Sr. Manufacturing Engineer

Overview Littelfuse is one of America’s Best Mid-Sized Companies (Forbes) and has been named one of the Best Places to Work in Illinois (Best Companies Group) for 11 consecutive years. With its global headquarters in Chicago, Illinois, USA, Littelfuse is a leading, global manufacturer of electronic components serving more than 100,000 end customers across industrial, transportation, and electronics end markets. We have more than 17,000 employees with operations in 15 countries. From semiconductors to sensors… switches to fuses and more… we produce billions of electronic components that help our customers empower a sustainable, connected, and safer world. In 2021, Littelfuse had net sales of $2.1 billion. Sr. Manufacturing Engineer – Responsible for leading the successful launch of new products by developing and implementing robust manufacturing processes. This role ensures the seamless transition from design to production while meeting quality standards, cost objectives, and launch timelines. The ideal candidate will drive project management initiatives, optimize production efficiency, and collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to bring innovative products to market. Responsibilities Lead the development and execution of new product introduction (NPI) manufacturing processes, ensuring smooth product launches. Develop, evaluate, and optimize manufacturing processes to improve efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness. Collaborate with design, engineering, supply chain, and operations teams to ensure manufacturability and scalability of new products. Drive project management activities, including scheduling, resource allocation, risk assessment, and milestone tracking, to meet launch deadlines. Utilize Lean and Six Sigma methodologies to streamline processes and enhance production capabilities. Prepare technical reports, documentation, and specifications to support manufacturing operations and regulatory compliance. Identify and implement best practices and emerging technologies to improve manufacturing performance. Ensure adherence to safety, quality, and regulatory requirements in all manufacturing processes. Support continuous improvement initiatives and provide technical leadership to resolve production challenges. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related field 5+ years of experience in NPI manufacturing, preferably in complex product assembly environments. Demonstrated expertise in project management, with the ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and meet tight deadlines. Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, including machining, assembly, and testing. Experience working in global manufacturing environments is preferred. Proven ability to apply Lean Six Sigma principles to drive process improvements. Exceptional problem-solving skills and attention to detail. Strong communication and leadership skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across cross-functional teams. Background in the following processes is a plus: Test & Pack, Stacking, Green Tape Assembly, and Screen Printing. We strive to empower associate growth and development in a culture of ongoing collaboration and respect for diverse global perspectives and expertise. Our Core Values – Respect, Customer Focus, Agility, Collaboration – support us in our mission to improve the safety, reliability, and performance of our customers’ products that use electrical energy. We are an equal-opportunity employer that takes pride in giving every associate the means and courage to make a difference – everywhere, every day. We offer a variety of benefits, competitive salary, bonuses, flexible working hours, remote working as well as development opportunities like internal Lean Six Sigma Certification. #J-18808-Ljbffr