About LeydenJar
At LeydenJar Technologies, we’re on a mission to redefine the future of energy storage. Our goal is to become the world’s innovation leader in advanced battery anodes, empowering the next generation of batteries that drive progress.
Why does this matter? Because the world needs higher energy density batteries not just for better consumer electronics, but for electric vehicles, e-flight, and beyond. While the battery industry typically advances by only 3% per year, our breakthrough pure silicon anode technology delivers an improvement of up to 70%, a true game changer. Often called the “holy grail” of the battery industry, our technology unlocks new possibilities for electrification, sustainability, and resilience in global supply chains.
What we do:
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We produce pure silicon anode rolls that fit seamlessly into existing battery cell manufacturing lines, enabling customers to make a quantum leap in performance or create entirely new product categories.
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Our initial focus is on consumer electronics, with automotive applications already in development.
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By leveraging semiconductor thin-film technology (plasma deposition) and scaling it to battery anodes, we’ve overcome the long-standing challenges of silicon in batteries, delivering durability and efficiency at scale.
To meet global demand, we’re scaling up:
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PlantOne just opened Eindhoven in 2026, producing anode rolls and validating our roll-to-roll production tools.
This is an enormous opportunity and an ambitious journey. It requires bold, creative, and diverse minds who share our passion for innovation and sustainability. At LeydenJar, we value different perspectives, inclusive collaboration, and gender equality because we know that diversity fuels breakthrough ideas.
We are seeking a highly skilled Maintenance & Equipment Electrical Engineer. You will support the successful delivery of the first silicon anode plant in Europe, to be situated in Eindhoven. You will be involved in the installation oversight of all electrical systems, such as the utility, (gas) safety and power distribution systems. You will be responsible for maintaining and improving equipment performance across the facility, with a strong focus on vacuum deposition systems and all ancillary equipment & utilities required to run these. You will ensure the reliability, maintainability, safety of both equipment and infrastructure and drive continuous improvements.
What will be your responsibilities?
Project Phase (until end of 2026)
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You will be involved in the Plant One start-up phase, where the new plant utilities will be made operational and the new machines will be assembled and commissioned. You will be added to the equipment group, responsible for the new plant and equipment installation.
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The existing machines will be fully in production and are a very good learning experience of the processes and maintenance requirements.
You will work with the production group, doing several continuous improvement projects.
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You will be responsible for the electrical installation according dutch regulations (like NEN3140, Scope 8)
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Ensure optimal performance of vacuum deposition equipment through preventive and corrective maintenance.
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Lead continuous improvement initiatives to increase uptime, reliability, and process performance.
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Maintain and improve technical documentation, procedures, and safety systems.
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Build and manage a critical spare parts strategy and an efficient safety stock to support uninterrupted equipment operation.
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Close cooperation with co-workers on maintenance and improvement plans.
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Manage maintenance-related contracts and vendors.
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Responsible for plant-wide utility system performance, including HVAC, compressed air, and process gases.
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Drive compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards.
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Provide technical input and operational support to future factory construction and engineering projects, ensuring equipment and infrastructure design aligns with long-term maintenance and performance requirements.
About you:
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Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or similar.
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Minimum 5 years experience in an industrial environment.
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Excellent knowledge of electrical, installation and safety regulations.
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Strong understanding of electrical design and logics
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Knowledge on PLC programming (OT).
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Electrical drawings, P&IDs, and process flow diagrams knowledge.
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Comfortable working in a fast-paced scale-up environment.
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Fluent in English; Dutch is a plus.
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An industrial partner network in Eindhoven region.
Tools & Systems Knowledge (Preferred)
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Vacuum systems (e.g. PECVD, CVD)
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Installation technique knowledge and requirements on CE and ATEX
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E-plan and Siemens and Pilz PLC knowledge
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CMMS or asset management tools
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Risk analysis (FMEA, HAZOP)
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Knowledge of industrial automation (PLC’s, IIoT, HMI, SCADA…)
Working Requirements
This is a hands-on role across both the project and production phases. To succeed in this position, and to support the team effectively, you’ll need to be on-site most of the time.
You will be part of the Eindhoven factory project team, based at Strijp-TX. On-site presence is expected 4–5 days per week.
Your role will remain hands-on and site-based. On-site presence of 4–5 days per week is expected, though flexible working can be accommodated when possible.
Competencies:
- Teamwork- Independently and consistently demonstrates the ability to work effectively, collaboratively and respectfully in a cross-functional, diverse team of multiple nationalities and backgrounds. The team spans project, supplier, R&D & operations teams.
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Problem Solving - Applies systematic troubleshooting and root cause analysis.
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Technical Leadership- Leads technical scope with suppliers and internal stakeholders. Develops technical solutions to recurring problems; leads design reviews and proactively recommends improvements.
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Drive & Initiative - Takes ownership of technical results across project and operations. Sets and pursues challenging technical goals to improve plant performance.
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Concern for Excellence - Enforces and exemplifies high standards in engineering, documentation, and execution.
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Adaptability - Works effectively and resiliently in a scale-up environment with changing priorities.
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Customer Orientation- Designs and maintains systems that minimize downtime and support production.
Why LeydenJar?
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Unleash Your Potential: Step into a workplace where growth and ownership go hand in hand. We empower every individual regardless of background, gender, or identity to thrive and achieve their career aspirations.
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Pension Insurance : We will contribute to your pension insurance arrangement on the basis of, and subject to, the underlying administrative agreements between us and our pension insurance provider (currently Zwitserleven), as those agreements may be amended or replaced from time to time
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Recharge & Refresh: Enjoy 25 vacation days per year (based on full-time hours) because work-life balance is essential for everyone.
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Travel Made Easy: We cover your home-to-work travel costs with €0.25 per kilometer or provide an NS Business Card for hassle-free public transportation.
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Continuous Learning: Access our online learning platform (Udemy) to develop your skills and unlock new opportunities for personal and professional growth.
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Diverse, Inclusive & Equal: Be part of an international team of 20+ nationalities, where everyone’s voice matters, and where diversity, equity, and inclusion are more than values they’re actions.
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Community & Connection: From team-building events and monthly lunches to year-end celebrations and inclusive gatherings, we create spaces where everyone feels welcome and engaged.
Are you ready to take on the challenge as a Maintenance & Equipment Electrical Engineer ?
We are looking forward to your application!
We aim to make our recruitment process as transparent and enjoyable as possible. Depending on the role, the process may include interviews, assessments, reference checks, and pre-employment screening.
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At LeydenJar, we value diversity and provide equal opportunities to all applicants—regardless of race, color, ethnicity, religion, gender, pregnancy or parental status, age, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or any other characteristic. We also know from research that women and underrepresented groups often hesitate to apply unless they meet 100% of the criteria. If you identify with that, we strongly encourage you to apply. Your unique perspective matters.
