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Robot type
Humanoid
Location
San JoseCaliforniaUSA
Job type
Hardware
Posted
Aug 25, 2025
Salary
$120,000–$180,000 a year
Full-time

Mechanical Engineer, Robot Ecosystem

Job description

We are looking for a Mechanical Engineer to design, test, and implement key hardware components that are part of the robot ecosystem.

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 headquartered in San Jose, CA.

Job 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, and wire routing.
  • Generate accurate 2D drawings using GD&T per ASME Y14.5.
  • Work with our GSM team to select a supplier and order parts.
  • Inspect first articles, build test stands, and provide continuous support for parts on robot development platforms.

Job requirements

  • 2+ 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 designing and building prototypes.
  • Experienced with simulation and analysis methodology (FEA, MATLAB, etc.).
  • Ability to write and maintain clean documentation for design processes.
  • Experience with electromechanical integration, such as sensors, motors, motor drivers, wire harnesses, and communication buses.
  • Experience with high volume manufacturing processes.

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