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.
Our Reliability Lab Engineer is embedded in the local laboratory environment, executing qualification and reliability test requests while developing technical expertise in reliability testing methods, equipment, standards, and failure mechanisms. The role combines extensive hands-on testing activities with increasing technical responsibility for troubleshooting, data review, standards understanding, and execution of complex test requests. The role operates within the Reliability Testing Chapter and collaborates closely with the local laboratory organization and relevant cross-functional stakeholders.
About the Position:Execute complete qualification and reliability test requests independently
Prepare, set up, start, monitor, and complete complex reliability tests
Perform advanced measurements and data collection activities
Plan resources, schedules, equipment allocation, and execution activities for assigned test requests
Review test requirements and ensure proper execution
Create, modify, and maintain measurement programs
Review and approve measurement programs created by technicians
Support troubleshooting of test setups, equipment, and execution-related issues
Develop understanding of reliability standards, qualification requirements, and stress methods
Develop understanding of reliability-related failure mechanisms
Participate in investigations related to test deviations and abnormal behavior
Support technical discussions with requestors and laboratory stakeholders
Contribute to continuous improvement of laboratory execution practices
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Materials Science, or comparable
1–3+ years of experience in reliability testing, semiconductor testing, quality, manufacturing engineering, or laboratory operations preferred
Understanding of reliability testing principles and qualification methodologies
Understanding of laboratory measurement systems and execution practices
Willingness to develop expertise in reliability standards and failure mechanisms
Strong analytical and organizational skills
Good English skills
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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 Electrical Engineering, Physics, Materials Science, or a comparable field
- 1-3+ years of experience in reliability testing, semiconductor testing, quality, manufacturing engineering, or laboratory operations
- Understanding of reliability testing principles and qualification methodologies
- Understanding of laboratory measurement systems and execution practices
- Willingness to develop expertise in reliability standards and failure mechanisms
- Strong analytical and organizational skills
- Good English skills
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
