Senior Manufacturing Engineer (Material Flow - Formation & Ageing)

Lyten Ett AB; Skellefteå kommun; On-site; SEK 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

Lyten Ett AB in Västerbottens län is searching for a Senior Manufacturing Engineer responsible for the commissioning and optimization of manufacturing processes within their battery cell production facility. Your role involves leading initiatives to enhance production performance, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and promoting a culture of quality across the workforce.

The ideal candidate will hold a Master’s degree, possess at least 7 years of relevant experience, and demonstrate a successful history of process improvement in a fast-paced production environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years of experience in engineering-related roles.
• Proven track record of leading manufacturing process improvements.
• Hands-on experience in equipment commissioning and optimisation.

Responsibilities

• Lead process equipment commissioning and production ramp-up.
• Monitor and improve production KPIs.
• Train and mentor engineers and operators.

Skills

Mechanical systems knowledge

Electrical systems knowledge

Lean manufacturing principles

Root-causing analysis

Communication skills

Education

Master's degree in mechanical, electrical, or chemical engineering

Tools

Computerised Maintenance Management System (CMMS)

Microsoft Dynamics 365

Job description

Role Overview

The Senior 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.

A Senior Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for all aspects of their process machine including technical functionality, personnel interaction, recommended maintenance activities, and critical spares.

This role requires regular presence on the production floor.

Key Responsibilities

• Participate in HAZOP (Hazard & Operability Study) 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.
• Facilitate smooth transitions from commissioning to production ramp‑up and full‑scale manufacturing.
• 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 when required.
• Deliver a line capable of obtaining PPAP approval, following a structured quality gate model.
• Guide and mentor colleagues to industrial best practices, focusing on growth and development.
• Complete supplementary tasks as seen fit by management to utilize time and resources for the benefit of the business.

Requirements

Educational background and previous experience required for the role.

• Master’s degree in mechanical, electrical, or chemical engineering.
• Minimum of 7 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 & 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 & 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 OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness) metrics and their application in production environments.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and six sigma methodologies.
• Highly autonomous with a proactive mindset and work ethic.
• 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.
• Experience in coaching, upskilling, and mentoring engineers or technicians, with a demonstrable commitment to developing the technical capability of others within a production environment.
• Excellent English skills, both written and oral, are essential. Basic Swedish and other language skills are a plus.
• Good communication skills and 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.