Manufacturing Engineer

Lyten is leading an industrial revolution through Lyten 3D Graphene™, a breakthrough supermaterial unlocking a new generation of products — from lithium–sulfur batteries and energy storage systems to concrete admixtures, lightweight composites, and next-generation sensors that are revolutionizing industries. Together, these innovations are making a massive global improvement and driving real-world impact across energy, mobility, construction, and defense.

At Lyten, we believe the most meaningful careers begin with purpose — and with people who want to make a difference. We’re not just developing advanced supermaterials — we’re about to change the world as we know it, reshaping how energy is stored, how products are built, and how progress is made.

We’re entering an exciting growth phase, scaling production across the U.S. and Europe and expanding our team of engineers, scientists, and innovators.

Apply now to join our team and be part of something bigger than yourself — where collaboration, creativity, and purpose come together to build the technologies that will define the next century.

Job Scope

Why does the role exist? High level purpose of function.

The Manufacturing Engineer plays a key role in process equipment commissioning, production ramp-up, and full-scale manufacturing within a battery cell production facility. They ensure smooth start-up of production lines, optimize manufacturing processes, and lead continuous improvement initiatives to maximize process yield, equipment availability, and overall production performance. This role combines hands-on equipment commissioning experience, cross-functional collaboration, and technical expertise to deliver safe, efficient, and high-quality battery cell production. The manufacturing engineer is responsible for all aspects of their process machine including technical functionality, how personnel interact with it, what maintenance activities are recommended, and what crucial spares are required.  

Key Responsibilities

Overall areas of responsibilities and activities

Key responsibilities include (but are not limited to)

• Participate in HAZOP sessions and ensure compliance with process safety, operational safety, and environmental standards. 
• Promote a culture of safety, quality, and operational excellence throughout production and commissioning activities. 
• Lead process equipment commissioning, including cold and hot commissioning on-site during start-up or restart projects. (Project timeline dependent) 
• Facilitate smooth transitions from commissioning to production ramp-up and full-scale manufacturing. (Project timeline dependent) 
• Translate lessons learned into design and process improvements for future expansions. 
• Monitor, analyze and improve production KPIs, including yield, availability, and performance. Identifying top losses, production bottlenecks, and performance gaps to drive corrective actions and continuous improvement initiatives. 
• Lead root cause analysis (RCA) for equipment-related losses, minor stops, and process deviations. 
• Define, release, and maintain manufacturing process standards and operator training programs. 
• Train and mentor new engineers, operators and other support functions. 
• Prepare, review, and approve documentation including (but not limited to); WI, PFMEAs, commissioning checklists, project timelines, A3s.  
• Provide technical feedback and guidance to suppliers to ensure equipment quality, compliance with specifications, and CE standards. 
• Develop and issue DOEs (Design of Experiments) and schedule process and equipment trials onsite and at supplier sites (if required). 
• Deliver a line capable of obtaining PPAP approval, following a structured quality gate model. 
• Complete supplementary tasks as seen  fit by management to effectively utilize time and resources for the benefit of the business. 
• This role requires regular presence on the production floor.

Accountability/Authorization

• Budget responsibility: N
• Direct reports: N
• Work Environment responsibility: N

All employees are accountable for complying with safety regulations and actively supporting a safe workplace.

Requirements

Educational background and previous experience required for the role

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s or master’s  degree in mechanical, electrical, or chemical engineering. 

• Minimum of 3 years of relevant work experience in production, equipment, or engineering-related roles. 

• Proven track record of leading manufacturing process improvements and production optimization in a factory environment following recognised project management techniques.  

• Experience in building and scaling production in a fast-growing environment, ideally within the battery, food, pharma, paper & pulp, semiconductor, electrochemical, or similar industries. 

• Hands-on experience and interest in equipment commissioning, troubleshooting, and optimisation. 

• Proficient in detailed root cause analysis, structured problem-solving methodologies and continuous improvement. 

• Familiarity with quality assurance troubleshooting tools. 

• Experience working to industry standards obtaining certification including ISO, IATF &VDA .

• Experience with statistical process control and process capability analysis. 

Specific skills & Knowledge

• Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems. 

• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and six sigma methodologies .
• Knowledge of OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness) metrics and their application in production environments. 
• Strong technical curiosity, analytical mindset, and business-oriented problem-solving skills. 
• Troubleshooting skills with diagnostic equipment. 

• Ability to document technical problems concisely. 

• Excellent English skills, both written and oral, are essential. Basic Swedish and other language skills are a plus. You should have good communication skills and be able to work in close collaboration with colleagues from many different teams. 

• Ability to work within varying environments including clean-rooms and dry-rooms, while wearing appropriate PPE. 

• Comfortable operating in high-profile, international, and high-pressure environments. 

• A genuine technical interest and passion about working within production is highly valued.  

Health, Safety & Environmental responsibility

• Follow company policies and procedures.
• Use PPE according to safety rules.
• Report hazards and incidents.

Why Work at Lyten

At Lyten, you’ll be part of a team that’s redefining what’s possible in energy, materials, and manufacturing. We’re not just imagining the future — we’re building it today with breakthrough technologies that are changing how products are made and how industries innovate.

Our people are the heart of that mission. From world-class scientists and engineers to creative problem-solvers in operations, manufacturing, and commercialization, every member of the Lyten team plays a role in turning bold ideas into real-world impact. We believe that the best work happens when you’re doing great things in the world — with people you like. Collaboration, curiosity, and a shared sense of purpose drive everything we do.

What You’ll Find at Lyten

• A mission that matters: Contribute directly to solving complex challenges in energy, mobility, and materials innovation.

• Cutting-edge innovation: Work on technologies at the intersection of materials science, energy storage, and advanced manufacturing that strengthen energy security and local supply chains.

• Extraordinary people: Join a team of talented, friendly, and down-to-earth innovators who support, challenge, and inspire one another every day.

• Teamwork and culture: Experience a workplace built on trust, respect, and shared success — where collaboration fuels breakthroughs and everyone’s ideas are heard.

• Global impact: Help scale new materials and energy solutions that reinforce industrial resilience across the U.S. and Europe.

• Career growth: Be part of a fast-moving company entering a commercial growth phase, with opportunities to lead, learn, and make your mark.

• Purpose-driven values: Thrive in an environment that celebrates ingenuity, optimism, and meaningful progress — together.

Lyten offers the opportunity to do the most important work of your career — helping build the technologies that will power the next century of innovation.

Join us, and help transform industries, communities, and the planet with friends who share your drive to make a difference.