Senior Director R&D Power Semiconductor

Overview Littelfuse (NASDAQ: LFUS) is a diversified industrial technology manufacturing company shaping solutions for the safe and efficient transfer of electrical energy. We are seeking a Senior Director, R&D to serve as the senior technical leader for our Power Semiconductor Business Unit, driving innovation and execution across power semiconductor devices and modules, including MOSFETs, IGBTs, thyristors, diodes, wide‑bandgap SiC/GaN devices, power modules, and stacks. This role leads a single, unified, global R&D organization spanning chip/device R&D, packaging and module engineering, advanced technology development, and a directly reporting Project Management Office (PMO). Responsibilities Define and execute the multi‑year Power Semiconductor R&D strategy and technology roadmap in close partnership with Product Management and business leadership. Drive differentiation through application‑driven innovation in power semiconductor device and process technologies, advanced power packaging, module integration, and next‑generation development methodologies. Lead all R&D functions under a single, integrated organization, including chip/device R&D, packaging and module R&D, advanced technology development, and the PMO. Evolve and strengthen the global R&D operating model, organizational structure, and engineering effectiveness through scalable development processes, consistent engineering methodologies, technical rigor, and strong execution discipline across globally distributed teams. Strengthen PMO capabilities with robust portfolio governance, transparent resource planning, milestone management, execution transparency and proactive risk management. Own end‑to‑end new product development, from concept through high‑volume production release, ensuring predictable delivery to performance, reliability, manufacturability, cost, and schedule targets. Establish clear technical and program milestones, rigorous design reviews, qualification plans, and first‑pass success metrics. Anticipate and manage technical risk through strong DFMEA, design‑for‑manufacturing, and design‑for‑test practices. Partner with Product Management and business leadership to translate market, customer and application requirements into executable R&D programs—aligning scope, tradeoffs, priorities and decision‑making processes. Collaborate closely with Operations, Quality, and Supply Chain to ensure manufacturing readiness, yield performance and scalable production capability. Work with internal frontend and backend manufacturing sites, foundries, OSATs, and external technology partners to support process development, qualification, industrialization and production ramp activities. Support strategic customer engagements and key design‑win initiatives in collaboration with Sales, Marketing and Applications teams. Build, develop, and retain top global engineering and program management talent, fostering a culture of innovation, accountability, execution excellence and collaboration. Develop future technical and people leaders through coaching, succession planning, and capability building. Qualifications Master’s or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, or related fields. 15+ years of experience in semiconductor or power electronics R&D, with a strong track record of leading complex technology and product development programs from concept to high‑volume production. Proven success leading large, global engineering organizations, including managers of managers, across multiple sites and disciplines. Demonstrated ability to evolve organizational structures, strengthen engineering capabilities, and build high‑performing teams aligned with business and technology priorities. Strong understanding of power semiconductor device technologies, fabrication processes, packaging technologies, qualification requirements and high‑volume manufacturing operations. Demonstrated ability to drive complex, multi‑site development programs with predictable execution, strong development governance, and cross‑functional coordination. Track record of effective partnership with Product Management, Operations, Quality, Manufacturing and Supply Chain; strong executive‑level communication and influencing skills. Comfort operating in matrixed, international environments with globally distributed engineering and manufacturing teams. Benefits We offer competitive compensation and benefits, performance‑based incentives, flexible work arrangements, and development opportunities. Equal Opportunity Statement 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Littelfuse