Lila Sciences

Senior Engineer I / Technical Program Manager, Hardware & Controls Engineering

Cambridge, MA USA; San Francisco, CA USA · Senior · Full-time

Sponsorship not specified$119k-$160kDetected 35 days ago

BudgetingProcurementSystems Engineering

About the role

Your final offer will reflect your background, expertise, and expected impact.
USD salary ranges apply only to U.S.-based positions; international salaries are set to local market.
We believe science is the most inspiring frontier for AI.

Lead complex, multi-project engineering programs focused on the development, integration, and deployment of custom hardware, controls, and automation systems within regulated and industrial environments.
Manage engineering projects from concept through commissioning, including scope definition, scheduling, risk management, budgeting, and quality-first execution.
Partner with Legal, Procurement, and Finance to review MSAs, develop SOWs, manage purchase orders, and oversee vendor contracting for external engineering and integration services.
Lead and coordinate multidisciplinary teams spanning engineering, design, manufacturing, construction, quality, panel shops, IT, and third-party system integrators.
Support project team members, promoting standardized execution, technical rigor, and continuous improvement across programs.
Lead by example and drive program pipelines and stage-gate execution models to ensure predictable, on-time, and on-budget delivery of new hardware and systems offerings.

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Chemical, Electrical, Mechanical, Controls, Automation, or related discipline); Master's degree preferred.
3-5 years of experience delivering complex systems engineering, automation, or industrial control programs; experience operating at a senior project or program management level.

We offer competitive base compensation with bonus potential and generous early-stage equity. Your final offer will reflect your background, expertise, and expected impact.
and a company subsidized lunch program.
International Benefits. Full-time employees outside the U.S. receive a comprehensive benefits program tailored to their region. USD salary ranges apply only to U.S.-based positions
international salaries are set to local market.
Expected Base Salary Range
$118,800 - $159,600 USD

al employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status

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