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Sr. Technician, Anode

Lyten · San Jose, CAtoday
$88k – $131kfrom the posting

Associate-level Manufacturing / Production roles on Crosslinked list a median of $72k (10 that show pay).

Operate pilot-scale equipment to fabricate lithium metal anode foils and alloy formulations for Li-S batteries

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Worth knowing

Why it is interesting. Hands-on with reactive lithium metal in dry rooms and gloveboxes, scaling from bench to pilot line at a fast-growing battery materials company.

Might not be for you. Technician role with heavy equipment operation and strict safety protocols; not an R&D scientist position.

Mostly at the benchHands-on execution First industry roleBS acceptable

Adjacent materials roleProduce lithium metal anode foils and alloy formulations; operate extruder, rolling mills, furnaces; roll-to-roll pilot line

H-1B filings

Lyten filed 3 H-1B labor applications for scientist and engineer roles from Jan to Dec 2025.

Most common titles: Senior Manufacturing Quality Assurance Engineer, Staff Automation Controls Engineer, Senior Battery Engineer for Testing. Median filed pay: $129K a year.

From U.S. Department of Labor disclosure data. A filing is a record of past hiring, not a promise about this role, so confirm sponsorship with the employer. Titles and filed pay ·Every employer's filings

Seniority
Technician
Work
On-site
Type
Full-time
Degree
Associate
Experience
1+ yrs
Industry
Energy
Role
Manufacturing / Production
Relocation
Offered
Materials
lithium metal2 roleslithium alloyslithium metal anode foils
Techniques
Benefits
equityrelocation plan

Role details

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.

We are looking for a hands-on, detail-oriented

Sr Technician - Anode

to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for the safe operation of processing and manufacturing equipment used to develop lithium metal anode materials for next-generation Lithium-Sulfur (Li-S) batteries. You will work closely with engineering teams to assist in fabricating new lithium alloy formulations, scaling up manufacturing processes from the lab to the pilot line, and ensuring strict quality control.

Job Responsibilities

  • Safely perform wet chemical synthesis operations to prepare precursors, solutions, or materials required for lithium alloy development.
  • Safely operate and maintain specialized lab and pilot-scale equipment, including high-temperature furnaces, mixing equipment, extruder, and rolling mills.
  • Produce high-purity, high-quality lithium metal anode foils and alloy formulations according to engineering specifications.
  • Assist engineers in transitioning lithium metal processing from a laboratory bench scale to a roll-to-roll pilot manufacturing line.
  • Execute DOE for fabrication and testing of new anode materials.
  • Perform standard inspection and quality control checks on raw lithium materials and finished electrodes to ensure consistency.
  • Strictly follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) and safety protocols for dry room environments and reactive metal handling. Accurately log process data and equipment parameters.

Required Qualifications

  • Associate/Bachelor's degree (unrelated field) AND 5+ years of experience in R&D or low volume manufacturing OR 1+ years of experience with significant responsibilities at a high-volume cell manufacturing facility.
  • Demonstrated experience with wet chemical synthesis operations, including safe handling of chemicals, solvents, solution preparation, and reaction monitoring.
  • Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and experience operating processing equipment (e.g., extruders, rolling mills, furnaces, or automated assembly lines).
  • Strong manual dexterity and experience working in controlled environments (e.g., gloveboxes, dry rooms, or cleanrooms).
  • A proven track record of adhering to strict safety protocols, particularly regarding hazardous materials or reactive chemistry.
  • Knowledge of industrial lithium foil process: lithium purification, lithium metal ingot casting, metal foil extrusion, foil rolling and cladding.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Direct experience handling raw lithium metal, lithium purification, or ingot casting.
  • Familiarity with roll-to-roll (R2R) manufacturing equipment or web-handling systems.
  • Experience of setting up large roll to roll manufacturing equipment and trouble-shoot.
  • Basic knowledge of Li metal battery components.
  • Experience using basic characterization tools (thickness gauges, optical microscopes, etc.).

Physical Requirements

Be able to work in glovebox and dry room environment: <1.0% Relative Humidity.- Be able to lift up to 40 pounds

Compensations Range

The expected base salary range for this position is between

$42.12 - $63.17

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. IMPORTANT: Please be aware that fictitious job openings, consulting engagements, solicitations, interviews or employment offers may be circulated on the Internet in an attempt to obtain privileged information, or to induce you to pay a fee for services related to recruitment or training. Lyten Does NOT charge any application, processing, or training fee at any stage of the recruitment or hiring process.

We Do NOT use any messaging apps to recruit or communicate at any time during the recruiting process. Links to the actual job posting will be provided in the email, please verify the position is posted prior to communicating. All genuine job openings will be posted on our careers page and all communications will be from the recruiting team and will be from a @lyten.com email address .

Principals only; third party or agency submitted candidates will not be considered.

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.

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Common questions

What is the salary for the Sr. Technician, Anode role at Lyten?

The listed annual base salary range is $88K–$131K. This figure is taken from the posting itself.

Does Lyten sponsor H-1B visas?

Lyten has filed H-1B petitions with the US Department of Labor in past years, but this specific posting does not explicitly mention sponsorship for the Sr. Technician, Anode role. Confirm with the employer before applying if visa support is required.

Where is the Sr. Technician, Anode role at Lyten based?

This role is based in San Jose, CA.

What degree is required for the Sr. Technician, Anode role at Lyten?

The posting accepts the following combinations: Associate + 5 years, BS + 5 years, High school + 1 year.

How many years of experience does this Sr. Technician, Anode role require?

The posting calls for at least 1 years of relevant experience.

What polymers or materials does this Sr. Technician, Anode role work with?

lithium metal, lithium alloys.

What techniques or methods are required for this Sr. Technician, Anode role?

wet chemical synthesis, thickness gauges.