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.
As an Electronic Design Engineer, you will play a key role in designing, developing, and validating embedded electronic solutions for innovative products used in the commercial vehicle industry. Working closely with cross-functional engineering teams, you will contribute to the development of embedded software and firmware, support electronic board validation, and help deliver reliable, high-quality products from concept through production.
About the Job:
Design, develop, and maintain embedded software and firmware for electronic products.
Write, test, debug, and validate embedded software using C.
Support the design, testing, and validation of electronic boards and embedded applications.
Collaborate with hardware, mechanical, manufacturing, and project teams throughout the product development lifecycle.
Prepare and maintain technical documentation, reports, and engineering specifications.
Support manufacturing by troubleshooting technical issues and contributing to continuous product improvements.
Ensure designs comply with quality, safety, and applicable regulatory standards.
About You:
Bachelor's degree in Electronics Engineering or a related technical field.
Experience in embedded software and/or firmware development.
Good knowledge of embedded C programming and microcontroller-based applications.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a team.
Good communication skills and English proficiency (B1 level or higher).
Nice to Have:
Experience in the automotive or industrial sector.
Familiarity with CAN/LIN communication protocols.
Knowledge of Functional Safety (ISO 26262).
Experience with electronic design or simulation tools (e.g. Altium, LTspice, PSpice).
Experience with testing and validation of electronic boards.
Littelfuse strives to empower associate growth and development in a culture of ongoing collaboration and respect for diverse global perspectives and expertise.
Our Core Values – We Care, We Succeed With Our Customers, We Own The Outcome – 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.
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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.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Electronics Engineering or related technical field
- Experience in embedded software and/or firmware development
- Proficiency in embedded C programming
- Experience with microcontroller-based applications
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team
- Good communication skills and English proficiency (B1 level or higher)
- Experience in the automotive or industrial sector
- Familiarity with CAN/LIN communication protocols
- Knowledge of Functional Safety (ISO 26262)
- Experience with electronic design or simulation tools (Altium, LTspice, PSpice)
- Experience with testing and validation of electronic boards
Littelfuse Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Littelfuse and has not been reviewed or approved by Littelfuse.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) plan includes a company match with an additional annual contribution, with plan details also referenced in corporate filings. This structure indicates dependable retirement support across U.S. roles.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — A Lifestyle Spending Account and tuition reimbursement, plus wellness resources and an Employee Assistance Program, expand the package beyond core insurance. Development programs such as Lean Six Sigma certifications reinforce a holistic rewards mix.
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Healthcare Strength — Core medical, dental, and vision coverage are standard and described as solid and workable. Coverage breadth is supported globally with EAP access.
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What We Do
Littelfuse is an industrial technology manufacturing company empowering a sustainable, connected, and safer world. Across more than 15 countries, and with 17,000 global associates, we partner with customers to design and deliver innovative, reliable solutions. Serving over 100,000 end customers, our products are found in a variety of industrial, transportation, and electronics end markets—everywhere, every day. Headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, United States, Littelfuse was founded in 1927. View our broad and deep product portfolio: https://www.littelfuse.com/ Littelfuse has had a long-standing commitment to ensuring a diversified workforce through equal employment opportunities. Maintaining a diversified workforce is critical to the success of our organization. Each associate receives equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, creed, sex (with or without sexual conduct), marital status, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, order of protection status, military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, genetic information, unfavorable discharge from military service, and any other protected class under federal, state or local law
