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.
In the Position of Principal Engineer - Customer Quality (f/m/d) you will be responsible for all quality-related customer communications for our European Semiconductor customers. This role involves working with an international team and our various international semiconductor production sites.
About the Position:Act as focal point for all quality-related customer communications including quality complaints. Serve as the voice of the customer to internal team, drive solution for the customer and provide updates to the customer in a timely manner. Lead customer-facing quality discussion including issue resolution and quality reviews.
Establish and deploy global customer quality standards. Collect customer specific requirements and support the review, disposition, and execution of such requirements within the product, manufacturing, and operations environment.
Facilitate Product change management (PCN) to meet customer requirements and support timely implementation.
Work with factories to organize and facilitate customer audits to demonstrate Quality Management System compliance and effectiveness to standards including ISO, IATF, VDA.
Support business reviews, new business opportunities while contributing to product lifecycle management decisions.
Prepare and present quality performance summaries at internal management reviews. Lead the development and execution of Quality Improvement Plans (QIPs) to drive continuous improvement in customer quality scores including product quality, service and responsiveness, and customer specific requirements.
Support customer product inquiries for both existing products and new product opportunities.
10+ years of experience in Quality, Manufacturing or Engineering in the semiconductor industry
Knowledge of semiconductor manufacturing principles and processes, with failure analysis or reliability
Knowledge of complex electrical or mechanical assemblies
Understanding of quality management systems such ISO9000, IATF16949 / VDA, ISO13485; audit experience in automotive or medical standards is a plus
Knowledge of 8D problem solving, requirements management, change management
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail
Experience in a global manufacturing environment preferred, with understanding of operations, planning, logistics
Knowledge of executing safe launch procedures and product/process transfer activities
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with ability to interface effectively with all levels of the organization
Team oriented and responsive
Ability to multi-task, prioritize and work in a high-pressure environment
This position involves up to 50% international travel
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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
- 10+ years of experience in Quality, Manufacturing or Engineering in the semiconductor industry
- Knowledge of semiconductor manufacturing principles and processes
- Understanding of quality management systems such as ISO9000, IATF16949 / VDA, ISO13485
- Experience in a global manufacturing environment
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Littelfuse Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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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
