Lyten
Sr Cell Design Engineer
San Jose, CA · Senior
Sponsorship not specified$128k-$192kDetected 51 days ago
PythonMATLABData AnalysisStatisticsExcelSupply ChainSolidWorksMechanical DesignLeadershipCommunicationCollaborationTolerance Analysis
About the role
- Together, these innovations are making a massive global improvement and driving real-world impact across energy, mobility, construction, and defense.
- 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 generally do not negotiate on salary once we have made an offer.
Responsibilities
- Lead design and release of pouch cell assembly drawings, specifications, CAD models, and BOMs
- Own electrode layout, stack architecture, and mechanical containment design
- Drive design-for-manufacturability and scale-up readiness
- Lead DFMEA/PFMEA, tolerance stack-up, and engineering change management
- Translate manufacturability into robust design rules
- Lead DOE planning and statistical analysis to optimize performance
- Drive root-cause analysis and corrective actions
- Collaborate cross-functionally with manufacturing, quality, and supply chain
- Support supplier technical reviews and cost reduction initiatives
- Join a team of talented, friendly, and down-to-earth innovators who support, challenge, and inspire one another every day.
Requirements
- Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
- Experience with PLM/PDM systems
- Knowledge of statistical process control (SPC)
- Strong understanding of pouch cell architecture, cell electrochemistry and battery performance trade-offs
- Required Skills/
- MSc in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or related field
- 3+ years hands on experience in cell design working in the high volume battery manufacturing industry
- Proficient in CAD design (SolidWorks preferred)
- Proficient in data analysis tools (Python, R, MATLAB, Excel)
- Understanding of battery quality control methods (Hi-Pot, dimensional analysis, CT scans, weld testing, leak testing, etc.)
- Experience working with cross-functional NPI or pilot builds in a fast-paced environment.
Skills
- Thrive in an environment that celebrates ingenuity, optimism, and meaningful progress - together.
Compensation
- 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:
Benefits
- This compensation and benefits information is based on Lyten's estimate as of the date of publication and may be modified in the future.
- 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)
- 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.
Company info
- Experience a workplace built on trust, respect, and shared success - where collaboration fuels breakthroughs and everyone's ideas are heard.
- Be part of a fast-moving company entering a commercial growth phase, with opportunities to lead, learn, and make your mark.
Equal opportunity
- Lyten is an equal opportunity employer.
- EEO Employer/Vet/Disabled.
- 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.
Visa & Work Authorization
- 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
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