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 Senior Process Engineer reports directly to the Lean Manager. They are responsible for designing, developing, optimizing, and standardizing manufacturing processes to ensure the highest levels of safety, quality, productivity, and cost. They lead continuous improvement, automation, process transfer, and capability analysis projects, using Lean Manufacturing methodologies and statistical tools to guarantee operational excellence and the achievement of the organization's strategic objectives.
 

ABOUT THE JOB

• Lead, develop, and implement automation projects in manufacturing processes, including scope definition, technical justification, coordination with suppliers/integrators, validation, startup, and results monitoring.

• Lead root cause analysis using tools such as 8D, DMAIC, 5 Whys, and Ishikawa diagrams to address customer complaints and resolve chronic and recurring problems.

• Develop, update, and maintain technical process documentation: PFMEA, Control Plans, Flowcharts, work instructions, parameters, and operating standards.

• Analyze OEE, cycle times, scrap, capacity, efficiency, and productivity to identify improvement opportunities and establish data-driven action plans.

• Design, validate, and implement processes for new products, engineering changes, and line transfers, ensuring safety, quality, capacity, and compliance with customer requirements.

ABOUT YOU

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial, Mechanical, Mechatronics, Electronics, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field.

• Master's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or Business Administration preferred.

• Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma Green Belt, or equivalent certification (preferred).

• Effective communication, complexity management, time management, and quality decision-making skills.

• PFMEA and Control Plan.

• Conversational English proficiency.

Littelfuse is an equal opportunity employer committed to empowering every associate to make a difference — everywhere, every day.

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.