Manufacturing Engineer

Littelfuse; Legnago; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Littelfuse is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to analyze production processes, resolve issues, and support lean transformation across the factory to improve safety, quality, delivery and cost. You will collaborate with engineering and production teams on automation projects, docs, and process improvements, driving efficiency and capacity expansion.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years in manufacturing engineering for automatic assembly, plus PLC knowledge and strong problem-solving skills, with

Qualifications

• Requires Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in an engineering field (electronics/mechatronics/mechanical/management).
• 3+ years in manufacturing engineering with automatic assembly processes.
• Familiarity with lean tools and continuous improvement.
• Fluent in English and Italian; strong problem-solving and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with manufacturing engineering and production teams to resolve process issues, reducing downtime and boosting yield.
• Own line performance in safety, quality, and efficiency.
• Analyze errors in production and implement corrective actions.
• Apply lean tools to eliminate waste and improve flow.
• Prepare technical reports and maintain documentation.
• Support automation initiatives for cost reduction and capacity expansion.
• Engage with product development to estimate costs and design new processes for NPI.

Skills

Fluent English & Italian

Lean methodologies

Problem solving

Time management

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Electronics, Mechatronics, Mechanical, Management or related Engineering

Tools

PLC systems

Microsoft Excel

Automation projects

Job description

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. As a Manufacturing Engineer, you will play a key role in driving continuous improvement by analyzing production processes, resolving technical issues, and supporting the production team to improve efficiency, reduce downtime, and ensure consistent product quality. You will support the lean transformation of the factory through waste elimination and implementation of the Littelfuse Operating System at both shop floor and service levels. Your work will directly impact manufacturing performance in terms of safety, quality, delivery, and cost.

About the Job:

• Collaborate with manufacturing engineering and production teams to identify and resolve process-related production issues, minimizing downtime and improving yield.
• Take accountability for manufacturing line performance in terms of safety, quality, and efficiency.
• Analyze errors and deviations in production processes and implement effective corrective and preventive solutions.
• Apply lean tools to eliminate waste and improve production flow.
• Prepare technical reports, update work instructions, and maintain accurate technical documentation.
• Identify and support automation projects related to cost reduction initiatives and capacity expansion programs.
• Collaborate with product development teams to support cost estimation and design new manufacturing processes for new product introductions.
• Stay up to date with emerging technologies to enhance manufacturing processes through automation and AI-driven improvements.

About You:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electronics, Mechatronics, Mechanical, Management, or related Engineering field.
• 3+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering or a similar role, specifically related to automatic assembly processes (e.g., pick & place systems, automatic feeders, pallet lines, 6-axis or SCARA robots).
• Experience working in a manufacturing/industrial company.
• Understanding of Programmable Logic Control (PLC) systems is a plus.
• Familiar with lean tools and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Strong time management and problem-solving skills.Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills, able to thrive in a fast-paced, multicultural environment.
• Open-minded and proactive in proposing new ideas and process improvements.
• Fluent in English and Italian, both written and spoken.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.

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 - We Care, We Succeed With Our Customers, We Own The Outcome - support us in our mission to improve the safety, reliability, and performance of our customers’ products that use electrical energy. We are an equal-opportunity employer that takes pride in giving every associate the means and courage to make a difference - everywhere, every day. #LI-EW1 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. Our humble roots date back to 1927, where, in the back of a garage on Chicago’s northside, our founder, Edward Sundt, developed a small, fast-acting, protective fuse for use in sensitive test meters. Sundt wanted to call his new company producing these small fuses, "Little Fuse," but wasn’t allowed to trademark two such common words. So, instead he went with the one-word, misspelled "Littelfuse." For more than 95 years, Littelfuse has pioneered innovative products that help empower a sustainable, connected, and safer world. With the ever-evolving electrification and electronification of customer applications, our product technologies are closely linked to sustainable applications such as electric vehicles and EV charging infrastructure, renewable energy and energy storage, factory automation, power management and more. Throughout our history, our people have been the foundation of our success - and that remains true today. Now more than ever, our bright and talented people are a strategic advantage for the company. From the production line to the engineering lab, the office or distribution center, Littelfuse people are an important part of a diverse, talented team of the best and brightest in the industry. While Littelfuse has experienced tremendous growth in recent years, we still maintain a small-company, entrepreneurial approach where your efforts will drive our culture, our business, and the overall success of the organization. No matter where you work or what you do, your contributions will make a difference at Littelfuse - everywhere, every day. Littelfuse is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, and/or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law.