Overview
Reliability Test Technician II at Bourns, Inc.
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Bourns is a leading provider of advanced components for power conversion, circuit protection, and motion control sensing solutions. The company employs thousands of people in multiple countries and operates manufacturing, R&D, and support facilities worldwide.
Summary of Position
This position is responsible for testing the electronic functions of assemblies, components, and parts using standard test equipment and procedures. Troubleshoots and performs repairs to test equipment as required. Compiles data, writes reports, and makes sketches and drawings to support test results.
Duties and Accountabilities (End Results Expected)
- Schedules and performs tests on prototypes, new products, and existing product lines to determine conformance to quality control standards and engineering specifications while monitoring and reporting on project progress.
- Performs electrical and mechanical tests on a wide variety of Bourns components.
- Designs and / or fabricates test fixtures for new requirements or updates current fixtures.
- Assembles and connects system components (e.g., cables).
- Prepares reports and statistical summaries on test results for publication to Engineering, Marketing, and / or customers.
- Provides recommendations for improvement in test procedures or modifications to ensure effective and reliable test methods.
- Originates failure reports on non-conforming products, recording type and quantity of defects; makes recommendations for further testing and analysis.
- Sets up the program and verifies chamber profiles.
- Sets up the program and verifies vibration and shock profiles.
- Maintains and installs environmental test chambers, and mechanical and electrical test equipment and makes repairs to equipment as required.
- Sets up and operates various electronic, mechanical, and environmental test equipment.
- Consults with and advises engineers, product designers, marketing, product line managers, and other personnel regarding product testing and possible problems.
- Originates equipment operating procedures as well as standard operating procedures and safety requirements.
- Makes recommendations for equipment purchases and / or replacements to ensure that equipment is capable of measuring product performance or performing required testing.
- Functions as a team member and makes recommendations and implements approved changes for cycle time reduction, on-time delivery, and continuous improvement.
- Assists and trains other technicians when required.
Basic Job Requirements
Education : High school diploma plus two years of college or technical school training in electronics.Training and Experience : Knowledge of electronic components with minimum of four (4) years of experience as Electronic Test Technician, with equipment troubleshooting and maintenance experience.Other Skills : Previous experience as electronic technician or similar role with good electrical and mechanical aptitude; read electrical schematics and sketches for fixtures, tooling, and special equipment; create drawings, schematics for fixtures, tooling, and special equipment; hands-on experience with electronic testing and circuitry equipment; solve mathematical problems; experienced with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Access; programming with LabVIEW, Arduino, and Python.Communications
Good oral and written communication skills are required to present improvement ideas and communicate test results and problems to internal departments and to prepare test result reports and present equipment or procedure improvement ideas.
Interpersonal Skills
Develops and maintains strong relationships with engineering and other internal departments.Exhibits ability to organize and prioritize; ability to work as a team member in a multitask environment; strong work ethic and cultural sensitivity.Scheduling and Planning
Must have the ability to prioritize projects and manage time.
Equipment Operated
Operates various electronic, mechanical, and environmental test equipment such as oscilloscope, digital multimeter, toolmaker's microscope, and rotational life cycle and vibration systems. Proficient with personal computer and office software such as Microsoft Suite including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
Physical Effort
The physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Salary Range
$61,631 - $71,780
Equal Opportunity
Bourns is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to treating all applicants and employees fairly based on 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. This job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements. The Company reserves the right to modify or change essential functions based on business necessity.
Experience
Education Level : Associates; Experience : 3-5 years.
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