Mechanical Design Engineer

Littelfuse; Legnago; On-site; EUR 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Littelfuse, a global leader in electrical energy safety and reliability, seeks a Mechanical Design Engineer to design and develop mechanical components and products from concept to implementation. You will create and modify 3D models and drawings, evaluate concepts for manufacturability and performance, and prepare technical reports and design documentation.

Collaborating with manufacturing, quality, and project management, you will support product development timelines while maintaining quality

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Experience in mechanical design and product development.
• Proficiency in 3D CAD modeling (SolidWorks or equivalent).

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and improve mechanical components and products.
• Create and modify 3D models, drawings, and engineering documentation.
• Evaluate design concepts and recommend optimal technical solutions based on functionality, manufacturability, and performance.
• Prepare technical reports, product specifications, and design documentation.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams, including manufacturing, quality, and project management, to support product development activities.
• Assist in planning project activities and coordinating engineering deliverables to meet customer expectations and project timelines.
• Support manufacturing by ensuring designs comply with internal quality standards as well as applicable safety and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product performance and engineering processes.

Skills

Mechanical design

3D CAD

Team collaboration

English proficiency

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

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 Mechanical Design Engineer, you will be responsible for designing and developing mechanical components and products, contributing to the entire product development process from concept to implementation. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to create innovative, reliable, and cost-effective engineering solutions that meet customer requirements and industry standards. Your work will directly support product development by improving designs, preparing technical documentation, and ensuring compliance with quality, safety, and regulatory requirements.

About the Job:

• Design, develop, and improve mechanical components and products based on customer and business requirements.
• Create and modify 3D models, technical drawings, and engineering documentation.
• Evaluate design concepts and recommend optimal technical solutions based on functionality, manufacturability, and performance.
• Prepare technical reports, product specifications, and design documentation.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams, including manufacturing, quality, and project management, to support product development activities.
• Assist in planning project activities and coordinating engineering deliverables to meet customer expectations and project timelines.
• Support manufacturing by ensuring designs comply with internal quality standards as well as applicable safety and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product performance and engineering processes.

About You:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• Experience in mechanical design and product development.
• Proficiency in 3D CAD modeling using SolidWorks or other comparable CAD software.
• Good understanding of mechanical engineering principles and design practices.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, cross‑functional team environment.
• Good communication skills and English proficiency (B1 level or higher).
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office.

Nice to Have:

• Experience with thermal analysis and electromagnetic simulation tools (e.g. ANSYS or similar).
• Experience in the automotive or industrial sector.
• Knowledge of magnetic field applications.
• Familiarity with automotive quality standards (IATF) and ATEX requirements.
• Experience working in a global manufacturing environment.

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 an strategic advantage for the company. From the production line to the engineering lab, the office or distribution centre, 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.