About this role
<p style="margin:0.0in;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Director, Bourns Advanced Research, Development & Test Lab (“Lab”)</span></strong></p> <p style="margin:0.0in;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Bourns is seeking a highly motivated, technically minded individual, to lead the Bourns Advanced Research, Development & Test Lab located at its headquarters in Riverside, California. Reporting directly to the Vice President, Corporate Development & Strategy, this position will be responsible for identifying, incubating, and accelerating breakthrough technologies and product solutions that align with our long-term strategic goals. The ideal candidate will combine technical expertise with strong business acumen, natural curiosity to solve technical challenges, and a passion for innovation.</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0in;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0in;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Key responsibilities will be to lead a centralized team focused on developing new product solutions, advancing cross-divisional technologies solutions, and supporting strategic growth initiatives. This role is pivotal in transforming the Bourns lab into a high-impact innovation engine that balances billable engineering services with strategic technology development and talent cultivation.</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0in;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0in;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">It is expected that the individual will work in close partnership with the operating divisions’ engineering leadership teams, divisional product line leaders and corporate strategy function to identify areas which can be supported by the Lab to accelerate product and technology roadmaps. </span></p> <p style="margin:0.0in;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0in;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">The individual will also serve as a thought leader and expert on material sciences and support the divisions on an as-needed basis to trouble shoot problems and provide guidance and expertise to solve engineering challenges.</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0in;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"> </span></strong></p> <p style="margin:0.0in;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Key Responsibilities:</span></strong></p> <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Strategic Leadership & Vision</span></strong></li> </ul> <ul style="list-style-type:circle;margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 18.0px;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Define and execute the lab’s strategic roadmap in alignment with corporate growth objectives and divisional needs.</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 18.0px;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Identify and pursue “white-space” opportunities through innovation, including new technologies and product platforms not currently addressed by existing divisions.</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 18.0px;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Serve as a thought partner to product line and divisional leaders on disruptive technologies and innovation </span></li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 18.0px;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Ensure the Lab’s focus remains relevant and strategically sound.</span></li> </ul> <p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 1.0in;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"> </p> <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Technology Incubation</span></strong></li> </ul> <ul style="list-style-type:circle;margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 18.0px;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Identify and evaluate emerging technologies, materials, and processes with transformative potential.</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 18.0px;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Lead early-stage prototyping, feasibility studies, and proof-of-concept development.</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 18.0px;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Collaborate with internal business units to transition successful concepts into product development pipelines using the traditional technology readiness and maturation cycle.</span></li> </ul> <p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 1.0in;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"> </p> <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Team Building & Management</span></strong></li> </ul> <ul style="list-style-type:circle;margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 18.0px;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Build and lead a multidisciplinary team of scientists, engineers, and technologists.</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 18.0px;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Foster a culture of creativity, experimentation, and rapid iteration.</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 18.0px;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Manage lab operations, budgets, and external partnerships.</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 18.0px;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Create a learning environment for interns, recent graduates, and high-potential employees through mentorship and exposure to company-wide technologies</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 18.0px;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Promote a culture of continuous improvement, adaptability, and resilience in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment.</span></li> </ul> <p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.5in;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"> </p> <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">External Engagement</span></strong></li> </ul> <ul style="list-style-type:circle;margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 18.0px;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Foster relationships with universities, startups, research institutions, and industry consortia.</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 18.0px;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Represent the company at conferences, technical forums, and innovation summits.</span></li> </ul> <p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.5in;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"> </p> <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Governance & Reporting</span></strong></li> </ul> <ul style="list-style-type:circle;margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 18.0px;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Develop and implement departmental processes, KPIs and reporting framework to drive optimal usage of human and capital resources</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 18.0px;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Present findings and strategic recommendations to executive leadership.</span></li> </ul> <p style="margin:0.0in;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"> </span></strong></p> <p style="margin:0.0in;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"> </span></strong></p> <p style="margin:0.0in;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Qualifications:</span></strong></p> <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Advanced degree (PhD or MS) in Engineering, Physics, Materials Science, or a related field.</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Strong understanding of technology trends in electronic components and sensors</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Ability to manage cross-functional teams and complex technical programs.</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and strategic thinking skills.</span></li> </ul> <p style="margin:0.0in;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"> </span></strong></p> <p style="margin:0.0in;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Preferred Qualifications:</span></strong></p> <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Experience working in or with corporate innovation labs, incubators, or venture arms.</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Familiarity with IP strategy, technology scouting, and open innovation models.</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Background in both hardware and software development environments.</span></li> </ul> <p style="margin:0.0in;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0in;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Preferred Attributes</span></strong></p> <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Visionary thinking with the ability to translate strategy into actionable innovation.</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Demonstrated success in leading change and navigating organizational transformation.</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Familiarity with regulatory standards and quality systems.</span></li> </ul> <p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.5in;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0in;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0in;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Bourns Values</span></strong></p> <p style="margin:0.0in;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Fact-based thinking</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0in;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Forward looking</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0in;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Ownership & commitment</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0in;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Customer focus</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0in;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Ethics & integrity</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0in;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Thoughtfulness</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0in;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0in;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><br>Location</span></strong></p> <p style="margin:0.0in;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">This position is based in Bourns’ corporate headquarters in Riverside, California. </span></p> <p style="margin:0.0in;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0in;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0in;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Hiring Range </span></strong></p> <p style="margin:0.0in;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">$170,000 - $180,000</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0in;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"> </p>