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About this Mechanical Engineer, Robot Ecosystem role at Figure

Figure · Onsite · San Jose, CA

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. 

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How this Mechanical Engineer salary compares

This role pays $150,000/yr — below the typical range for Mechanical Engineer roles.

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