Co-op, Mechanical Engineer

Spring 2026 Co-op/Internship Opportunity
We’re looking for motivated students to join our team starting in January/February 2026 for a spring co-op or internship. This is a great opportunity to gain hands-on experience, contribute to meaningful projects, and develop your skills in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. If you’re eager to learn and make an impact, we’d love to hear from you!

Company Summary

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 a Mechanical Engineer Co-op to join our Hardware & Controls Engineering team over a 6-Month period (negotiable). You'll gain hands-on experience designing components for bench-scale robotics, mechanical systems, and automation. Working alongside experimental scientists, AI/ML scientists, and software/controls engineers, you'll engage in CAD design, analysis, prototyping, 3D printing, assembly, and testing. Your efforts will help accelerate our physical hardware designs which support the experimental execution and data collection of life science and physical science workflows.

What You'll Be Building

• Design and engineer components for bench-scale robotics, lab automation, and mechanical systems.
• Work with cross-functional teams on CAD design and analysis.
• Create and test prototypes using 3D printing and other methods. These prototypes will range from static fixtures to multi-axis motion assemblies.
• Support assembly and build processes with guidance from senior engineers.
• Contribute to specific project tasks as an owner or team member while developing new skills. 

What You’ll Need to Succeed

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Robotics, or related field.
• Experience with SolidWorks CAD design (Parts and Assemblies) or similar parametric 3D CAD software. Experience with SolidWorks PDM is a plus.
• Proactive mindset with eagerness to learn in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to balance input and asks from multiple teams or stakeholders.
• Strong teamwork, collaboration, and communication skills.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
• Enthusiasm for innovation and continuous learning.
• Curiosity about life science or physical science automation. 

Bonus Points For

• A basic understanding of GD&T.
• Experience with designing parts for specific fabrication techniques (Milling, Lathing, Sheet Metal, 3D Printing).
• Previous internship/co-op experience in industrial automation, lab automation, or R&D industries.
• Experience with robotics, industrial controls, electrical engineering.
• Basic familiarity with automation software/programming, robotics, or industrial electronics. </aside>

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.