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Senior Mechanical Engineer

Lila Sciences is building a scientific superintelligence platform and autonomous lab to accelerate discovery across life, chemistry, and materials science. The Senior Mechanical Engineer will design and build bench-scale robotics, mechanical systems, and automation, collaborating with scientists, AI/ML, and controls teams to prototype, validate, and transition manual workflows to automated systems.

Skills

  • Proficiency in SolidWorks CAD design and GD&T
  • Experience with DFMA and rapid prototyping (3D printing, laser scribing)
  • Familiarity with product data/requirement management systems and PDM/PLM
  • Hands-on assembly, testing, and mechanical validation
  • Ability to collaborate across software, controls, and scientific teams

Responsibilities

  • Design and implement workcell robotics and mechanical systems for automation in life science and physical science applications.
  • Create pneumatic, electro-mechanical, and optical solutions for research workcells.
  • Perform CAD design and analysis using SolidWorks; apply GD&T and DFMA principles.
  • Develop and validate prototypes using 3D printing, laser scribing, and other rapid prototyping methods.
  • Collaborate with software, controls, and experimental teams to integrate mechanical designs.
  • Transition manual lab processes to automated workflows while ensuring safety and quality.
  • Coordinate with external vendors for custom component fabrication and system integration.

Education

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Robotics, or related field

Benefits

  • Competitive salary with potential equity
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance (typical startup benefits)
  • Paid time off and flexible time policies
  • Professional development and learning opportunities
  • Collaborative, cross-functional R&D environment
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August 17, 2025
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