Engineer Electrode Development

Lyten Labs AB; Västerås kommun; On-site; SEK 331,968 - 497,952; Full time

Job summary

Lyten Labs AB in Västerås is looking for an Engineer in the Electrode Development team. This role involves supporting slurry formulation, coating process development, and performing experiments for optimizing lithium-ion battery electrodes.

The ideal candidate will hold a relevant degree and have experience or academic exposure in electrode development. Key responsibilities include conducting experiments, data analysis, and maintaining lab equipment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Energy Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience in lithium-ion batteries or electrode development preferred.
• Foundational knowledge of electrode materials and manufacturing processes.
• Basic understanding of lab experiment protocols.
• Interest in battery or advanced materials with a willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Conduct experiments related to electrode slurry mixing and coating.
• Collect and analyze data from lab experiments.
• Assist in evaluating electrode performance.
• Operate and maintain lab equipment for fabrication.
• Prepare documentation for experiments and processes.

Skills

Lab-scale equipment handling

Microsoft Office proficiency

Statistical analysis skills

Technical document reading

Education

Bachelor's degree in Materials Science

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Energy Engineering

Job description

Overview

As an engineer in the Electrode Development team, the Engineer will support slurry formulation, coating process development, and experimental execution for performance optimization. This role contributes to the foundational work required for the development and mass production of lithium-ion battery electrodes.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct experiments related to electrode slurry mixing, coating, drying, and calendaring.
• Collect and analyze data from lab‑scale experiments and compile technical reports.
• Assist in the evaluation of electrode performance and suggest areas of improvement.
• Operate and maintain lab equipment used in electrode fabrication.
• Prepare documentation including experiment reports, process flow, and test summaries.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Energy Engineering, or a related field.
• Internship or academic project experience in lithium‑ion batteries or electrode development preferred.
• Foundational knowledge of electrode materials and manufacturing processes.
• Basic understanding of lab experiment protocols and data handling.
• Interest in battery or advanced material industries with a willingness to learn.

Specific Skills

• Basic proficiency in handling lab‑scale equipment (mixers, coaters, calenders, etc.).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) and basic data visualization.
• Basic statistical analysis and data interpretation skills.
• Ability to read and understand technical documents in English.

Personal Success Factors

• Proactive attitude toward problem‑solving and experimentation.
• High attention to detail and sense of responsibility.
• Effective communication and team collaboration skills.
• Willingness to grow and learn new technologies.