Process Development Engineer

Epishine AB

Are you an experienced expert in production process development, specialized in printing or coating, and ready to shape the next generation of manufacturing for breakthrough energy technology? At Epishine, we are not just building solar cells – we are redefining how electronics are powered. As we scale toward high-volume production, we are looking for a visionary Production Process Development Engineer to support the evolution of our roll-to-roll manufacturing process. This is your opportunity to combine strategic thinking with hands-on innovation in a fast-growing, purpose-driven scale-up.   About Epishine  Epishine is a Swedish energy impact company, reimagining the capture of light with market leading printed organic solar cells. Our technology captures indoor light to make electronics self-powered, making cables, disposable batteries and unnecessary maintenance a thing of the past. At Epishine, we foster a culture of collaboration, creativity and innovation where we encourage our employees to challenge the status quo and drive innovation. Our company is now growing and we are looking for more driven talents who want to grow and develop together with us! Go to www.epishine.com to read more about Epishine and our vision.    The mission In this role, you will be the driving force behind process innovation and stabilization of our coating and printing processes as we transition from development to high-volume production. You will work closely with our brilliant development team to: Shape and optimize printing and coating manufacturing processes for efficiency, scalability, and quality Lead procurement and commissioning of new machinery, including FAT planning and execution Run in new printing and coating machines and lead hand over to Operations Drive conceptual initiatives, turning ideas into robust production solutions Safeguard yield and performance, identifying key factors and implementing improvements Own process changes end-to-end, from planning to follow-up and continuous improvement This is a role where strategic vision meets practical execution, where you will influence long-term production strategy while staying close to the technology that makes it possible. You will be working from our headquarters in Linköping, where we have our offices, lab and production facilities. You will report to our CTO. Who are we looking for? You are a highly experienced professional with a strong technical foundation and a proven track record of delivering impactful process improvements. Specifically, you bring: A Master’s degree in Materials Science, Physics, Chemistry, Mechanical Engineering, or similar 10+ years of experience in production process development Demonstrated success in transferring development projects into production environments Experience in project management and leading complex, long-term improvement initiatives Experience in roll-to-roll printing and/or coating of functional materials. Flat bed screen printing, slot die meniscus coating, gravure printing or flexo printing experience are extra meriting. As a person, you build strong relationships through clear communication and collaboration, while confidently taking ownership of your work and driving processes forward. Complex challenges energize you - you analyze problems, break them down, and find smart solutions. Your structured approach keeps projects on track, and your curiosity helps you see opportunities from new angles. Above all, your genuine engagement and openness create trust and a positive atmosphere with those around you. Given that Epishine consists of teams with people from all over the world, it is also important that you can communicate fluently and comfortably in English. Do you feel like you do not tick all of the above boxes? Apply anyway, and we will assess if you fit into our team, either now or in the future! Application procedure Does this role sound exciting? Then apply today! We will start going through applications after summer. Starting date is flexible, but sooner rather than later. Good to know We use psychometric tests such as personality- and logic tests as part of our recruitment process As the role involves some work with thermoplastics, we require candidates to conduct a digital course as well as regular medical check-ups through our occupational health care provider

