Senior Cell Design Engineer

Lyten; Västerås kommun; On-site; SEK 725,400 - 948,600; Full time

Job summary

Lyten is seeking a Senior Cell Design Engineer for its R&D team in Västerås, Sweden. In this pivotal role, you will lead the design and development of next-generation lithium-ion battery cells, ensuring innovative solutions for energy storage.

Your expertise will drive cell design strategies, optimize material selection, and guide technical developments. Join a dynamic team dedicated to redefining the future of energy and materials innovation at Lyten.

Qualifications

• PhD or MSc in chemical engineering, electrochemistry, chemistry, material science, or engineering.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in the automotive industry.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in lithium-ion battery cell design and development.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of lithium-ion battery cells for various applications.
• Develop and optimize cell architecture and electrode design.
• Evaluate cell performance through testing and data analysis.

Skills

Strong knowledge of lithium-ion battery materials

Project management

Technical problem-solving

Statistical analysis

English communication

Education

PhD or MSc in a relevant field

Job description

Senior Cell Design Engineer – Lyten Sweden

Lyten Sweden is seeking a talented Senior Cell Design Engineer to our R&D team in Västerås. In this role you will lead the design and development of current and next-generation lithium-ion battery cells, supporting both product innovation and customer programs. The role is responsible for defining cell design strategies, executing development projects, and driving technical solutions from concept to commercialization.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of lithium-ion battery cells for ESS, EV, and other applications.
• Develop and optimize cell architecture, electrode design, and material selection to achieve performance, energy density, lifetime, and cost targets.
• Define development strategies and DOE to support cell development and validation activities.
• Evaluate cell performance, reliability, and manufacturability through testing, analysis, and data-driven development.
• Support scale-up activities and ensure design compatibility with manufacturing processes.
• Lead technical development projects and coordinate cross-functional activities across R&D, manufacturing, quality, and program teams.
• Serve as the primary technical interface for customers and support customer development programs from concept to qualification.
• Drive battery development roadmaps and deliver project milestones aligned with customer and business requirements.

Qualifications and Experience

• PhD or MSc in chemical engineering, electrochemistry, chemistry, material science, or engineering.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in the automotive industry.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in lithium-ion battery cell design and development.
• Extensive experience in cell design and development of Li-ion cells.
• Extensive experience in battery prototyping, validation, and scale‑up activities.
• Working knowledge of lithium-ion battery manufacturing and mass production processes.
• Working experience with OEM projects for Li-ion battery cell/module business.
• Experience leading technical activities for customer‑facing development programs.
• Strong background from a technical culture and proven engineering excellence.

Specific Skills

• Strong knowledge of lithium-ion battery materials, electrode design, and cell architecture.
• Experience with DOE, statistical analysis, and data-driven development methodologies.
• Excellent project management and technical problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication skills in English, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work effectively under tight timelines and changing priorities.

Personal Success Factors

• Strong leadership and decision‑making skills.
• Ability to drive technical development activities and deliver project milestones.
• Excellent collaboration and stakeholder management capabilities.
• Results‑oriented mindset with a focus on quality and execution.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, international environment.

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.

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.