Director, Systems Engineering, CCDI
About the role
The Director, Systems Engineering, CCDI is responsible for leading system-level strategy, customer engagement, and application validation across Littelfuse’s power switching and circuit protection portfolio. This role drives the transformation from a component-focused supplier to a customer-centric solutions partner by aligning product innovation with real-world system requirements. This leader will collaborate closely with Sales, Product Management, and Engineering teams to develop differentiated solutions, influence product roadmaps, and strengthen Littelfuse’s position in strategic growth markets.
Responsibilities
- Define system-level strategies by translating customer application requirements into scalable technical solutions and architectures
- Engage with key customers and industry leaders to understand emerging trends and position Littelfuse as a technology partner of choice
- Influence product roadmaps through close collaboration with Product Management, including development of business cases for new growth opportunities
- Lead system-level validation efforts, including definition and execution of application testing to ensure performance, reliability, and compliance
- Develop technical content such as application notes, white papers, and reference designs to support customer adoption and establish thought leadership
- Enable Sales and Field Application Engineers (FAEs) with actionable technical insights, tools, and training
- Drive cross-functional alignment across Engineering, Marketing, and Sales in a global, matrixed organization
- Lead through influence, leveraging technical expertise to guide teams and decision-making
Requirements
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field; or equivalent industry experience
- 10+ years of experience in electrical systems, power electronics, or semiconductor applications
- Strong understanding of global safety and regulatory standards (UL, IEC, ISO, AEC)
- Proven ability to translate customer needs into technical and business solutions
- Experience influencing cross-functional teams in a matrixed environment
- Background in semiconductor, circuit protection, or power electronics industries preferred
- Up to 30% global travel required
Focus Areas
- Data Centers: High-efficiency power distribution and high-voltage DC (HVDC) systems
- Aerospace & Defense: High-reliability electrical systems and electrification
- Industrial & Building Automation: Advanced manufacturing and smart building technologies
- Energy Infrastructure: DC microgrids, Battery energy storage systems (BESS), and renewable integration
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field; or equivalent industry experience
- 10+ years of experience in electrical systems, power electronics, or semiconductor applications
- Strong understanding of global safety and regulatory standards (UL, IEC, ISO, AEC)
- Proven ability to translate customer needs into technical and business solutions
- Experience influencing cross-functional teams in a matrixed environment
- Background in semiconductor, circuit protection, or power electronics industries preferred
- Up to 30% global travel required
Skills
- System-level design, architecture, and application engineering
- Global safety and regulatory standards (UL, IEC, ISO, AEC)
- Customer needs translation into technical and business solutions
- Collaboration and influence within cross-functional teams
- Technical content creation (application notes, white papers, reference designs)
- Training and enabling of Sales and FAEs
- Leading through influence and technical expertise
Benefits
Littelfuse strives to empower associate growth and development in a culture of ongoing collaboration and respect for diverse global perspectives and expertise. Our Core Values — Customer Focus, Teamwork, Results-Driven, Integrity, and Innovation — support us on our mission to improve the safety, reliability, efficiency, and performance of our customers' products and systems. We are an equal opportunity employer that takes pride in giving every associate the means and courage to make a difference — everywhere, every day.
Pay
$230,000 - $270,000
Schedule
Full-time