Senior Automation Engineer
Lyten
Senior Automation Engineer
Lyten
Develops 3D graphene-based energy solutions
Lyten is leading an industrial revolution through Lyten 3D Graphene™, 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.
Job Scope
High level purpose of function.
ASeniorAutomation Engineer in a cell manufacturing company plays a key role in developing,optimizing, andmaintainingautomated production systems to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operations. Theyare responsible forprogramming, troubleshooting, and improving PLCs, robots, and other automated equipment, supporting both new production line installations and ongoing process improvements. The role also includes ensuringaccuratedata transfer, system connectivity, and smooth communication with cloud platforms to enable traceability, analysis, and digital integration. Close collaboration with production, engineering, and maintenance teamsis required toidentifyand implement solutions that improve quality, throughput, and equipment uptime. A strong focus is placed on continuous improvement, safety, and scalability to meet the growing demand for electric vehicle battery production.
Key Responsibilities
Overall areas of responsibilities and activities
Key responsibilities include (but are not limited to)
Participate in HAZOP sessions and ensure compliance with process safety, operational safety, and environmental standards relating to equipment control and programming.
Responsible for the FATs of the equipment(Project timeline dependent).
Lead automation system integration during equipment commissioning(Project timeline dependent).
Develop the automation systems that are to be implemented in the production andlogisticsequipment in the factory as well as the relevant specifications and documentation.
Author and review engineering design documentation (Specifications, Functional design, Logic diagrams, Test Cases, Test Records).
Train and mentor newengineers,andeducate other support functionson process control.
Code review and test of suppliers work within the projects tovalidatespecified functionality and to ensure the quality and reliability of the data transferred from the equipment to theupper levelsystems.
Participate in R&D activities forpiloting ofnew technologiesand their suitability to production environments.
Define and improve the factory blueprint, generalspecificationsand ways of working in collaboration with the extended automation and digitalization teams.(Project timeline dependent).
Contribute to technical improvements,developmentand optimization of software processes internally in the automation team
The role requires regular presence on the production floor.
Develop andmaintainautomation programming standards
Complete supplementary tasks asseenfit by management to effectivelyutilizetime andresourcefor the benefit of the business.
Guide and mentor colleagues to industrial best practices, focussing on growth and development.
Requirements
Educational backgroundandpreviousexperiencerequiredfor the role
Qualifications and Experience
MastersDegree in Electronics, Mechatronics, Electrical, Automation, Robotics, Software Engineering or similar.
Minimum of 7 years of relevant work experiencewithin Industrial Automation in process-driven or discrete manufacturing industries such as: Battery Cell, Automotive, Chemical, Paper, Semiconductors, Pharma, Food, Warehouses, etc.
Experience ofworking with sensors, instrumentation, servodrivesand motion technology.
Experience with PLC, SCADA,vision systems and CCDcameras and software,OPC connectivity and MES interfaces, especially using Siemens and/or Beckhoff systems.
Experience with industrial communication protocols and network architecture including designof control systems architecture and PLC code delivering the desired system functionality.
Experienced continuous improvement and root cause analysis.
Experience in writing technical documentation (Requirement specifications, Functional design, UML, Test Cases, Test Records).
Specific skills
Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
Knowledge of cybersecurity best practices for manufacturing systems.
Highly autonomous with a proactive mindset and work ethic.
Troubleshooting skills with diagnostic equipment.
Ability to document technical problems concisely.
Experience in coaching, upskilling, and mentoring engineers or technicians, with a demonstrable commitment to developing the technical capability of others within a production environment.
Excellent English skills, both written and oral, are essential. Basic Swedish and other language skills are a plus. You should havegood communicationskills and be able to work in close collaboration with colleagues from many different teams.
Ability to work within varying environments including clean-rooms and dry-rooms, while wearingappropriate PPE.
Comfortable operating in high-profile, international, and high-pressure environments.
A genuine technical interest and passionaboutworking within production is highly valued.
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, and materials innovation.
Cutting-edge innovation: Work on technologies at the intersection of materials science, energy storage, and advanced manufacturing that strengthen energy security and local supply chains.
Extraordinary people: Join a team of talented, friendly, and down-to-earth innovators who support, challenge, and inspire one another every day.
Teamwork and culture: Experience a workplace built on trust, respect, and shared success — where collaboration fuels breakthroughs and everyone’s ideas are heard.
Global impact: Help scale new materials and energy solutions that reinforce industrial resilience across the U.S. and Europe.
Career growth: Be part of a fast-moving company entering a commercial growth phase, with opportunities to lead, learn, and make your mark.
Purpose-driven values: Thrive in an environment that celebrates ingenuity, optimism, and meaningful progress — together.
Lyten offers the opportunity to do the most important work of your career — helping build the technologies that will power the next century of innovation.
Join us, and help transform industries, communities, and the planet with friends who share your drive to make a difference.
Lyten develops and applies 3D graphene materials to help heavy-emitting industries reduce their carbon emissions. It builds applications on a materials platform centered on 3D graphene and is advancing Lithium-Sulfur batteries to improve EV efficiency and affordability. It differentiates itself by partnering with Fortune 500 customers and building a scalable platform rather than relying on a single product, with support from strategic investors like FedEx, Stellantis, and Honeywell. Its goal is to help large emitters reach net-zero while preserving profitability and accelerate the global transition to clean energy through practical, scalable technology.
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