Product Development Engineer III

About the role

Responsible for designing new products and developing related processes, while coordinating with engineering experts, process, manufacturing, equipment, and quality assurance teams to transition products from idea and design to production. Ensures that new designs meet customer requirements and applicable standards through testing and validation, performs product characterization, functional and material evaluations, and competitive analysis, manages development projects in accordance with ISO/IATF procedures, and recommends appropriate tools and equipment to support manufacturing requirements and product line expansions. Conduct design review meetings and manage the formal release of product designs. Report project status to management during regular meetings to support decision-making. Coordinate with international safety agencies and for product approval. Provide feedback on design or manufacturing changes to improve product function, quality, reliability, and cost. Manage technicians and provide direction, assistance, and guidance, as needed. Coordinates and participates in quality-related activities affecting product development or performance Other duties that may arise in the course of employment, as designated About you: Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, Physics, or similar 5+ years of experience in new product development, R&D, or New Product Introduction related to high precision (electro-) mechanical products Profound knowledge in CAD and mechanical design, including tolerance studies and design for manufacturability Creative and curious mindset to translate customer requirements into new design concepts Project Management experience background in managing product design and process development projects Ideally, with broad knowledge and experience with materials related processes and magnetics/electromagnetics Mechanical or Multiphysics simulation capability is a plus Knowledgeable in problem-solving tools like 8D, FMEA, SPC, MSA, and quality tools Knowledgeable in statistical software like Minitab or similar Above-average English oral and written communication skills #LI-FE1 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.