Company Description
At Olio Labs we integrate AI, human data, and a proprietary hardware platform to discover and optimize therapeutic combinations. Our approach bridges software intelligence with physical biological systems.
We are building a team that thrives at the intersection of engineering, biology, and machine intelligence.
Role Description
We are seeking a hands-on Mechanical Engineer to design, prototype, and iterate on the hardware systems that power our AI-driven therapeutic discovery platform. This is a full-time on-site role for a Mechanical Engineer located in South San Francisco, CA and reports to the CTO.
Responsibilities
- Lead mechanical design of next-generation bio x hardware systems
- Build your creations and troubleshoot with your own hands before handing off to fabs
- Design and iterate precision components, assemblies, and enclosures
- Integrate mechanical systems with electronics, sensors, and embedded systems
- Develop and execute plans for assembly, wiring, and prototyping
- Develop manufacturable designs (DFM/DFA) for scaling production
- Create and maintain detailed CAD models and technical drawings
- Collaborate with AI, data science, and biology teams to ensure seamless hardware–software integration
- Implement rapid prototyping workflows (3D printing, machining, laser cutting, etc.)
- Troubleshoot mechanical and electromechanical systems
- Build yourself or figure out the right
Qualifications
- BS in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent)
- 2+ years of experience designing mechanical components and assemblies
- Strong hands-on experience assembling mechanical systems and performing electrical wiring
- Working understanding of electrical fundamentals (circuits, power systems, signal routing, grounding)
- Experience integrating mechanical systems with electronics and sensors
- Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, Fusion 360, etc.)
- Experience with rapid prototyping tools and methods
- GD&T
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced startup environment
- Strong debugging and problem-solving skills
- Excellent documentation practices
- Bonus: know how to code / have experience with machine learning
Why work here
- You will have outsized impact
- You will not be bored
- We work at the frontier of AI, biology and hardware
- Operate in a deeply interdisciplinary team
- Significant ownership and autonomy
You are
- Highly hands-on
- Comfortable switching between CAD, bench-top assembly, and system debugging
- Excited by building first-of-their-kind systems
- Curious about biology and AI
- Fast-moving and pragmatic
- Motivated by impact
