Field Application Engineer

Littelfuse is one of America’s Best Mid-Sized Companies (Forbes) and has been named one of the Best Places to Work in Illinois (Best Companies Group) for 11 consecutive years. With its global headquarters in Chicago, Illinois, USA, Littelfuse is a leading, global manufacturer of electronic components serving more than 100,000 end customers across industrial, transportation, and electronics end markets. We have more than 17,000 employees with operations in 15 countries. From semiconductors to sensors… switches to fuses and more… we produce billions of electronic components that help our customers empower a sustainable, connected, and safer world. In 2021, Littelfuse had net sales of $2.1 billion.

This junior Field Application Engineer will learn and grow their technical knowledge by being the technical support to customers.  Will work in close alignment with the sales and product management teams. Assess potential application of products and offer solutions that meet customer needs. Research and present reports to potential customers showing the cost benefit of purchasing Littelfuse products.  This individual will be the lead in providing technical and direct support to west coast customers, in addition to supporting east coast and southern U.S. customers as needed.  This is a hybrid position with flexibility to work remotely.

This role does not offer sponsorship and requires candidates to be either U.S. citizens or green card holders.

About the Job:

• Identifies sales opportunities by working closely with sales team and providing technical knowledge. Creates reports on customer technical requirements, costing, feasibility, and risks. (45%)

• Serves on an after sales cross-functional team (product management, sales, technical marketing), focusing on new product launch. Serves as the technical expert translating the customer requirements into design needs. (40%)

• Partners closely with the product management team to identify any technical changes due to market changes, new technology, partnerships, or customer requirement. (10%)

• Serves as part of an after sales cross-functional team, focusing on new product launch. (5%)

• Other duties as assigned.

About You:

• Bachelor or university degree in Electrical Engineering or related

• Fresh grad with Coursework in power semiconductor or related

• Ability to travel within the U.S. to interface with customers

• Advanced knowledge in MS Office

• Strong analytical skills

• Strong communication skills

• High attention to detail

Littelfuse is an equal opportunity employer committed to empowering every associate to make a difference — everywhere, every day.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage

• 401(k) with company match and annual contribution

• Paid time off and 11 holidays

• $850 Lifestyle Spending Account

• Lean Six Sigma certification and career development opportunities

• Life, disability, and voluntary insurance options

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Salary Range:

The salary offered will vary depending on your location, job-related skills, knowledge, and experience.