Principal Engineer hos Lyten Sweden i Västerås
Definierar, skalar och optimerar tillverkningsprocesser för batteriteknik samt leder projekt från koncept till industrialisering. Kräver masterexamen eller doktorsexamen inom mekanisk design eller motsvarande samt minst 15 års erfarenhet av cellutveckling eller batteritillverkning.
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Inom yrkesgruppen Civilingenjörsyrken inom maskinteknik har de som jobbar i privat sektor i Östra Mellansverige i snitt 57 000 kr i månaden, varav 56 500 kr i grundlön. I hela landet, i privat sektor, tjänar hälften mellan 45 100 kr och 60 000 kr. Det är statistik för yrket, inte vad den här arbetsgivaren betalar.
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Arbetsgivaren
Lyten Sweden har annonserat 31 jobb det senaste året: 31 tillsvidareanställningar. Inom yrkesgruppen Civilingenjörsyrken inom maskinteknik har de annonserat 6 gånger de senaste två åren, den här annonsen inräknad.
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Principal Engineer - Manufacturing Engineering
Lyten Sweden is seeking a professional and experienced Principal Engineer withing Manufacturing Engineering function. The Principal Engineer is a senior technical leader responsible for defining, scaling, and optimizing manufacturing processes across one or multiple process areas. This role provides strategic direction, technical authority, and mentorship while driving the process development of next-generation battery technology. The Principal Engineer leads complex, high-impact initiatives from concept through industrialization, including process design, equipment strategy, and factory integration. Acting as a key interface between R&D, operations, quality, and external partners, the role ensures robust, scalable, and cost-efficient manufacturing solutions that support production ramp-up and long-term operational excellence. In addition to hands-on technical contribution, the Principal Engineer establishes engineering standards, drives cross-site alignment, and shapes the technology roadmap for manufacturing processes.
Key Responsibilities
- Technical Leadership & Strategy
Define and own process technology strategy and roadmap for assigned manufacturing areas.
Serve as the subject matter expert (SME) and technical authority across multiple process domains.
Establish engineering standards, best practices, and design guidelines across the organization.
Drive alignment between R&D, manufacturing, and supply chain to ensure scalable process development.
Process & Equipment Development
Lead the development of advanced process and equipment specifications for new and existing manufacturing systems.
Identify, evaluate, and select strategic equipment suppliers and technology partners.
Oversee and lead design reviews with equipment suppliers, ensuring technical rigor and scalability.
Provide guidance and oversight for process development from pilot through high-volume production.
Program & Project Leadership
Lead large-scale, complex equipment and process development projects with significant business impact.
Guide cross-functional project teams through all phases: concept, design, FAT, SAT, commissioning, validation, and ramp-up.
Act as escalation point for critical technical challenges across projects and sites.
Equipment Lifecycle Management
Provide leadership and governance for installation, commissioning, and validation (IQ/OQ/PQ) of manufacturing equipment.
Ensure lifecycle strategies are in place for equipment reliability, maintainability, and performance optimization.
Operational Excellence & Continuous Improvement
Identify and lead high-impact continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, and other methodologies.
Drive improvements in yield, throughput, cost, and overall equipment effectiveness (OEE).
Establish and track process capability metrics and KPIs across production lines and sites.
Troubleshooting & Advanced Problem Solving
Lead complex root cause analysis (RCA) efforts, including 8D and A3 methodologies, for critical process or equipment failures.
Provide hands-on expertise for resolution of escalated manufacturing challenges.
Implement robust corrective and preventive actions to eliminate recurrence.
Data Analysis & Digitalization
Leverage Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), advanced analytics, and statistical tools to monitor performance and drive optimization.
Champion data-driven decision-making and digital transformation initiatives within manufacturing engineering.
Governance & Documentation
Approve and govern process documentation, including SOPs, work instructions, and equipment documentation.
Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards across all processes.
Coaching & Mentorship
Mentor and develop process engineers, fostering technical growth and engineering excellence.
Promote knowledge sharing and capability building across the engineering organization.
Requirements
- Educational background and previous experience required for the role
Qualifications and Experience
University advanced degree (Ph.D. preferred) or Master degree Mechanical Design, or related field.
Minimum of 15 years in cell development or battery manufacturing engineering in senior technical roles
Proven track record in advanced cell technologies, including lithium-ion, solid-state, or next-gen battery chemistries.
Strong team management and mentorship abilities, with experience managing teams
Ability to set a clear vision and execute strategies that balance innovation with practical, scalable solutions.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with experience presenting to executive teams and stakeholders.
Able to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving industry, making data-driven decisions and adjusting strategies as needed.
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