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.
Reporting to Vice President, Systems Engineering and New Technology Ventures. The role can be filled in U.S. or outside the U.S.
About Your Job:
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
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
About You:
·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
Demonstrated expertise in system-level design, architecture, and application engineering
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.
Artificial intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all final employment decisions will be made by a person.
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