Mechanical Engineer, Robot Ecosystem

Figure is an AI robotics company developing autonomous general-purpose humanoid robots. The goal of the company is to ship humanoid robots with human level intelligence. Its robots are engineered to perform a variety of tasks in the home and commercial markets. Figure is headquartered in San Jose, CA.

We are looking for a Mechanical Engineer to design, test, and implement key hardware components that are part of the robot ecosystem.

Responsibilities

• • Design parts in 3D CAD that satisfy load conditions, industrial design form factor, and durability requirements.

• • Build prototypes to test assembly, range of motion, and wire routing.

• • Generate accurate 2D drawings using GD&T per ASME Y14.5.

• • Work with our GSM team to select a supplier and order parts.

• • Inspect first articles, build test stands, and provide continuous support for parts on robot development platforms.

Requirements

• • 2+ years of experience in mechanical engineering.

• • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical, Biomechanical, Robotics, Mechatronics, or similar field.

• • Expert in using 3D CAD software to design parts with complex geometry.

• • Experience designing and building prototypes.

• • Experienced with simulation and analysis methodology (FEA, MATLAB, etc.).

• • Ability to write and maintain clean documentation for design processes.

• • Experience with electromechanical integration, such as sensors, motors, motor drivers, wire harnesses, and communication buses.

• Bonus Qualifications:

• • Experience with high volume manufacturing processes.

• • Experience working with contract manufacturers.

• • CATIA V6 Experience.

• • Wire harness design experience.

• The US base salary range for this full-time position is between $120,000 - $180,000 annually.

• The pay offered for this position may vary based on several individual factors, including job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package may also include additional components/benefits depending on the specific role. This information will be shared if an employment offer is extended.