Epishine AB

Are you an experienced expert in production process development, ready to shape the next generation of manufacturing for breakthrough energy technology? As we scale toward high-volume production, we are looking for a visionary Production Process Development Engineer within conversion to support the evolution of our roll-to-roll manufacturing process. This is your opportunity to combine strategic thinking with hands-on innovation in a fast-growing, purpose-driven scale-up.   About Epishine  Epishine is a Swedish energy impact company, reimagining the capture of light with market leading printed organic solar cells. Our technology captures indoor light to make electronics self-powered, making cables, disposable batteries and unnecessary maintenance a thing of the past. At Epishine, we foster a culture of collaboration, creativity and innovation where we encourage our employees to challenge the status quo and drive innovation. Our company is now growing and we are looking for more driven talents who want to grow and develop together with us! Go to www.epishine.com to read more about Epishine and our vision.    The mission In this role, you will be the driving force behind process innovation and stabilization as we transition from development to high-volume production. Some of your responsibilities include: Leading the conversion of R&D developments into production-ready processes, ensuring new materials, device designs, and process steps are translated into stable roll-to-roll operations with defined process windows and control strategies. Industrializing concepts and pilot processes, moving from lab and pilot scale to full production through structured scale-up, risk mitigation, qualification, and ramp-up activities. Acting as the technical bridge between R&D, production, and equipment suppliers, aligning experimental intent with industrial constraints such as uptime, yield, throughput, and maintainability. Defining and implementing manufacturing-ready process architectures, including material flow, process sequencing, control philosophy, and acceptance criteria. Owning the introduction and conversion of new equipment into production, from technical specification and procurement through FAT/SAT, commissioning, process qualification, and handover to operations. Safeguarding yield and performance during and after conversion, identifying critical-to-quality parameters, implementing monitoring strategies, and ensuring early detection of drift or instability. Driving structured change management, owning process changes end-to-end—from planning and execution to follow-up, documentation, training, and continuous improvement.   This is a role where strategic vision meets practical execution, where you will influence long-term production strategy while staying close to the technology that makes it possible. You will be working from our headquarters in Linköping, where we have our offices, lab and production facilities. You will report to our CTO. Who are we looking for? You are a highly experienced professional with a strong technical foundation and a proven track record of delivering impactful process improvements. Specifically, you bring: A Master’s degree in Materials Science, Physics, Mechanical Engineering, or similar 10+ years of experience in production process development and industrialization, with a clear track record of converting development projects into stable, high-volume manufacturing Demonstrated success in technology transfer, including scaling processes, qualifying equipment, defining process windows, and establishing production control Project leadership skills, capable of driving complex, long-term conversion initiatives across R&D, operations, quality, and external suppliers Solid understanding of roll-to-roll plastic processing, either through hands-on experience or deep theoretical knowledge of web handling, coating, drying, lamination, and converting processes Preferably, experience with roll-to-roll processing of functional materials and/or printed electronics, including the challenges of multilayer structures, functional coatings, and sensitive materials Comfort operating in a developing market and evolving organization, where priorities shift and conversion paths must be adapted as technology matures.   As a person, you build strong relationships through clear communication and collaboration, while confidently taking ownership of your work and driving processes forward. Complex challenges energize you - you analyze problems, break them down, and find smart solutions. Your structured approach keeps projects on track, and your curiosity helps you see opportunities from new angles. Above all, your genuine engagement and openness create trust and a positive atmosphere with those around you. Given that Epishine consists of teams with people from all over the world, it is also important that you can communicate fluently and comfortably in English. Do you feel like you do not tick all of the above boxes? Apply anyway, and we will assess if you fit into our team, either now or in the future!   Application procedure Does this role sound exciting? Then apply today! Starting date is flexible, but we aim for some time in early spring.   Good to know ·       We use psychometric tests, such as personality and logic assessments, as part of our recruitment process to ensure fairness and objectivity. ·       As the role involves some work with thermoplastics, we require candidates to conduct a digital course as well as regular medical check-ups through our occupational health care provider. If you have any queries about this recruitment, please contact our recruiter Emma Bjurling (emma.bjurling@epishine.se)

STARK

ABOUT US STARK is a new kind of defence technology company revolutionising the way autonomous systems are deployed across multiple domains. We design, develop, and manufacture high-performance unmanned systems that are software-defined, mass-scalable, and cost-effective - providing operators with a decisive edge in contested environments. We are focused on delivering deployable, high-performance systems - not future promises. In a time of rising threats, STARK is bolstering the technological edge of NATO Allies and their Partners to deter aggression and defend Europe, today. YOUR MISSION As the Automation & Process Development Engineer, you are responsible for defining how our products are built. Your focus is on developing advanced production processes, identifying automation opportunities, and managing external equipment vendors. You will design the automated assembly cells, program automated components, and ensure external machine builders deliver high-performing equipment on time. RESPONSIBILITIES * Process Development: Formulate, test, and validate new manufacturing processes (e.g., automated joining, dispensing, laser welding, vision inspection) required to build next-generation products. * Automation Engineering: Identify opportunities to automate manual processes using robotics, custom tooling, vision systems, and PLCs. Sketch out concepts for automated cells and fixtures. * Vendor & Equipment Management: Draft functional specifications and Requests for Proposals (RFPs) for external automation vendors. Act as the technical lead during vendor selections. * Equipment Qualification (FAT/SAT): Drive Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) at vendor facilities and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) during installation. Ensure equipment achieves targeted cycle times and yields. * Commissioning: Own the deployment, programming adjustments, troubleshooting, and final hand-off of automated equipment to the production team. QUALIFICATIONS * Bachelor’s degree in Automation Engineering, Mechatronics, Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, or related. * Hands-on experience developing advanced manufacturing processes and integrating automation, robotics, and vision systems. * Demonstrated experience managing technical vendors/machine builders from specification through to equipment delivery and acceptance testing (FAT/SAT). For further information please reach out to talent@stark-defence.com.