Maintenance Technician

Lyten Labs AB; Västerås kommun; On-site; SEK 340,467 - 486,381; Full time

Job summary

Lyten Labs AB is hiring a Maintenance Technician in Västerås, Sweden, focusing on safe and reliable operation of critical tools and equipment in production. The role includes preventive and corrective maintenance, incident handling, and contributing to improvement initiatives.

Ideal candidates will have technical education or equivalent experience and hands-on knowledge in maintenance of mechanical and electrical systems. Join a forward-thinking company where collaboration and innovation are key to success.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret equipment documents (E-schematics, Mechanical drawings).
• Experience with maintenance of production equipment or similar industries.
• Familiarity with clean/dry-room environments.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on tools and equipment.
• Support incident handling, fault-finding, and emergency repairs.
• Collaborate with contractors and suppliers for quality ensures.

Skills

Technical education in maintenance

Knowledge of mechanical, electrical, or automation systems

Communication skills in English

Problem-solving skills

Basic computer skills (CMMS, MS Office)

Education

Technical education or equivalent work experience

Job description

Maintenance Technician

Maintenance Technician is responsible for the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of critical tools and equipment in production. The role ensures that tools and equipment are maintained at high standards to support production and workplace safety.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on tools and equipment as well as troubleshooting.
• Conduct regular inspections and monitoring to ensure systems operate within safe and optimal parameters.
• Support incident handling, fault‑finding, and emergency repairs to minimize downtime.
• Execute maintenance tasks according to work orders, SOPs, and safety standards (LoTo, risk assessments, permits‑to‑work).
• Assist in upgrades, modifications, and commissioning of new tools and equipment from a technician perspective.
• Collaborate with contractors and suppliers, ensuring quality and compliance in outsourced maintenance work.
• Keep accurate records of performed maintenance, spare parts used, and system performance.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives to enhance reliability, energy efficiency, and safety.

Requirements

• Technical education in maintenance (or equivalent work experience).
• Knowledge and hands‑on experience with mechanical, electrical, or automation systems related to tools and equipment (Electrical, mechanical, pneumatic and PLC systems).
• Ability to read and interpret equipment documents (E‑schematics, Mechanical drawings, P&IDs).
• Experience with maintenance of production equipment or similar experience from other relevant industries (i.e., aviation, rail, semicon, automotive) is also beneficial.
• Communicate verbal and written English.
• Safety‑oriented mindset, familiar with LoTo, permits‑to‑work, and industrial safety standards.
• Familiarity with clean/dry‑room environments (preferred).
• Problem‑solving skills with ability to work both independently and in a team.
• Basic computer skills (CMMS, MS Office).

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.