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Mechanical Engineer, Softgoods/Plastics

Figure· Hardware
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San Jose, CA$120k - $180kfull-timePosted 10mo ago

About the role

Figure is an AI robotics company developing autonomous general-purpose humanoid robots. The goal is to ship humanoid robots with human level intelligence. The role owns softgoods and plastic parts development.

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.

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.
Last updated Oct 7, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

About Figure

The future of home help is here

Figure is the first-of-its-kind AI robotics company bringing a general purpose humanoid to life.

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