Senior Mechanical Engineer: Softgoods & Plastic Parts

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San Jose (CA)

On-site

USD 120,000 - 180,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Figure is an AI robotics company based in San Jose, CA seeking a Mechanical Engineer to own softgoods and plastic parts. You will design 3D CAD parts, collaborate with industrial design, and advance robot development on the manufacturing floor.

Requires 5+ years in mechanical engineering, experience with high-volume injection molding, prototype building, and GD&T. Bachelor’s or Master’s in Mechanical-related field. US base salary $120k–$180k plus benefits.

Qualifications

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.

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.