Lyten
Quality Engineer
San Jose, CA
Sponsorship not specified$106k-$159kDetected 35 days ago
PythonData AnalysisData VisualizationStatisticsJiraConfluenceSEMProcess ImprovementMass SpectrometryCommunicationCollaborationProblem SolvingMentoringLean Manufacturing
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.
- This role bridges production, engineering, and quality with a focus on ownership of production lines, problem-solving, statistical analysis, and process innovation.
Responsibilities
- Lead structured investigations using 5Why, Fishbone, and DOE methodologies.
- Document and communicate findings with clear corrective and preventive actions. Reporting & Data Analysis
- Develop and deliver weekly quality reports with data visualization (JMP, Tableau, or equivalent).
- Identify repetitive data tasks and implement automation using Python or R.
- Perform Gauge R&R and tolerance analyses
- Support cross-training between pouch and cylindrical lines to build scalable knowledge.
- Document and communicate findings with clear corrective and preventive actions.
- Actively engage to maintain QMS and Non-Conformance (NC) systems
- Develop, document and own control plans Innovation & Continuous Improvement
- Identify and lead innovation projects to improve process efficiency, reduce failure, or solve recurring issues.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, materials science, or related technical field.
- Minimum 2 years of experience in quality engineering
- Minimum 2 years in battery cell manufacturing and/or development
- Strong knowledge of DOE, SPC, FMEA, root cause analysis, and ISO 9001 systems.
- Proficiency with data analysis and visualization tools (JMP, Minitab, Tableau, or equivalent).
- Experience in Python or R for statistical analysis or automation.
- Must be able to sit, stand and use a computer for extended periods of time.
- Must be able to communicate effectively.
- Must be able to lift, up to 50 lbs.
- No physical limitations to wear personal protective equipment (PPE), including respirators when required.
Nice to have
- Experience in battery manufacturing (pouch, cylindrical, formation).
- Familiarity with MES/QMS systems (Eyelit, Confluence, Jira).
- Lean Six Sigma Black Belt or similar qualification
- Prior experience leading technicians or engineers.
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)
- Drive SOP creation and audits, ensuring full coverage of quality checks.
- 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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