Product Development 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.

The primary objective of the position is to have product design & related manufacturing process development responsibility for magnetic sensing and switching products. The position is part of the Philippines New Product Development Team.

About the job:

• Responsible for designing new products and developing related processes, while coordinating with engineering experts, process, manufacturing, equipment, and quality assurance teams to transition products from idea and design to production.
• Ensures that new designs meet customer requirements and applicable standards through testing and validation, performs product characterization, functional and material evaluations, and competitive analysis, manages development projects in accordance with ISO/IATF procedures, and recommends appropriate tools and equipment to support manufacturing requirements and product line expansions.
• Conduct design review meetings and manage the formal release of product designs.
• Report project status to management during regular meetings to support decision- making. Coordinate with international safety agencies and for product approval.
• Provide feedback on design or manufacturing changes to improve product function, quality, reliability, and cost. Manage technicians and provide direction, assistance, and guidance, as needed.
• Coordinate and participate in quality-related activities affecting product development or performance
• Other duties that may arise in the course of employment, as designated

About you:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electronics, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Physics, or similar
• 3+ years of experience in new product development, R&D, or New Product
• Introduction preferably related to high-precision (electro-) mechanical products
• Creative and curious mindset to translate customer requirements into new design concepts
• Self-motivated, result-oriented mindset and demonstrating strong problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge in CAD and mechanical design/dimensioning – ideally including tolerance studies and design for manufacturability
• Project Management experience, ideally in product design and process development related projects

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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.