Advanced Materials Researcher

Littelfuse; Piedras Negras; Presencial; MXN 700.000 - 900.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Performance-based incentives

Flexible work arrangements

Development opportunities

Descripción de la vacante

Littelfuse in Piedras Negras, Coahuila, seeks an Advanced Materials Researcher to focus on developing high-performance materials for fuses. The ideal candidate will have a PhD in a related discipline and extensive experience in materials science and circuit protection.

The role involves hands-on material development, process engineering, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to meet stringent quality standards. Competitive compensation and benefits offered.

Formación

• 4+ years of experience in materials science, preferably 5+ years.
• Track record of leading innovation and advanced R&D projects.
• 3+ years of experience in circuit protection preferred.
• Experience scaling materials from R&D to initial manufacturing phases.

Responsabilidades

• Design and develop advanced materials with tailored properties.
• Lead the development and optimization of compounding processes.
• Translate lab-scale formulations into scalable processes.
• Document technical findings for intellectual property.

Conocimientos

Expertise in Design of Experiments (DoE)

Strong teamwork and communication skills

Ability to work in fast-paced environments

Familiarity with basic material characterization techniques

Fluent in English

Educación

PhD in Chemistry, Materials, Physics, Semiconductors or related discipline

Descripción del empleo

Job Overview

Reporting to the R&D Manager, you will work as an Advanced Materials Researcher focused on developing high-performance materials for fuses. Your work will involve hands‑on material development, process engineering, and collaboration with cross‑functional teams to deliver materials that meet stringent quality and performance standards.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop advanced materials (metals, polymers, ceramics, and composites) with tailored thermal, electrical, and mechanical properties.
• Explore and evaluate novel material systems, additives, and processing routes.
• Define and execute material characterization plans covering thermal, electrical, mechanical, and microstructural analyses.
• Analyze failure modes and performance limitations to drive material improvements.
• Lead the development and optimization of compounding processes to achieve consistent material properties and performance.
• Ensure materials meet industry standards and application‑specific requirements.
• Translate lab‑scale formulations into scalable and manufacturable processes.
• Apply project management fundamentals, including costing, scheduling, and resource management, to meet project goals.
• Lead and collaborate with cross‑functional teams and external partners to bring concepts to reality.
• Partner with Procurement and Product teams to validate and industrialize new materials.
• Document technical findings and contribute to intellectual property and internal knowledge development.

Qualifications

• PhD in Chemistry, Materials, Physics, Semiconductors or a related discipline is preferable.
• 4+ years of experience in materials science (5+ years preferable).
• Track record of leading innovation and advanced R&D projects.
• 3+ years of experience in circuit protection is preferred.
• Experience scaling materials from R&D to initial manufacturing phases.
• Familiarity with basic material characterization techniques (e.g., DSC, TGA, FTIR, SEM).
• Expertise in Design of Experiments (DoE).
• Desireable experience in manufacturing process capability development.
• Ability to work in fast‑paced, project‑focused environments.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Fluent in English with >70% proficiency in writing, reading, and conversation.
• Self‑directed and adaptable.

Benefits

Competitive compensation and benefits, performance‑based incentives, flexible work arrangements, and development opportunities.

Equal Opportunity

Littelfuse is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or any other protected class under applicable law.