Sr Process Engineer – Formation

Lyten, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 116,600 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) plan

Paid holidays, PTO, and sick time

Job summary

Lyten, Inc. is seeking a Formation Process Engineer to manage process engineering for our pilot formation line in San Jose. This role involves leading experiments and ensuring technology transfer to high-volume production.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s degree and has at least 2 years of engineering experience. Responsibilities include owning formation processes, supporting teams, and training technicians. We offer competitive compensation, including a salary range of $116,600 – $175,000, plus various benefits.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of engineering experience involving electrical or electromechanical systems.
• Ability to converse confidently on cell manufacturing processes.
• Proficient in troubleshooting battery formation/testing equipment.

Responsibilities

• Own process engineering and technology transfer for pilot battery cell formation.
• Initiate root-cause analysis when new failure modes are discovered.
• Train technicians on formation operations and procedures.

Skills

Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

SQL

Statistical analysis software (R, JMP, Minitab)

Battery formation/testing equipment operation

GD&T and tolerance stack-up analysis

SolidWorks or CAD

Python

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

MACCOR

Arbin

NEWARE

Job description

Formation Process Engineer – Cell Manufacturing Engineering

Lyten is seeking a Formation Process Engineer for the Cell Manufacturing Engineering team. This fast‑paced role will own process engineering for our pilot formation line in San Jose, working closely with R&D and test teams to conduct experiments and lead technology transfer to pilot scales while maintaining strong relationships with the high‑volume scaling team.

Responsibilities

• Own process engineering and technology transfer for pilot battery cell formation.
• Initiate root‑cause analysis when an excursion or new failure mode is discovered.
• Support cross‑functional team members to solve root causes and implement resolutions.
• Scrape data from database systems to collect and report out on data.
• Own and maintain standard operating procedures for formation processes.
• Train technicians on formation operations and procedures.
• Develop project plans and effectively communicate status and findings at various levels of management.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical or mechanical engineering or equivalent experience.
• 2+ years of engineering experience involving electrical or electromechanical systems.
• Ability to converse confidently on all aspects of cell manufacturing from electrode through formation for at least one lithium‑based material system.
• Proficient in SQL and statistical analysis software (R, JMP, Minitab).
• Experience operating and troubleshooting battery formation / testing equipment & software (e.g., MACCOR, Arbin, NEWARE, etc.).
• Proficient in GD&T and tolerance stack‑up analysis.
• Proficiency in SolidWorks or CAD a plus.
• Proficiency in Python a plus.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
• Must be able to work in a lab standing up to 8 hours each day.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary range: $116,600 – $175,000 (further details are available upon interview).
• Eligible for tier‑based bonus and equity.
• Healthcare, dental, and vision coverage.
• Corporate discounts.
• Paid holidays, PTO, and sick time.
• 401(k) plan.
• Employee relocation plan (if applicable).

Compliance

Due to export control laws, candidates will be screened pre‑interview for eligibility with regard to export restrictions.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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.