Mechanical Engineer, Arms

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 design, test, and implement key hardware components for our humanoid arms.  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, wire routing.  • Generate accurate 2D drawings using GD&T per ASME Y14.5. • Work with our GSM team to pick a supplier and order parts. • Inspect first articles, build test stands, and continuously support part on robot development platforms.  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 actuators, including strain-wave, planetary, or cycloidal. • Experience with electromechanical integration, such as sensors, motors, motor drivers, wire harnesses, and communication buses. Bonus Qualifications:  • Experience with high volume manufacturing processes. • Experience working with contract manufacturers. • CATIA V6 Experience. • Wire harness design experience. The US base salary range for this full-time position is $120,000 to $250,000 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.