Mechatronics Engineer II

Your Impact at Lila

We are seeking a Mechatronics Engineer to design, build, and test prototypes of next-generation scientific instruments to enable high throughput experimentation in AI enabled science factory. You’ll collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of field leading scientists and engineers to translate novel research concepts into functional prototypes.

What You'll Be Building

• Design, build, and test mechatronic systems for scientific instruments In fast paced, dynamic startup environment
• Develop and test actuators, sensors, control systems, and precision mechanisms.
• Collaborate with scientists, mechanical engineers, and process engineers to develop prototype instruments that produce quality scientific data
• Document designs, test results, and lessons learned to support future development and manufacturability.
• Troubleshoot prototypes, diagnose failures, and design improvements

What You’ll Need to Succeed

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechatronics, Robotics, Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, Material Science, or related field
• At least 2 years of hands-on experience designing, wiring, and programming prototype equipment
• Experience working in fast paced, iterative design and test environment
• Experience designing electrical safety systems such as e-stops
• Familiarity with signal processing and data acquisition
• Strong programming skills in C/C++ and Python
• Strong experience with git and modern version control practices
• Strong problem-solving skills, creativity, and adaptability
• Comfort with interdisciplinary collaboration in a research-driven environment

Bonus Points For

• Experience setting up CI/CD pipelines
• Proficiency with CAD software (SolidWorks, Fusion 360, or similar).
• Experience designing custom PCBs
• Familiarity working with electrochemistry instruments such as potentiostats
• Knowledge of microfluidics
• Experience with design for manufacturability (DFM) and transition from prototype to product

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 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.

Compensation

We expect the base salary for this role to fall between $93,000–$125,000 USD per year, along with bonus potential and generous early equity. The final offer will reflect your unique background, expertise, and impact.

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.