Process Engineer Intern

DescriptionWe are a fast-growing advanced materials company located in San Jose, CA, and we're looking for talented people who want to help us make a lasting impact on the world. Lyten has developed a breakthrough technology to custom design and manufacture Lyten 3D Graphene™, a platform of carbon-based materials that has the promise to transform many industries. Imagine helping to transform the transportation industry to become more electric and reduce emissions in our atmosphere with a safer and more powerful battery platform. Imagine helping to develop new types of plastic materials that are stronger yet also weigh less, helping to reduce fuel costs in the shipping and logistics industry. Imagine building a chemical sensor that can better detect off-gasses or dangerous chemicals in order to save lives. With so much possibility, would you like to help make the world a better place? Job Summary:This is a very hands-on position requiring equipment setup, modifications, and operations. The Intern will be responsible for executing assigned tasks in a research environment involving high-temperature reactors, furnaces, solids separation/handling equipment, and other processing tools for the development of Lyten's advanced materials.    Job Responsibilities:Hands-on contributor to advace technology development of thermal and microwave reactor processesPerform routine maintenance and minor troubleshooting of production equipmentWork on a cross-functional teams within a university setting or in an industrial setting (i.e. internship)Under supervision from senior engineer perform DOE experiments with both thermal and microwave reactors.Maintain accurate and detailed documentation of production runs and deviations in appropriate information management systems and batch recordParticipate in continuous improvement process, identify processing gaps and help implement new technologiesExcellent  verbal and written communication skillsExcellent organizational skills and attention to detailRequired Qualifications:Enrollment in Mechanical, Materials or Chemical Engineering or the equivalent academic programs.1 yr Experience working in handson environment. 1 yr Experience with Solidworks or similar type of modelling software. 1 yrs Experience with statistical analysisPreferred Qualifications:BS degree in Mechanical, Materials, Chemical Engineering2 yrs experience with Computer Aided Design software e.g., Solidworks,2 yrs experience with Statistical Software e.g., JMP, MinitabPhysical Requirements:This role will require long periods of standing in a laboratory environment.The employee will be required to use his or her hands for lab instrument operation.Must pass a respirator fitment test.Required chem-/bio-safety training upon hiring.Ability to lift, push, pull, and/or move objects up to 20 lbs.Compensation:The expected base salary range for this position is between $35-40 per hour.  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.  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've 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.We are 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 disability. EEO Employer/Vet/Disabled.Principals only; third party or agency submitted candidates will not be considered.

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