Job description

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. 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 $120,000 to $180,000 per year. 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.

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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.
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.
Experienced with simulation and analysis methodology (FEA, MATLAB etc.)
Experience working with contract manufacturers.
Experience with fabric manufacturing.
CATIA V6 Experience.

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