Senior NPD Engineer

Littelfuse (NASDAQ: LFUS) is a diversified industrial technology manufacturing company shaping solutions for the safe and efficient transfer of electrical energy. Headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, USA, we serve customers across industrial, transportation, and electronics markets worldwide. With approximately 16,000 employees we design and manufacture innovative technologies that support electrification, energy efficiency, and advanced automation.

Our global reach is matched by a culture that empowers innovation and long-term growth. Guided by our principles We Care, We Succeed With Our Customers, and We Own the Outcome, we work collaboratively, think boldly, and deliver solutions that move industries forward. Reporting to Sr. Product Development Manager, you will be responsible for designing, developing, modifying and evaluating overcurrent protection products.

You will assess results for applicability, validity and conformance with design specifications, while performing skilled technical and project development tasks.

About the job

50% of time will be spent on the development of overcurrent protection products. You will lead new product development projects with the support and guidance of the manager, while managing the technical aspects of the development process.

Responsibilities include

developing initial concepts and prototype plans, executing projects from planning and feasibility stages through production release, managing project resources and schedules, preparing technical documentation such as DFMEA, drawings and validation plans, conducting regular project review meetings, and providing effective solutions to technical challenges.

20% of time will be focused on researching new materials and technologies that may benefit new product development or support the creation of "new-to-market" products. This research includes experimentation and prototyping activities to validate the potential benefits of new technologies. 15% of time will be utilized to provide technical support to sales, marketing, process development and quality teams related to product performance, capability and reliability.

About you

Bachelor’s degree or above in Materials Science and Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, Mechanical Engineering or a related field. Minimum 5+ years of experience in new product development. Experience with electronic components, especially fuse, breaker or relay development, is preferred. Ability to independently develop products and lead projects.

Good oral and written communication skills in English are a plus. Experience with engineering tools such as 3D/2D CAD and strong knowledge of APQP and DFMEA are preferred. Result-oriented and self-motivated professional. At Littelfuse, we support employee growth and development. Guided by our culture principles, our teams work together to deliver value for customers and make a positive impact in the communities where we operate.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone has the opportunity to grow and contribute. We offer competitive compensation and benefits, performance-based incentives, flexible work arrangements, and development opportunities.