Public Funding Specialist

Lyten, Inc.; Województwo pomorskie; Hybrid; PLN 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

MyBenefit cafeteria platform

SmartLunch meal benefit

Extended private healthcare

ZFŚS benefits

Career growth opportunities

International collaboration

Job summary

Lyten, Inc. is looking for an experienced Public Funding Specialist to secure and manage public funding for battery energy storage and manufacturing expansion across Poland and Europe.

You will identify opportunities (Horizon Europe, Innovation Fund, IPCEI, NCBR, PARP, InvestEU), prepare and submit applications, coordinate with engineering, finance, and project teams, and report on funded projects to authorities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD in Engineering, Energy Systems, Electrical, Mechanical, Electronic, or related field.
• 7+ years in project management, industrial projects, technology development, or manufacturing environments.
• Proven experience in identifying, securing, and managing public funding programs at national and/or European level.
• Demonstrated grant applications success and project delivery under funding schemes.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze public funding opportunities across Poland and EU (Horizon Europe, Innovation Fund, IPCEI, FENG/SMART Path, NCBR, PARP, KPO, InvestEU).
• Develop and maintain a funding pipeline aligned with Lyten's priorities.
• Lead grant applications with technical docs, budgets, work plans, and supporting materials.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams during application prep and funded project execution.
• Track progress, budgets, milestones, and deliverables against funding commitments.
• Manage reporting obligations to funding authorities (technical/financial reports, audits, inspections).
• Build and maintain relationships with funding agencies and public institutions (NCBR, PARP, EC).
• Monitor changes in funding rules, state aid, and eligibility; guide internal stakeholders.

Skills

Public funding expertise

Grant writing

Budgeting

Project coordination

Stakeholder management

Fluent English and Polish

Education

Bachelor's/Master's/PhD in Engineering or related field

Tools

MS Project

Jira

Confluence

Job description

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.

We are looking for an experienced Public Funding Specialist who will play a key role in securing and managing public funding opportunities that support Lyten's battery energy storage systems (BESS), manufacturing expansion, and industrialization projects across Poland and Europe. In this role, you will be responsible for identifying, evaluating, applying for, and managing public funding programs, grants, and subsidies. Acting as the primary interface between Lyten and public funding institutions, you will ensure successful application submissions, compliant project execution, and effective reporting throughout the funding lifecycle. You will collaborate closely with Engineering, Finance, Legal, and Project Management teams to help accelerate Lyten's growth through strategic public financing.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze public funding opportunities across Poland and the EU, including programs such as Horizon Europe, Innovation Fund, IPCEI, FENG/SMART Path, NCBR, PARP, KPO, InvestEU, and regional funding schemes.
• Develop and maintain a funding pipeline and roadmap aligned with Lyten's strategic and project priorities.
• Lead the preparation and submission of grant applications, including technical documentation, budgets, business cases, work plans, and supporting materials.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams during application preparation and funded project execution.
• Track project progress against funding commitments, milestones, budgets, and deliverables.
• Manage reporting obligations toward funding authorities, including technical and financial reports, audits, inspections, and monitoring activities.
• Build and maintain relationships with funding agencies and public institutions such as NCBR, PARP, the European Commission, and financial institutions.
• Monitor changes in funding regulations, state aid requirements, and eligibility rules, providing guidance to internal stakeholders.
• Support compliance activities, ensuring adherence to grant agreements, cost eligibility requirements, and internal controls.
• Ensure funded projects are delivered on time, within budget, and in accordance with contractual obligations.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD degree in Engineering, Energy Systems, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Minimum 7 years of professional experience in project management, industrial projects, technology development, or manufacturing environments.
• Proven experience in identifying, securing, and managing public funding programs at national and/or European level.
• Demonstrated track record of successful grant applications and project delivery under funding schemes.
• Experience working within energy, battery, manufacturing, industrial, or technology sectors is highly desirable.
• Fluent English and Polish language skills, both written and spoken.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong understanding of the European and Polish public funding ecosystem.
• Expertise in grant writing, proposal development, budgeting, and project planning.
• Knowledge of public funding compliance, reporting requirements, and audit processes.
• Financial acumen, including cost tracking, budget management, and eligibility assessments.
• Familiarity with project management tools such as MS Project, Jira, and Confluence.
• Understanding of EU State Aid regulations and public procurement principles is considered an advantage.

What Makes You Successful

• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Strong ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear and compelling funding proposals.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Proactive, self-driven, and accountable for results.
• Comfortable working in a dynamic, fast-paced, and cross-functional environment.
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to build relationships across technical and business teams.

What We Offer

Opportunity to join a fast-growing and innovative technology company shaping the future of sustainable energy. A highly visible role with direct impact on securing strategic funding for breakthrough energy storage and industrialization projects. Opportunity to contribute to the growth of cutting‑edge battery and energy storage technologies across Poland and Europe. Professional development, training, and career growth opportunities within a rapidly expanding international organization. International, collaborative, and purpose‑driven work environment with exposure to key stakeholders across business, engineering, finance, and public institutions.

Benefits

• MyBenefit cafeteria platform with the option to convert points into a MultiSport card.
• SmartLunch meal benefit.
• Extended private healthcare package with Lux Med.
• Benefits available through the Company Social Benefits Fund (ZFŚS).
• A supportive, entrepreneurial culture that values ownership, innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Opportunity to work alongside experienced professionals driving the next generation of energy and battery solutions.

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.

Founded in 2015 in Silicon Valley, California, Lyten is transforming the future of energy and materials innovation to build a stronger, more resilient world. Our breakthrough innovation, Lyten 3D Graphene™, is a brand‑new supermaterial that enables the creation of products that perform better and cost less.

Lyten is rapidly scaling operations across the U.S. and Europe. Our lithium–sulfur (Li‑S) batteries—free from nickel, manganese, cobalt, and graphite—deliver higher energy density and lighter weight while enabling a more secure, independent supply chain and a next‑generation alternative to traditional lithium‑ion chemistry.

The acquisition of Northvolt’s assets in California, Poland, Sweden, and Germany has established a strong foundation for Lyten’s global energy storage growth, including Europe’s largest Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) manufacturing facility.

Beyond battery systems, Lyten’s platform technology extends to high‑performance concrete admixtures, advanced composites, adhesives, and sensors, redefining material performance across industries from automotive and aerospace to construction and defense.

Lyten has raised over $625 million in equity and received support from the U.S. Export‑Import Bank to provide up to $650 million in financing for international customer energy storage projects.

Recognized as one of Fast Company’s “Most Innovative Energy Companies,” one of TIME’s “Top Green Technology Companies,” and a Silicon Valley Defense Group Top 100 National Security Company, Lyten is leading the next wave of high‑performance materials and energy systems that enhance energy security and supply chain resilience.

Our lithium‑sulfur batteries have been selected to power Chrysler’s Halcyon Concept EV.

Behind every Lyten innovation is a world‑class team of scientists, engineers, and business leaders from some of the most respected technology, energy, and manufacturing companies — all united by a shared mission to make a lasting global impact.

We’re entering an exciting growth phase — expanding production, launching new products, and hiring exceptional talent across engineering, operations, manufacturing, and commercialization.

If you’re ready to shape the next era of advanced materials and product innovation — while working alongside some of the brightest minds in science and engineering — join Lyten and help us build the next industrial revolution.