Senior Mechanical Engineer, Charging Systems

Figureai; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 160,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Figureai, based in San Jose, CA, is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead the design and testing of a charging system for its humanoid robot. The successful candidate will have a strong background in mechanical engineering, particularly in 3D CAD design and prototype development.

The position offers a salary range of $160,000 - $240,000 annually, depending on experience, and involves responsibilities such as managing mechanical components, collaborating with electrical teams, and generating accurate design documentation.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in mechanical engineering.
• Experience in designing and building prototypes.
• Ability to write and maintain clean documentation.

Responsibilities

• Design parts in 3D CAD focused on load conditions and durability.
• Manage mechanical and thermal components from concept to production.
• Collaborate with electrical teams for compliance and reliability.

Skills

3D CAD design

Mechanical engineering

Prototype development

Documentation

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or relevant field

Tools

3D CAD software

Job description

Figure is an AI Robotics company developing a general purpose humanoid. Our humanoid robot, Figure 02, is designed for commercial tasks and the home. We are based in San Jose, CA. It’s time to build.

We are looking for a Senior Mechanical Engineer to design, test, and implement a charging system for our humanoid robot.

Responsibilities

• Design parts in 3D CAD that satisfy load conditions, industrial design form factor, and durability requirements.
• Concept to production ownership of the mechanical and thermal components.
• Work with our electrical engineering team to ensure the electrical systems meet mechanical and reliability requirements.
• Work with our compliance team to ensure the design meets UL and other certification requirements
• Build prototypes to test assembly, wire routing, and performance.
• Generate accurate 2D drawings using GD&T per ASME Y14.5.

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in mechanical engineering
• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Mechanical, Biomechanical, Robotics, Mechatronics, or similar field
• Experience using 3D CAD software to design parts with complex geometry
• Experience designing and building prototypes
• Familiar with simulation and analysis methodology
• Ability to write and maintain clean documentation for your design process.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with power electronics, chargers, or other electromechanical assemblies.
• Experience with design for manufacturing and design for assembly principles.

The US base salary range for this full-time position is between $160,000 - $240,000 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.