Mechanical Engineer - Hands

Figureai; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

Figureai, based in San Jose, CA, is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to develop autonomous humanoid robots. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in mechanical design and engineering, comfortable driving projects in a fast-paced environment.

The role includes designing mechanical components using 3D CAD, leading testing and validation efforts, and collaborating across teams. A competitive salary range of $120,000 to $250,000 is offered, depending on experience and skills.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in mechanical engineering.
• Expert in using 3D CAD software to design parts.
• Experience with statistical analysis methods for validation.

Responsibilities

• Design mechanical parts and assemblies in 3D CAD.
• Prototype, build, and test components to validate performance.
• Collaborate with electrical engineers on electromechanical designs.

Skills

3D CAD software expertise

Mechanical engineering

Engineering analysis and simulation

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Mechanical, Biomechanical, Robotics, or related

Tools

FEA software

MATLAB

CATIA V6

Job description

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 based in San Jose, CA and requires 5 days/week in-office collaboration.

We are looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer with experience owning complex mechanical modules from concept through production. The ideal candidate has operated in a high-tech, fast-paced environment, is comfortable driving across multiple stakeholders, and has a strong background in design, testing, validation, and scaling hardware to production. Robotics experience is not required.

Responsibilities

• Design mechanical parts and assemblies in 3D CAD that meet structural, durability, manufacturability, and industrial design requirements
• Generate accurate 2D drawings using GD&T in accordance with ASME Y14.5
• Perform tolerance stack-ups and review quality and inspection reports to ensure design intent is met
• Prototype, build, and test components / systems to validate performance, reliability, and lifetime requirements
• Lead and support testing / validation efforts at the component, module, and system level
• Collaborate closely with electrical engineers and systems/integration teams on electromechanical designs
• Partner with supply chain, contract manufacturers, manufacturing engineers, and quality teams to drive designs through NPI and into production
• Own and drive Failure Analysis & Corrective Actions (FA/CA) for complex issues discovered during manufacturing, testing, or field use
• Inspect first articles, support build readiness, and continuously support hardware on development platforms

Requirements

• 3+ 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 owning and designing complex mechanical systems/modules end-to-end, including requirements definition, design tradeoffs, build, and validation
• Experience working across multiple disciplines with competing and strict technical requirements
• Experience with engineering analysis and simulation tools (e.g., FEA, MATLAB, or equivalent)
• Strong understanding of statistical analysis methods (e.g., Cp/Cpk, Design of Experiments (DOE), variance and sensitivity studies) for component- and system-level characterization, validation, and manufacturing readiness
• Experience shipping hardware at scale, working with contract manufacturers, supporting NPI builds, and driving complex Failure Analysis & Corrective Actions
• Familiarity with electromechanical integration, including sensors, motors, motor drivers, wire harnesses, and communication interfaces

Bonus Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience
• Experience in controls, integration, and validation
• CATIA V6 Experience

The US base salary range for this full-time position is between $120,000 - $250,000 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.