Mechanical Engineer - Robotics & Prototyping

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

Job summary

Figure, an AI robotics company, seeks a Mechanical Engineer to design, test, and implement complex hardware components for humanoid robots. You will create 3D CAD parts, build prototypes, verify motion, and produce 2D drawings with GD&T per ASME Y14.5.

Collaborating with suppliers and the GSM team, you will inspect first articles, support test stands, and document design processes for scalable, robust robot development.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of mechanical engineering experience.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in related field.
• Expertise in 3D CAD for parts with complex geometry.
• Experience designing and building prototypes.
• Experience with simulation methods (FEA, MATLAB).
• Ability to document design processes clearly.
• Experience with actuators and electromechanical systems.
• Knowledge of wiring harnesses and sensors is a plus.

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 pick a supplier and order parts.
• Inspect first articles, build test stands, and continuously support part on robot development platforms.

Skills

Mechanical engineering experience

Prototyping

Documentation

Actuators knowledge

Electromechanical integration

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Mechanical, Biomechanical, Robotics, Mechatronics, or similar field

Tools

3D CAD software

FEA

MATLAB

CATIA V6

Wire harness design

Job description

Figure, an AI robotics company, seeks a Mechanical Engineer to design, test, and implement complex hardware components for humanoid robots. You will create 3D CAD parts, build prototypes, verify motion, and produce 2D drawings with GD&T per ASME Y14.5.

Collaborating with suppliers and the GSM team, you will inspect first articles, support test stands, and document design processes for scalable, robust robot development.