Characterization Technician

Littelfuse is one of America’s Best Mid-Sized Companies (Forbes) and has been named one of the Best Places to Work in Illinois (Best Companies Group) for 11 consecutive years. With its global headquarters in Chicago, Illinois, USA, Littelfuse is a leading, global manufacturer of electronic components serving more than 100,000 end customers across industrial, transportation, and electronics end markets. We have more than 17,000 employees with operations in 15 countries. From semiconductors to sensors… switches to fuses and more… we produce billions of electronic components that help our customers empower a sustainable, connected, and safer world. In 2021, Littelfuse had net sales of $2.1 billion.

Job Description Summary

Works from schematics, diagrams, written and verbal descriptions, layouts or defined plans to perform testing, checkout and trouble-shooting functions that are semi-routine in nature but recognizes the need for occasional deviation from accepted practice. Assists in determining methods or actions to remedy malfunctions. Assists in the design, construction, test, check-out, modification, fabrication and assembly of components. Uses manufacturing, test, development or diagnostic equipment, including, but not limited to, test programs, oscilloscopes, signal generators and specialized test apparatus. Supports engineering activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Knowledge base on power semiconductors (e.g., SiC-Diodes, SiC-MOSFETs, Schottky-Diodes, IGBTs) and IC products (e.g., Semiconductor Relays, Gate Drivers).
• Study and understand the specifications of the device under test.
• Collaborate closely with the Characterization Engineers.
• Report failures, propose solutions, and follow through on their resolution.
• Run formal characterization and verification setups.
• Prepare Measurement data analysis and report generation for data sheets and design reports.
• Ensure all safety standards are observed.
  
  
  
  

Technical Skills

• Proficient in documenting measurement results and test procedures.
• Skilled in conducting diverse tests, including voltage, current, frequency, and temperature measurements, utilizing instruments such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, parameter analyzers, and PXI systems.
• Perform moderately complex electro-mechanical technical functions such as design, test, checkout, fabrication, modification, troubleshooting, and assembly of electronics and electro-mechanical systems.
• Test and troubleshoot system-level and component-level problems in electrical and mechanical systems and sub-systems.
• Work from schematics, diagrams, written and verbal descriptions, layouts, or plans to perform moderate testing and troubleshooting.
• Solid skills with MS Office products (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Visio).
• Basic scripting skills (Python, Matlab, LabVIEW, C/C /C#) are a plus.
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  
  
  

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, or a related field.
• 1 years of experience in a similar role within the semiconductor industry.
  
  
  
  

Soft Skills

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a global team environment.
• Good organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Adaptability and willingness to learn new technologies and methods.
• Strong work ethic and a proactive approach to tasks.
  
  
  
  

Salary Range

$46,100 - $66,140

The salary offered will vary depending on your location, job-related skills, knowledge, and experience.