Electrolyte Technician

Lyten; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

Dental

Vision

401K

Equity

Paid holidays

PTO

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Lyten is seeking an Electrolyte Technician to prepare and QC advanced liquid electrolytes for Li-S battery development. You will collaborate with R&D scientists, maintain glove boxes and QC tools, and assist in post-test analyses from lab-scale to pilot cell fabrication.

The role requires hands-on electrolyte work, familiarity with electrochemical testing, and strong documentation in a fast-paced environment. Competitive compensation and benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• Experience in Li-S or Li-ion battery materials development and testing.
• Hands-on electrolyte development and cell fabrication.
• Electrochemical testing methods experience (EIS, CV, GITT/PITT).
• Ability to work in glovebox and dry room environments.

Responsibilities

• Hand-mix a variety of liquid electrolytes in glove box following SOPs to support R&D and pilot cell fabrication.
• Run QC measurements on prepared electrolytes and maintain QC equipment.
• Support post-test cell disassembly for failure analysis and characterization.
• Maintain a lab notebook with clear, organized records.
• Manage inventory of chemicals and lab consumables.
• Schedule and perform regular glove box maintenance.
• Follow safety rules and LEAN/5S practices.
• Maintain a clean, orderly work area.

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. Together, these innovations are making a massive global improvement and driving real-world impact across energy, mobility, construction, and defense.

At Lyten, we believe the most meaningful careers begin with purpose — and with people who want to make a difference. We’re not just developing advanced supermaterials — we’re about to change the world as we know it, reshaping how energy is stored, how products are built, and how progress is made.

We’re entering an exciting growth phase, scaling production across the U.S. and Europe and expanding our team of engineers, scientists, and innovators.

We are looking for a hands-on, detail-oriented Electrolyte Technician to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for the safe preparation, mixing, and quality control of advanced liquid electrolytes used in next-generation Lithium‑Sulfur (Li‑S) battery development. You will work closely with R&D scientists and engineering teams to assist in formulating novel electrolyte mixtures, maintaining glove box systems and QC instrumentation, and supporting post-test cell failure analysis from lab-scale experimentation to pilot cell fabrication.

• Hand-mix a variety of liquid electrolytes in glove box, following established standard operating procedure (S.O.P.) and ensure electrolytes are prepared timely and properly in support of Lyten’s R&D and Pilot cell fabrication efforts.
• Run QC measurements on liquid electrolytes prepared, and maintain and calibrate QC equipment.
• Support failure analysis efforts with post-test cell disassembly in glove box, followed by physical, compositional, or electrochemical characterization, as instructed by engineers and scientists.
• Maintain an accurate and well-organized lab notebook.
• Manage inventory of chemicals and lab consumables
• Schedule and run regular maintenance procedures on glove boxes
• Follow all established safety rules and regulations and utilize required safety equipment
• Maintain work area in a clean and orderly condition in accordance with 5S and LEAN manufacturing principles

Required Qualifications:

• · Associate/Bachelor’s degree (unrelated field) AND 5+ years of experience in R&D or low volume manufacturing OR 1+ years of experience with significant responsibilities at a high-volume cell manufacturing facility.
• · Demonstrated knowledge in Li-S battery and/or Li-ion battery materials, synthesis, testing, and analysis
• · Experience in electrochemical analysis/failure analysis/electrolyte development and cell fabrication
• · Hands‑on experience in electrochemical testing methodologies such as Arbin/Maccor/Bio-Logic testing systems and techniques including EIS, CV, GITT/PITT, etc.
• · Strong Knowledge of organic liquids and their interface with a lithium anode, characterization techniques such as GC‑MS, FTIR, XPS, SEM, etc
• · An aptitude to work as an active team member, learning new things, and a keen eye for improving cell performance
• · Self‑taught, self‑motivated and work as a team in a competitive environment
• · Ability to advance multiple projects in a fast‑paced multidisciplinary environment

Physical Requirements:

• · Be able to work in glovebox and dry room environment: <1.0% Relative Humidity.
• · Be able to lift up to 40 pounds

Compensations Range:

The expected base salary range for this position is between

$34.81 - $52.21

The level of pay within the range will depend on a variety of job-related factors that may include location, relevant prior experience and/or education, or particular skills and expertise.

In addition to base pay this position is eligible for tier based bonus and equity, healthcare, dental, vision, corporate discounts, paid holidays, PTO and sick time, 401K, employee relocation plan (if applicable)

Export/ITAR Compliance Disclosure:

Certain positions within Lyten, Inc. require compliance with export control laws and, as a result, all interviewed candidates will be screened pre-interview to determine their eligibility in light of export restrictions.

This position requires access to technology, software and other information that is subject to governmental access control restrictions, due to export controls. Employment in this position is conditioned on the continued availability of government authorization to authorize release of such items, to the extent required, including without limitation an export license, or other documentation required to establish authorization to receive access to such items. Company may delay commencement of employment, rescind an offer of employment, terminate employment, and/or may modify job responsibilities, compensation, benefits, and/or access to Company facilities and information systems, as Company deems appropriate, in order to ensure compliance with applicable government access control restrictions.

Lyten is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability. EEO Employer/Vet/Disabled.

Principals only; third party or agency submitted candidates will not be considered.

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.
• 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.