Mechanical Engineer

Staff Mechanical Engineer at Multiply Labs

Join to apply for the Staff Mechanical Engineer role at Multiply Labs. Multiply Labs is a cutting-edge startup based in San Francisco, California, supported by top-tier tech and life science investors such as Casdin Capital, Lux Capital, and Y Combinator. Our mission is to build the best robots in the world, and use them to make the most advanced life-saving therapies accessible to all.

About Multiply Labs

We are revolutionizing the manufacturing of cell therapies by developing advanced robotic systems designed to automate and scale the production of these life-saving treatments. Our robots empower biopharma companies to produce cell therapies at scale without significantly changing their existing processes, reducing regulatory barriers and risks. Robotics can make transformative treatments more accessible and affordable to patients in need.

To learn more and view a video of our robots in action, visit  and follow us on Linked In.

As a Staff Mechanical Engineer in the Multiply Labs team, you will apply your engineering expertise and technical leadership to design complex automated machinery involved in the manufacturing of novel pharmaceutical products. You’ll work with a cross-functional hardware and software team on designing and building the current and next generations of Multiply Labs’ robotic systems. This includes selecting robotic equipment, setting high-level design goals, building prototypes, and taking designs to production.

The role requires applying first-principles engineering to optimize designs, strong documentation, and the ability to drive decisions across major projects while coordinating with colleagues.

• High-level ownership of system design of machine and robotic systems
• Lead concept ideation with strong fundamentals
• Detailed CAD work
• Investigation of applicable technologies and components
• Prototyping, testing, and iterating designs
• Generation of supporting design documentation
• Transition oversight to production manufacturing for completed designs
• Analysis of designs including deflections, tolerance stack-ups, load capacity, and material compatibility
• Controls and actuator sizing, interfacing, integration, and testing may be included
• Proficiency with 3D CAD software and detailed drawings
• Extensive mechanical design experience developing production-ready machines from concept
• Problem-solving ability by breaking complex problems into tasks
• Knowledge of mechanical components, metals, plastics, joining methods, fabrication, and finishing operations
• Experience optimizing manufacturability using DFM/DFA principles
• Experience transferring designs to external suppliers and contract manufacturers for production

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering or related field
• Experience designing and building automated production machinery
• Industrial experience developing robot EOATs, work cell fixtures, or material handling systems
• Working knowledge of GD&T standards
• 6-8+ years of mechanical design engineering experience

• Experience with FDA and/or EMA regulated industries
• Experience designing machine power distribution and automation-grade control cabinets
• Proficiency with Onshape
• Hands-on experience with machine shop and prototyping tools

• Up to 20-25% domestic and international travel

• 401K with 4% company match
• Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• Partial Health Insurance for child dependents
• HSA or FSA
• Twice weekly catered lunch (SF office)
• Pre-tax Commuter Benefit
• 10 Paid Holidays
• Flexible PTO
• Paid Parental Leave

Note:

Multiply Labs will review benefit offerings periodically and reserves the right to modify them to meet employee and business needs.

We take pride in cultivating an environment that fosters collaboration, open communication, and authenticity. We are an equal opportunity employer; we do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We are diverse in background and singular in mission.