Graphene Production Associate Engineer

Posted:
11/7/2024, 4:00:00 PM

Location(s):
Urbana, Illinois, United States ⋅ Illinois, United States

Experience Level(s):
Junior

Field(s):
Mechanical Engineering

Workplace Type:
Remote

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!


 

Roles and Responsibilities:

  • Operate carbon growth and post-processing equipment at the direction of team engineers and scientists and harvest carbon as required.
  • Perform routine maintenance on all process equipment.
  • Ability to do electrical and mechanical repairs/modifications and contribute to new equipment builds.
  • Comfortable working on rapid turnaround projects.
  • Responsible for lab cleanliness with the Lab Manager.

What you can expect:

  • Highly diverse projects on a high technical level.
  • An active and enthusiastic team.
  • Co-creation of an international successful company.
  • A modern workplace.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., chemistry (molecular) (electrical), materials science, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, and chemical engineering, computer science)
  • Minimum of 1 year of industry specific experience or a minimum of 1 internship related to field.
  • Strong process development capability with quality, cost, and throughput considerations.
  • Strong technical problem-solving skills.
  • Must have excellent English written and oral communication skills
  • Strong organizational, multitasking, and time management skills with ability to independently execute priorities to meet deadlines.
  • Position requires working in both laboratory and office environment in addition to collaborating with teams in remote locations.
  • Strong integrity and interpersonal skills, with a collaborative style that earns the respect of peers, subordinates, and clients.

Physical Requirements:

  • Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time.
  • Able to move boxes weighing up to 30 pounds across the office for various needs.
  • Spends time in noisy environments.

Compensations Range:

The expected base salary range for this position is between

$31.35 - $47.02

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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