

Senior/Principal Mechanical Engineer
Location
Cambridge, MA
Level
Full-Time
Department
Biotechnology
Type
Salary
Job Description
Posted on:
2025-04-15
Lila Sciences is seeking a Senior/Principal Mechanical Engineer to join their Hardware & Controls Engineering team. The role involves designing components for bench-scale robotics and automation in life sciences and physical sciences, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.
Responsibilities
- Lead the design and implementation of bench-scale robotics and mechanical systems.
- Design pneumatic, electro-mechanical, and optical solutions for robotic workcells.
- Mentor teams in CAD design and analysis using SolidWorks.
- Direct the creation and validation of designs through rapid prototyping methods.
- Collaborate to integrate mechanical designs with software and controls.
- Develop strategies for automating manual workflows while ensuring safety and quality.
- Coordinate with external vendors for component development and system integration.
Job Requirements
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Robotics, or related field.
- 8+ years of mechanical engineering experience in automation.
- Proficiency in SolidWorks CAD design, GD&T, and DFMA.
- Experience with requirement management and product lifecycle management systems.
- Demonstrated leadership in managing complex projects.
- Preferred experience in automation across scientific domains and robotic integration.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to continuous learning.