Mechanical Engineer, Softgoods/Plastics

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.