John Bekema
About John Bekema
John Bekema is a Product Engineer at Vaisala, where he has worked since 2021. He has extensive experience in engineering roles, including positions as a Test Engineer and R&D Engineer, and holds degrees in Industrial Management and Electrical Engineering.
Current Role at Vaisala
John Bekema currently serves as a Product Engineer at Vaisala, a position he has held since 2021. His work is based in Vantaa, Southern Finland. In this role, he applies his extensive engineering knowledge to develop and enhance products, ensuring they meet industry standards and customer requirements.
Previous Experience at Vaisala
John Bekema has a significant history with Vaisala, having worked there in various capacities. He was a Test Engineer from 2011 to 2015 for four years, followed by a role as an R&D Engineer from 2015 to 2021 for six years. His tenure at Vaisala allowed him to gain valuable experience in testing and research and development processes.
Experience at Symbio
Before joining Vaisala, John Bekema worked at Symbio as a Test Engineer from 2006 to 2010 for four years. His role involved conducting tests and ensuring the quality of products, contributing to the company's reputation for reliability and performance.
Educational Background
John Bekema studied Industrial Management at Arcada in Finland, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree from 2002 to 2007. Prior to that, he studied Electrical Engineering Technologies at Bogerman College in the Netherlands, achieving a Mechanic qualification from 1993 to 1997. He also attended Friesland College in the Netherlands, where he studied Automation and Electrical Engineering, earning a Technician qualification from 1998 to 2001.
Early Career at Sanoma
John Bekema began his career as a Trainee at Sanoma, where he worked for ten months from 2000 to 2001 in Helsinki. This early experience provided him with foundational skills and insights into the engineering field.