Figure is an AI Robotics company developing a general purpose humanoid. Our humanoid robot, Figure 02, is designed for commercial tasks and the home. We are based in San Jose, CA and require 5 days/week in-office collaboration. It’s time to build.
We are looking for a Mechanical Engineer to design, test, and implement key hardware components for our humanoid.
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, wire routing.
- Generate accurate 2D drawings using GD&T per ASME Y14.5.
- Work with our GSM team to select suppliers and order parts.
- Inspect first articles, build test stands, and continuously support part on robot development platforms.
Requirements:
- Able to start between April and July of 2025
- 0-2 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 actuators, including strain-wave, planetary, or cycloidal
- 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 $80,000 - $140,000 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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Figure is an AI Robotics company building the world's first commercially viable autonomous humanoid robot. We are based in Sunnyvale, CA.
