Manufacturing Engineer (Material Flow - Formation & Ageing)

Lyten Ett AB; Skellefteå kommun; On-site; SEK 499,001 - 720,780; Full time

Job summary

Lyten Ett AB based in Skellefteå, Sweden, seeks a Manufacturing Engineer to spearhead process equipment commissioning and optimize production within a cutting-edge battery cell facility. The ideal candidate should possess a bachelor's degree in engineering and have at least three years of experience in manufacturing environments.

This role requires strong technical skills, a commitment to safety, and a collaborative approach to improve manufacturing processes. Familiarity with lean principles and the ability to work in high-pressure scenarios are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of relevant work experience in production or engineering-related roles.
• Hands-on experience in equipment commissioning and optimization.
• Experience working to industry standards including ISO and IATF.

Responsibilities

• Lead process equipment commissioning and facilitate production ramp-up.
• Monitor and improve production KPIs to maximize yield and performance.
• Train and mentor new engineers and operators.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Process Optimization

Lean Manufacturing

Troubleshooting

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, electrical, or chemical engineering

Tools

Computerised Maintenance Management System (CMMS)

Microsoft Dynamics 365

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.

Job Scope

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.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Identify 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 work instructions, PFMEAs, commissioning checklists, project timelines, and 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.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’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 and 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, and VDA.
• Experience with statistical process control and process capability analysis.
• Experience working with preventive maintenance strategies and Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) concepts within a production environment.
• Experience in spare part prioritisation and stock optimisation, balancing equipment availability with cost efficiency.

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.
• Proficient in the use of a Computerised Maintenance Management System (CMMS) for work order management, equipment data, and maintenance reporting.
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 is advantageous.
• Excellent English skills, both written and oral, are essential. Basic Swedish and other language skills are a plus.
• Good communication skills and the ability 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.