Mechanical Engineer, Softgoods/Plastics

About the role

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 own softgoods and plastic parts. Responsibilities: • Design parts in 3D CAD that satisfy load conditions, industrial design form factor, and durability requirements. • Work closely with industrial designer to execute on the vision and form of the system. • Own the industrial design robot buck, keep up to date with latest files from our engineers and communicate with suppliers. • Design injection molded plastic parts with Class A surfaces. • Generate accurate 2D drawings using GD&T per ASME Y14.5. • Inspect first articles, build test stands, and continuously support part on robot development platforms. Requirements: • 5+ years of experience in mechanical engineering. • Experience working with industrial design departments. • 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 with high volume manufacturing processes specifically injection molding and die cutting. • Experience designing and building prototypes. • Ability to write and maintain clean documentation for design processes. Bonus Qualifications: • Experienced with simulation and analysis methodology (FEA, MATLAB etc.) • Experience working with contract manufacturers. • Experience with fabric manufacturing. • CATIA V6 Experience. The US base salary range for this full-time position is $120,000 to $180,000 per year. 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.