Lila Sciences: Mechanical Engineer I/II at Lila Sciences, Inc.

Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

15 Dec, 25

Salary

0.0

Posted On

16 Sep, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Mechanical Engineering, Robotics, SolidWorks, CAD Design, Prototyping, Automation, Mechatronic Systems, Project Execution, Time Management

Industry

technology;Information and Internet

Description

🚀 About Lila Lila Sciences is the world’s first scientific superintelligence platform and autonomous lab for life, chemistry, and materials science. We are pioneering a new age of boundless discovery by building the capabilities to apply AI to every aspect of the scientific method. We are introducing scientific superintelligence to solve humankind's greatest challenges, enabling scientists to bring forth solutions in human health, climate, and sustainability at a pace and scale never experienced before. Learn more about this mission at www.lila.ai If this sounds like an environment you’d love to work in, even if you only have some of the experience listed below, we encourage you to apply. 🌟 Your Impact at Lila Lila Sciences is seeking an Entry-Level or Junior-Level Mechanical Engineer to join our Hardware & Controls Engineering team. You'll design and engineer components for bench-scale robotics, mechanical systems, and automation while working closely with experimental scientists, AI/ML scientists, and software/controls engineers across both life science and physical science applications. This role offers hands-on experience in CAD design, analysis, prototyping, 3D printing, assembly, and testing. 🛠️ What You'll Be Building Design and implement bench-scale robotics and mechanical systems for automation in both life science and physical science applications. Design pneumatic, electro-mechanical, and optical solutions for innovative research workcells. Perform CAD design and analysis using SolidWorks to develop efficient automated systems. Create and validate designs through 3D printing, laser scribing, and other rapid prototyping methods. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate mechanical designs with software, controls, and facilities. Help transition manual processes to automated workflows while maintaining safety and quality standards. Coordinate with external vendors for custom component fabrication and system integration. 🧰 What You’ll Need to Succeed Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Robotics, or related field. 0-5 years of mechanical engineering experience (specific role will be determined based on experience & expertise). Proficiency in SolidWorks CAD design and understanding of GD&T. Experience and competency in SolidWorks PDM is a plus. Proficiency working with requirement management systems, product lifecycle management, & product data management. Self-motivated with strong project execution and time management skills. ✨ Bonus Points For Experience with SolidWorks CAD design, rapid prototyping, and mechanical testing. Familiarity with automation systems and robotic integration. Basic understanding of motion control and mechatronic systems. Interest in both life science and physical science applications. Experience in automotive manufacturing, battery manufacturing, semiconductor manufacturing, and packaging with discrete material movement. 🌈 We’re All In Lila Sciences is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. 🤝 A Note to Agencies Lila Sciences does not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than candidates. The submission of unsolicited resumes by recruitment or staffing agencies to Lila Sciences or its employees is strictly prohibited unless contacted directly by Lila Science’s internal Talent Acquisition team. Any resume submitted by an agency in the absence of a signed agreement will automatically become the property of Lila Sciences, and Lila Sciences will not owe any referral or other fees with respect thereto.

Responsibilities

Design and engineer components for bench-scale robotics and mechanical systems for automation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate mechanical designs with software and controls.