Project Manager
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 14, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 14, 2026. Littelfuse scores B on the Alion truth index.
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.
Manage and responsible for all aspects of a successful product launch of protection market products through the management of internal and external Customers and Suppliers - as well as overseeing the product group landscape and being intial point of contact for NBOs. Lead and direct all activities of cross functional team even where little to no authority exists. Influence product price and monitor financial metrics to improve earnings.
About the Job
- To program manage new projects from customer award to completion of Phase 5 of the NP&PD process, coordinating the efforts of the cross-functional project team including managing the non-commercial interface with the customer
- Monitor and control the compliance to requirements (time, cost, quality) and risk of assigned projects and report back to the management team (eg status/KPIs etc…)
- Coordinate APQP activities and lead Phase Review activities/presentation through the NP&PD / NTD processes
- In conjunction with other team members devise preventative and corrective action plans where necessary including acting as a first point of escalation for direct reports and/or dotted line reports
- Lead, manage and develop assigned (dotted line) Project Management team with:
* Provide leadership, coaching and mentoring;
* Set objectives and drive team towards achievement of Littelfuse/Business Unit goals.
About You
- Education: MS or equivalent in Engineering or Business; Mechatronics Engineer or equivalent. Automotive Engineering Degree;
- Minimum 5 years Engineering or Program Management experience ideally within the automotive industry
- Strong communication and writing skills
- Fluent in English
- Proficiency in one or more of the following languages an advantage: German; French; Italian; Korean; Japanese
- Automotive OEM’s and/or Tier 1 customer interface experience required
- Experience with APQP for managing projects
- Product design experience for fuses and boxes
- Problem Solving Techniques (8D, Six Sigma, etc…)
- PMP Certification or equivalent are an advantage.
- MS Office applications (Excel/PowerPoint/Project/Word/Visio etc…)
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.