Systems Engineer - Mechanical

Lyten, Inc.; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 116,600 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

Dental

Vision

401K

Paid holidays

Job summary

Lyten, Inc. is seeking a Systems Engineer - Mechanical in San Jose, California. This role involves leading engineering efforts from concept to productization, driving experiments and validating performance. Candidates should possess a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in engineering, strong skills in plasma-based systems, and a strong understanding of SolidWorks. The expected salary range is $116,600.00 - $175,000.00 with various benefits including healthcare and a tiered bonus system. Join us to contribute to meaningful innovations in energy and materials.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of related experience for Bachelor’s or 1 year for Master’s.
• Strong skills in system development from the ground up.
• Demonstrated knowledge of designing for safety and DfX.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering effort from concept to productization.
• Drive experiments, simulation efforts, and design feasibility studies.
• Generate specifications and documentation for new systems.

Skills

Plasma-based systems RF & microwave

Problem solving

Time and priority management

Communication

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks 3D CAD systems

CFD

Chemical kinetics simulations

Job description

Lyten is leading an industrial revolution through Lyten 3D Graphene(TM), 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.Apply now to join our team and be part of something bigger than yourself — where collaboration, creativity, and purpose come together to build the technologies that will define the next century.**Systems Engineer - Mechanical**We value our talented employees, and whenever possible strive to help one of our associates grow professionally before recruiting new talent to our open positions. If you think the open position, you see is right for you, we encourage you to apply!Our people make all the difference in our success.**Job Responsibilities:*** Lead engineering effort from concept to productization leveraging experience and acumen in hardware engineering, electrical control requirements, and chemical kinetics to propose innovative yet elegant solutions to achieve system goals.* Drive experiments, simulation efforts, and design feasibility studies to validate performance of functional design elements.* Work with a team of engineers and scientists from relevant departments to achieve results.* Generate specifications and documentation for new systems and third-party efforts.* Provide leadership and mentoring to junior engineers and technicians.* Hands-on transfer of processes to operations team.* Work with computational physics engineers and scientists to optimize system performance and mitigate system risks.* Solid understanding of design for safety (i.e., Semi S2, NFPA, etc.)* Interface with tool development partners and suppliers.**Qualifications:*** Bachelor’s degree in engineering + minimum of 3 years of related experience (semiconductor OEM, refinery, powder, nanomaterials, etc.) OR master’s degree in engineering. + minimum of 1 year of related experience (semiconductor OEM, refinery, powder, nanomaterials, etc.).* Strong skills and experience in plasma-based systems RF & microwave.* Working knowledge of SolidWorks 3D CAD systems, CFD, heat transfer, chemical kinetics simulations.* Proven record of system development from the ground up, vacuum systems, gas and liquid chemical delivery, extreme temperature design, gas-phase reactions, chemical vapor deposition.* Demonstrated knowledge and experience in applying analytical techniques to propose concepts, design of experiment or method, evaluate feasibility, characterize, and improve systems, and release high volume manufactured equipment.* Must demonstrate deep understanding of designing for safety and DfX.* Strong skills and experience in problem solving, time and priority management, communication, and project management is expected.* Good communication skills for interfacing with a multidiscipline technical team and present program updates, design reviews, test data, and NPI plans to upper management.**Physical Requirements:*** Able to lift 50 lbs.**Compensations Range:**The expected base salary range for this position is between$116,600.00 - $175,000.00The 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.**Disclosures:****Pay Transparency Disclosure:**This compensation and benefits information is based on Lyten’s estimate as of the date of publication and may be modified in the future. We generally do not negotiate on salary once we have made an offer. 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. New hires joining the company tend to be paid within the starting base pay range noted above, with opportunities to increase pay over time based on development of additional skills, competencies, and company-specific knowledge.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.****IMPORTANT: Please be aware that fictitious job openings, consulting engagements, solicitations, interviews or employment offers may be circulated on the Internet in an attempt to obtain privileged information, or to induce you to pay a fee for services related to recruitment or training. Lyten Does NOT charge any application, processing, or training fee at any stage of the recruitment or hiring process. We Do NOT use any messaging apps to recruit or communicate at any time during the recruiting process. Links to the actual job posting will be provided in the email, please verify the position is posted prior to communicating. All genuine job openings will be posted on our careers page and all communications will be from the recruiting team and will be from a @lyten.com email address**.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,