Mechanical Engineer I-II

Company Summary

Lila Sciences is a privately held, early-stage technology company pioneering the application of artificial intelligence to transform every aspect of the scientific method. Lila is backed by Flagship Pioneering, which brings the courage, long-term vision, and resources needed to realize unreasonable results. Join our mission-driven team and contribute to the future of science.

Our Life Sciences effort is leveraging AI and high-throughput automation for valuable therapeutic discovery and development across biological modalities.

At Lila Sciences, we are uniquely cross-functional and collaborative. We are actively reimagining the way teams work together and communicate. Therefore, we seek individuals with an inclusive mindset and a diversity of thought. Our teams thrive in unstructured and creative environments. All voices are heard because we know that experience comes in many forms, skills are transferable, and passion goes a long way.

If this sounds like an environment you’d love to work in, even if you only have some of the experience listed below, please apply.

The Role:

Lila Sciences is seeking a Mechanical Engineer I-II 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.

Key Responsibilities:

• 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.

Qualifications:

• 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.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 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.

Competencies:

• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and adapt to challenges across different scientific domains.
• Enthusiasm for learning and professional growth in both life science and physical science fields.

Working at Lila, you would have access to advanced technology in the areas of:

• AI experimental design and simulation
• Automated custom instrumentation
• Generative molecular and material design

About Flagship

Flagship Pioneering is a platform innovation company that invents and builds platform companies, each with the potential for multiple products that transform human health or sustainability. Since its launch in 2000, Flagship has originated and fostered more than 100 scientific ventures, resulting in more than $90 billion in aggregate value. Many of the companies Flagship has founded have addressed humanity’s most urgent challenges: vaccinating billions of people against COVID-19, curing intractable diseases, improving human health, preempting illness, and feeding the world by improving the resiliency and sustainability of agriculture.  Flagship has been recognized twice on FORTUNE’s “Change the World” list, an annual ranking of companies that have made a positive social and environmental impact through activities that are part of their core business strategies, and has been twice named to Fast Company’s annual list of the World’s Most Innovative Companies. Learn more about Flagship at www.flagshippioneering.com.

Flagship Pioneering and our ecosystem companies are 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.

At Flagship, we recognize there is no perfect candidate. If you have some of the experience listed above but not all, please apply anyway. Experience comes in many forms, skills are transferable, and passion goes a long way. We are dedicated to building diverse and inclusive teams and look forward to learning more about your unique background.