates and technical specifications.
• Keeps currently informed on trends and developments in the electronic components industry through trade publications, shows, and seminars.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Qualifications Needed:

• Normally graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with an Engineering Degree (Mechanical or Electrical Engineering preferred), or equivalent education, training or experience.
• Proficient in Creo CAD software, Drafting, and GD&T. Fifteen (15) years of engineering experience including demonstrated capability to design, develop, and release to manufacturing creative product design of a major scope and a high degree of technical complexity.
• Proficient in FEA software and analysis setup and interpretation such as PTC Creo Simulate, SOLIDWORKS Simulation Packages, ANSYS simulation software or other analysis software.

This position is located at the Bourns' Worldwide Corporate offices in Riverside, California

 

As a key member of the Trimpot® 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, benefits, and the ability to showcase your skills. Please apply by e-mailing your resume, cover letter, and salary requirement to our hiring office at: BournsHR.Riv@bourns.com

Equal Opportunity Employer: Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran

The Bourns Automotive Division has played a leading role in the design, development and manufacture of potentiometric sensors since 1949. At our engineering centers in Riverside/California, Taufkirchen/Germany, and Auburn Hills/Michigan we develop and design an extensive range of customized automotive position, speed and torque sensors. These products are manufactured in Ajka/Hungary, Chihuahua & Tijuana/Mexico and Xiamen/China.

Our research and development work combined with close collaboration with customers help to ensure that our products meet the highest standards set for the automotive industry. Using state-of-the-art development software and world-class production methods, Bourns can provide innovative and cost-effective solutions to customer applications.

This position will be responsible for all sales and customer support activities for all Bourns products for assigned customers' automotive markets. Must be able to develop and maintain strong relationships with customers, sales team, program management and the plants. In this position you will:

• Achieve the agreed upon sales objectives for the assigned products in the assigned markets.
• Demonstrate proven sales prospecting, relationship building, and related sales activities with specific focus on the following:
  • New product sales growth at both new & existing customers
  • Maximize profit margins associated with existing products & customer relationships
• Develop Annual Business Plan projections for the assigned accounts. Must be able to think on both strategic and tactical levels.
• Provide customer support and account maintenance, for the assigned customers in assigned automotive markets, to achieve customer loyalty.
• Coordinate and communicate project requirements to the appropriate people within Bourns (Sales, Engineering, and Manufacturing) and provide feedback to the customer as required.
• Keep informed of internal engineering and manufacturing activities, including design, drawing, and program reviews and "project requirements."
• Ensure customer satisfaction pertaining to Bourns organizational disposition of customer engineering activities, including design, drawing, and program reviews, testing, root cause analysis, field test failures, plant issues, and cost reduction initiatives. However, the above activities are the ultimate responsibility of each Bourns individual quality, design, manufacturing disciplines. The main focus of this position is sales growth.
• Coordinate customer satisfaction with timely quotations and prototype deliveries for customer programs.
• Obtain and communicate market information on current or potential products or future programs with Bourns management.
• Maintain compliance to current ISO/IATF standards and customer specific requirements as applicable
• Support, promote, and perform in a manner consistent with high performance teams, continuous improvement goals, and values of Bourns Automotive Division.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree.
• A minimum of 3 – 5 years relevant work experience in the automotive market, preferably in sensors and electronics technology. Experience in automotive sales with a proven history in successful sales growth and prospecting.
• Must have a team selling approach to the job. Must be familiar with Strategic Selling concept and able to put it into action.
• Experience in high volume manufacturing.
• Proficiency in use of networking/prospecting programs like: LinkedIn, Spoke, Jigsaw, data.com.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and Power Point is a must.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to develop and maintain strong relationships with customers, sales team, program management and the plants.
• Excellent team building skills and knows how to motivate others throughout the organization. Needs to take hard measures to ensure maximum results for the Bourns Automotive Division and Bourns overall.
• Possess out of the box thinking attitude.
• Flexibility and high energy level required
• Must possess and maintain a Valid Driver.s License.

This position is located at the Auburn Hills, Michigan office. Bourns offers a competitive compensation and benefit package including 401(k) with company match, profit sharing and retirement savings plan, education reimbursement, paid vacation, holidays, plus comprehensive medical and dental benefits.

 

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

Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran

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