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.
Littelfuse is looking for a Characterization Engineer to join our growing engineering team in Lipa, Philippines. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a newly established semiconductor characterization and verification laboratory, helping shape its capabilities from the ground up while supporting the development of innovative power semiconductor technologies.
This role offers significant opportunities for professional growth, collaboration with global engineering teams, and exposure to cutting-edge semiconductor products and test methodologies.
Perform characterization and verification activities on power semiconductor devices, including SiC Diodes, SiC MOSFETs, Schottky Diodes, IGBTs, and related technologies.
Study and understand device specifications and technical requirements.
Define characterization and verification plans to achieve complete functional coverage.
Develop test specifications in close collaboration with design engineers and product definition teams.
Execute electrical measurements, data collection, and analysis.
Report failures, propose corrective actions, and support issue resolution.
Develop and/or operate characterization and verification setups and automated test environments.
Prepare and lead design verification reviews.
Generate technical reports, data sheets, and design documentation.
Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of laboratory capabilities, methodologies, and best practices.
Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a related Engineering discipline.
2 to 5 years of relevant engineering experience.
Experience creating verification plans, test benches, and automated parameter testing solutions.
Experience preparing and presenting characterization and verification reviews.
Hands-on experience with electrical measurement equipment such as:
Oscilloscopes
Parameter Analyzers
PXI Systems
Similar laboratory instrumentation
Knowledge of electrical measurement circuit and test setup design.
Knowledge of PCB design principles.
Understanding of fast di/dt and dV/dt switching events and their impact on measurements and characterization.
Understanding of power electronic circuit design and test circuitry development.
Experience with thermal measurements and JEDEC standards for thermal characterization (Rth/Zth).
Programming and scripting skills in one or more of the following:
Python
MATLAB
LabVIEW
C/C++
C#
MS Office tools
Strong English communication skills are required, both written and verbal, as the role involves collaboration with global engineering teams.
Ability to communicate technical information clearly and professionally.
Willingness to work in a highly collaborative international environment.
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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.
Littelfuse, Inc. (NASDAQ: LFUS) is a diversified, industrial technology manufacturing company empowering a sustainable, connected, and safer world. Across more than 20 countries, and with approximately 16,000 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 Rosemont, 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.
