Mechanical Engineer - Hands

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

Job summary

A leading AI robotics company in San Jose is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to design and develop mechanical systems for humanoid robots. The ideal candidate should have 3+ years of experience in mechanical engineering and be proficient in 3D CAD software. Responsibilities include designing parts, prototyping, helping with testing, and collaborating across teams. This is a full-time position with a competitive salary range of $120,000 to $250,000 annually.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in mechanical engineering.
• Expert in using 3D CAD software to design parts.
• Experience with engineering analysis and simulation tools.

Responsibilities

• Design mechanical parts in 3D CAD that meet requirements.
• Prototype and test components to validate performance.
• Collaborate with teams on electromechanical designs.

Skills

3D CAD design

Mechanical system design

Statistical analysis methods

Engineering analysis tools

Cross-discipline collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

FEA

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.