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Qualifications

Microsoft Word
Microsoft Excel
Soldering
GCSE
Mathematics
Human resources
Organisational skills
English
Communication skills
Time management

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Title: Engineering Technician

Career at Bourns:

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.

Job Description:

Position Title:

Engineering Technician

Date:

April 2026

Reporting To:

Product Engineering Manager

Grade:

Department:

Product Engineering

Location:

Bedford, UK

BASIC PURPOSE:

To support the product development team by using electrical, thermal, and mechanical techniques to perform reliability testing on new and existing products. This includes analysing device performance and managing documentation when needed.

II. DUTIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES (End Results Expected):

Perform daily equipment checks and basic equipment maintenance to ensure correct test operation.

Prepare samples for all testing activities including marking, board mounting and preconditioning.

Perform reliability tests by unloading, testing and reloading samples within specified time limits.

Perform visual inspection of test samples for defects using microscopes.

Design, build and maintain test boards and fixtures required for testing.

Edit test programs for STi ATE test systems.

Record and edit test data in Excel files and maintain in designated storage locations.

Manage the wafer stores by logging details of samples entered and tracking any material removed.

III. INTERPERSONAL SKILLS:

Positive, proactive, and enthusiastic approach to work.
Strong team player but able to work independently with confidence.
Highly self‑motivated with strong problem‑solving skills
Confident in asking for advice when required

IV. COMMUNICATIONS:

ORAL:

Effective verbal communicator across engineering and cross‑functional teams including Product development Engineers, Process Engineers, Manufacturing Engineers, Maintenance Engineers, Quality Engineers, Human Resources.

WRITTEN:

Excellent written communication skills essential for accuracy

V. SCHEDULING AND PLANNING:

Excellent organisational and planning skills.
Good time management skills essential to meet tight deadlines and manage multiple tasks.
Reliable and consistent timekeeper.
Flexible approach to support testing activities across different shifts when required.

VI. ANNUAL OPERATING BUDGET: N/A

VII. BASIC JOB REQUIREMENTS:

EDUCATION:

5 x GCSE’s Level 5 or above, including Maths, English and a Science subject preferred.

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:

Previous clean room experience is desired.
Awareness of Health and Safety protocols and the importance of always wearing the correct PPE.

SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE:

Familiarity with building test fixtures and soldering techniques.

OTHER SKILLS:

Proficiency in Microsoft Word & Excel.
Good manual dexterity

Bourns is an equal opportunity employer. At Bourns, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Employees fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law. Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran

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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