Mechatronics Engineer
US$137,000 – US$218,000 / yr base salary
Posted 6 Aug 2026
Advertised as “Senior II/Staff Mechatronics Engineer”
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- Level
- II
- Expected experience
- 6–10 yrs
- Management level
- Individual contributor
- Contract
- Full-time
Compensation
| Base salary | US$137,000 – US$218,000 / yr |
|---|
Role speciality
Laboratory InstrumentationMechatronicsRobotics
Useful technologies
ArduinoCC++CANCREOEthernet/IPGitHubI2CMQTTOPC/UAPythonRaspberry PiRS-232Siemens NXSolidWorksSolidWorks PDMSPISTM-32UART/Serial
Required qualifications
Field of studyEngineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering (or related)
Study levelBachelor's
Your Impact at LILA
Lila Sciences is seeking a Senior II/Staff Mechatronics Engineer to join our Advanced Engineering Team to design, develop, and optimize early-stage electromechanical systems, robotics subassemblies and lab instrumentation. This role works directly with scientists to bring new ideas and concepts to reality by bridging hardware, software, electrical, and controls.
What You'll Be Building
- Instrument Development: Develop novel mechatronic solutions for scientific and robotic applications including mechanical design, electrical design, and control software.
- Collaboration and Support: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including mechanical engineers, electrical, software developers, product managers, and end-users, providing technical support and resolving integration challenges promptly.
- Rapid Prototyping: Develop rapid proof-of-concepts via prototyping methods such as 3D printing, machining, modifying commercial off-the-shelf items, and repurposing parts from obsolete or decommissioned systems.
- Testing and Debugging: Perform rigorous testing, debugging, and troubleshooting of systems and subassemblies to capture experiment data, performance metrics, or inform future design iterations.
- Technical Documentation: Create, update, and maintain clear, comprehensive design documentation including technical drawings, integration methods, test plans and reports, facilitating ease of use by internal teams and end-users.
- System Integration: Design solutions to integrate custom or existing off-the-shelf components with existing automation frameworks and robotics control systems, ensuring compatibility and stability across multiple platforms.
What You'll Need to Succeed
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Mechatronics or other related Engineering
- 6-10 years of relevant experience
- Strong collaboration skills and experience working directly with end users
- High proficiency with C/C++ and Python
- Proficiency with microcontrollers (STM-32, Arduino, Raspberry Pi)
- Proficiency with CAD software (SolidWorks, Creo, Siemens NX)
- Strong experience with rapid prototyping techniques
- Expertise specifying and integrating sensors, motors, drives, and associated electrical/electronic hardware, including analog signal types (4-20mA, 0-10V) and discrete I/O
- Thrives in a hands-on prototype heavy environment