Senior Engineer Material Development at Lyten

Vasteras, Vastmanland County, Sweden

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Advanced Materials, Energy Storage, Clean TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

BSc or higher degrees in Chemical/Material/Electrical Engineering, or Chemistry
Extensive experience in Li battery evaluation, materials analysis, or related R&D areas
Preferably 5+ years industrial experience
Proven expertise in electrochemical analysis, material characterization, and data-driven problem solving
Strong leadership, mentoring, and communication skills with the ability to coordinate multi-functional teams
Capable of translating analytical findings into actionable engineering insights

Responsibilities

Lead and oversee material and cell-level evaluation activities, including electrochemical performance testing, material characterization, and failure analysis
Develop and refine evaluation methodologies, standard test protocols, and data analysis frameworks to ensure consistency and technical rigor
Interpret complex analytical and electrochemical data to identify key performance drivers and recommend technical improvements
Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and assist in the prioritization and execution of project tasks
Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams—cell design, process engineering, and quality assurance—to align evaluation results with design and manufacturing objectives
Manage multiple evaluation tasks or projects, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality results and documentation
Contribute to long-term strategy and roadmap development by identifying material or process-related risks and opportunities for improvement
Communicate findings effectively to management and R&D stakeholders through reports, reviews, and technical presentations
Stay updated on advancements in Li battery technology, materials science, and analytical techniques, and apply relevant insights to ongoing projects

Skills

Material Development

Li-ion Batteries

Electrochemical Analysis

Cell Evaluation

Battery Materials

Technical Leadership

R&D

Cell Integration

Lyten

Develops 3D graphene for clean energy

About Lyten

Lyten develops and applies three-dimensional graphene to support clean energy initiatives. This material is lighter, stronger, and cleaner, making it suitable for industries aiming for net-zero emissions. Lyten's main clients are large companies in high carbon-emission sectors looking for sustainable solutions. They create applications using their 3D graphene to help these sectors reduce their carbon footprint while maintaining profitability. A significant product is their Lithium-Sulfur battery, which could enhance the affordability and efficiency of electric vehicles. Lyten's goal is to drive innovation across various industries through their materials platform, contributing to the decarbonization movement. Their revenue comes from partnerships and product sales, and they have secured substantial investments from major corporations.

San Jose, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2015Year Founded

$357MTotal Funding

DEBTCompany Stage

Automotive & Transportation, EnergyIndustries

201-500Employees

Risks

Over-reliance on lithium-sulfur technology amidst advancing alternatives poses a risk.

Integration challenges from Cuberg acquisition may impact production timelines.

$1 billion Gigafactory investment could strain finances if demand falls short.

Differentiation

Lyten transforms methane into 3D Graphene, a tunable supermaterial for decarbonization.

Their lithium-sulfur batteries target automotive, aerospace, and defense sectors.

Lyten's polymer composite reduces plastic usage by up to 50% without losing integrity.

Upsides

Lyten's $1 billion Gigafactory investment scales lithium-sulfur battery production.

Partnership with Stellantis enhances market reach in the automotive sector.

$650 million support from US Ex-Im Bank boosts financial stability for expansion.

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