Mechanical Engineer, Softgoods/Plastics

Figure; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Figure, an AI robotics company based in San Jose, CA, seeks a Mechanical Engineer to own softgoods and plastic parts. You will design parts in 3D CAD, work with industrial designers, and keep up with robot development across prototyping and production stages.

The role requires 5+ years in mechanical engineering, CAD proficiency, and experience with high-volume manufacturing like injection molding. Collaboration is in-office five days a week.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of mechanical engineering experience with a focus on part design and durability.
• Ability to write and maintain clear design documentation.
• Experience collaborating with industrial design teams and suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Design parts in 3D CAD satisfying loads, form factor, and durability.
• Collaborate with industrial designers to realise the system vision.
• Own robot buck files and coordinate with engineers and suppliers.
• Design injection-molded plastic parts with Class A surfaces.
• Create 2D drawings with GD&T per ASME Y14.5.
• Inspect first articles and build test stands for robot development.

Skills

CAD design

Documentation

Engineering experience

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Mechanical/Robotics

Tools

CATIA V6

MATLAB

Job description

Figure is an AI robotics company building general-purpose humanoid robots with human-level intelligence. Our robots are engineered to perform a wide range of tasks in commercial and industrial environments. 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 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 between $120,000 - $180,000 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.