Full-Time

Mechanical Design Engineer

Lab37 Robotics

Lab37 Robotics

Robotic food assembly automation for restaurants

Compensation Overview

$130k - $164.5k/yr

+ Equity Awards + Annual Performance-Based Bonus

Pittsburgh, PA, USA

In Person

On-site in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, five days per week.

Bachelor's

Category
Mechanical Engineering (1)
Required Skills
CAD
SolidWorks
Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering or a related field
  • Proficiency in SolidWorks CAD software, with a strong portfolio showcasing past projects and designs
  • Practical experience in building and testing mechanical systems; hands-on fabrication skills are highly valued
  • A genuine enthusiasm for actuation, mechanisms, and robotics
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical team members
  • Strong problem-solving skills and an innovative approach to mechanical design challenges
Responsibilities
  • Design and develop mechanical systems for robotic applications, ensuring functionality, cost-effectiveness, and manufacturability
  • Create detailed 3D CAD models, engineering drawings, and assembly instructions
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including electrical engineers, software developers, and product managers, to integrate mechanical designs with electronic and software components
  • Conduct hands-on prototype building and testing, analyzing performance data to iterate on designs
  • Utilize a variety of manufacturing processes and materials to optimize designs for performance and efficiency
  • Participate in design reviews, presenting design concepts and demonstrating prototypes to stakeholders
  • Manage documentation related to project plans, design specifications, and testing procedures
Desired Qualifications
  • Familiarity with simulation software for stress analysis, thermal environment, and dynamics
  • Prior exposure to a variety of manufacturing processes, such as sheet metal, machining, and injection molding

Lab37 Robotics builds robotic systems that automate food assembly on restaurant lines. Its flagship product, the Bowl Builder, handles live order assembly from bowl dispense to bag close, using thermally controlled dispensers and intelligent controls for custom orders and dietary needs. What sets Lab37 apart is pairing robotics engineering with culinary expertise, cutting labor costs and defects while holding consistency at peak volume. The goal is to make great food more accessible by helping restaurants scale without added staffing burdens.

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Atoms raised $1.7 billion on July 22, 2026, adding serious capital runway.
  • Bowl Builder already deploys commercially, giving Lab37 operating data before transport expansion.
  • Uber backed Atoms in 2026, validating Kalanick’s industrial robotics thesis and distribution access.

What critics are saying

  • Lab37 remains tied to Atoms Transport, a still-undisclosed platform with unclear customers.
  • Nuro, Cartken, Serve Robotics, and Starship attack similar autonomy and delivery economics.
  • A founder-driven platform with eight stealth years can implode if one hardware stack fails.

What makes Lab37 Robotics unique

  • Lab37 Robotics sits inside Atoms, Kalanick’s 2018-2026 stealth automation platform.
  • Its Bowl Builder automates bowl assembly, bagging, labeling, and verification in one system.
  • Eric Meyhofer leads Lab37, bringing Carnegie Mellon robotics depth and Uber autonomy experience.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account

401(k) Retirement Plan

Pet Insurance

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

Paid Bereavement leave

Paid Parental Leave