Research & Development Engineer

Overview

Location: Cork, Ireland
• Department: Power Division
• Reports to: Applications Director

Job Description

EXEMPT

POSITION DESCRIPTION
• Job Code BEI51094

POSITION TITLE: Research & Development Engineer

DATE: May 2025

GRADE: 14

• SUMMARY OF POSITION:

The Research & Development Engineer works under day-to-day instruction and collaborates with the Senior Staff Research Engineer. Responsibilities include performing simulations and producing technical writings (application notes & conference papers). They design and test the performance of electronic components and systems to identify potential issues and implement timely adjustments.

II. DUTIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES (End Results Expected):

• Design custom magnetics (inductors, transformers, EMI chokes)
• Prepare Engineering Specifications
• Collaborate with engineering teams on customer-specific design projects; summarize calculations and simulations in PowerPoint presentations and present via Microsoft Teams
• Work with design engineers in other manufacturing locations to release new products
• Contribute to the development of product specifications and requirements
• Publish technical papers in journals, magazines and on the Bourns Website
  • PRINCIPAL WORKING RELATIONSHIPS:
    • Engineering, Marketing and Laboratory Technicians in Bourns Electronics Ireland
    • Sales Force and FAE's Europe
    • PLM and GM
    • Production sites in Europe and Asia

III. INTERPERSONAL SKILLS

Must possess the ability to effectively communicate, present and recommend ideas and solutions. Success comes from developing strong relationships with the engineering group both internally and with customers.

IV. COMMUNICATIONS

Oral: Excellent English required to communicate instructions and present ideas, concepts and solutions to all levels of employees and customers. Any other language is an asset.

Written: Excellent written skills in English to issue instructions and present ideas, concepts, and solutions to all levels of employees and customers via letters, memos, graphs, charts, etc.

• SCHEDULING AND PLANNING:
  • Project Management
  • Reporting on Project Progress

VI. BASIC JOB REQUIREMENTS

Education:

A master's degree or PhD in DC-DC converters is preferred.

Experience:

• Demonstrable experience in power electronics (industry or academia)
• Proficient in electronic design software such as Altium or similar
• Experience with ANSYS Maxwell
• Strong knowledge of electronic components and systems
• Familiarity with standard electronic lab equipment
  • WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

The physical demands described are representative of those encountered while performing essential functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

This job description covers the most critical, but not all responsibilities. As the job evolves, duties may change based on business needs as determined by the Applications Director or Vice President Products & Technology of the Power Division.

EEO Statement:

Bourns is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to treating all applicants and employees fairly 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 post may include standard disclaimers about modifications to duties based on business necessity.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran

If you are results-oriented and have the drive to innovate and maximize customer relationships, we invite you to apply to join the Bourns team.