Process Engineer Intern

Process Engineer Intern Design and execute process development experiments for Lyten's anode manufacturing processes.

Location:

San Jose, California, United States

Compensation: $25 - 32 USD / hour

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.

Lyten is an advanced materials company developing revolutionary next-generation battery cell chemistry. We are seeking a highly motivated Process Engineer Intern to join our Advanced Anode Team this summer. This role offers a fast-paced, hands‑on environment where you will gain experience in industry‑standard process development while applying your engineering skills to solve real-world scale‑up challenges at Lyten's San Jose facility.

As an intern, you will work closely with the anode engineering team to design and execute experiments, develop standard operating procedures (SOPs), and drive continuous process improvements. We are looking for students with strong technical foundations, a data‑driven mindset, and a proactive attitude who are excited to contribute and learn in a dynamic R&D environment.

• Design, execute, and own process development experiments.
• Identify process issues and key failure modes; initiate root cause analysis.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to implement corrective actions and process improvements.
• Collect, analyze, and document experimental data; communicate findings clearly and efficiently.
• Develop and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) for anode processes.
• Summarize project outcomes and present results at the end‑of‑internship internal conference.

• Pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree, or advanced degree in Materials Science and Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemistry, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering.
• Previous internship or hands‑on experience in a similar technical environment is preferred.
• Familiarity with statistical analysis tools such as Python, R, or JMP.
• Experience with Solid Works or other CAD software is a plus.
• Comfortable working in an R&D and prototype‑development environment.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and a data‑driven approach to problem‑solving.
• Self‑motivated, quick learner, and willing to take initiative in a fast‑paced setting.
• Understanding battery science and engineering fundamentals is preferred.

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to stand and work in a dry room environment for up to 6 hours per day.

The expected base salary range for this position is between $25.00 - $32.00. 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.

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).

Lyten is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin,…