Staff Battery Material Process Engineer

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Company: Lyten, Inc.

We are leading a materials revolution. At Lyten, we’re not just developing advanced supermaterials, we’re about to change the world as we know it. Our team is at the forefront of a fundamental transformation that will impact nearly every industry, making a massive global improvement.

Our mission is to achieve gigaton-scale decarbonization impact, and we’re building a new ecosystem of decarbonization applications to make it a reality. With Lyten 3D Graphene™, we’re pushing the boundaries of what’s possible by improving energy storage, developing stronger and lighter plastics, and creating advanced sensors that can detect beyond today’s limits.

Join our team and be a part of something bigger than yourself. We need a diverse set of perspectives and expertise to take on some of the world’s toughest scientific, engineering, and commercial challenges while also having a fun and rewarding career! Are you ready to take on this challenge? Apply now and help us scale Lyten 3D Graphene™ into all of its many potential applications and be a part of this groundbreaking transformation.

We’re looking for passionate and talented individuals who want to work at Lyten and help create a brighter future for generations to come!

The position will be expected to:
• Develop chemical processes for cathode active materials. Work with raw material teams upstream and product teams downstream on a weekly basis.
• Mentor and train technicians and junior engineers to run processes, develop spec limits and analyze data. Develop process-property correlations and continuously improve processes and/or formulations.
• Interface with the metrology team for sample submission and co-ordination.
• Drive suppliers towards material and tool development and design out of the box hardware solutions where off the shelf solutions do not exist.
• Develop/modify operating procedures and research reports
• Have excellent verbal and communication skills to provide technical presentations to upper management.
• Always observe all safety procedures and wear required protective equipment

Required Qualifications:
• At least 6+ years of industry experience.
• Advanced degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science or related field
• Deep understanding of process development, battery materials and powder processing.
• Hands-on experience in process integration and demonstrated ability to drive proof of concept into manufacturable process.
• Experience with scaling up chemical processing into large commercial applications. Battery manufacturing expertise preferred.
• Able to interpret engineering documents related to equipment installation, such as P&ID, datasheets, control logic.
• Understanding of powder rheology and experience with bulk powder handling and conveying.
• Proficiency in reviewing and analyzing large data sets through known correlation methods.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively to a variety of senior stakeholders, including presentations.

Preferred Qualifications:
• Scale-up of high temperature processing, dispersions, blending and spray-drying equipment.
• Interfacing with local and international suppliers. Proficiency in Japanese.
• Prior experience with FAT, SAT of tools. Interfacing with cross-functional teams on equipment install (i.e. facilities, controls).

Physical Requirements:
• This role will require long periods of standing in a laboratory environment.
• The employee will be required to use his or her hands for lab inst
• Must pass a respirator fitment test.
• Required chem-/bio-safety training upon hiring.
• Ability to lift, push, pull, and/or move objects up to 20 lbs.

Compensations Range:

The expected base salary range for this position is between
$141,100.00 – $211,700.00
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.

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.

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

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