Staff Engineer Material Development at Lyten

Vasteras, Vastmanland County, Sweden

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ 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
Significant experience in Li battery materials evaluation, testing, or electrochemical analysis
Preferably 8+ years industrial experience
Demonstrated technical depth in material characterization, data analysis, and performance diagnostics
Strong capability to lead complex technical initiatives with minimal supervision

Responsibilities

Lead and execute advanced evaluation and analysis of Li battery cells and materials to identify performance drivers and reliability factors
Develop and standardize test methods, analytical frameworks, and diagnostic procedures for material and cell-level evaluation
Provide technical leadership in resolving complex issues related to material behavior, degradation mechanisms, and process interactions
Coordinate cross-functional technical discussions and guide decision-making related to material selection, validation, and performance improvement
Mentor and support the professional development of engineers, sharing expertise in testing methodology, data interpretation, and failure analysis
Review and validate technical reports, experimental data, and conclusions to ensure accuracy and consistency across projects
Contribute to technology roadmap development and strategic R&D planning by identifying technical risks, gaps, and opportunities
Represent the evaluation and analysis team in cross-departmental reviews, technical meetings, and collaboration with external partners when necessary
Maintain awareness of emerging trends in Li battery technologies, analytical methods, and industry standards, and apply these insights to enhance internal capabilities

Skills

Material Development

Li Battery Cells

Battery Evaluation

Material Analysis

R&D

Process Improvement

Technical Leadership

Mentoring

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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