Mechanical Engineer, Robot Ecosystem
- Pay
- $120,000 – $180,000 per year
- Location
- San Jose, CA · On-site
- Job type
- Full-time
- Level
- Mid-level
- Experience
- 2+ years
- Education
- Bachelor's degree
- Listed
- 30 days ago
Skills & highlights for this role
- 3D CAD
- GD&T per ASME Y14.5
- FEA
- electromechanical integration
Also useful
- CATIA V6
- wire harness design
- high volume manufacturing
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.
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.
Bonus Qualifications
- Experience with high volume manufacturing processes.
- Experience working with contract manufacturers.
- CATIA V6 Experience.
- Wire harness design experience.
Pay and benefits
The US base salary range for this full-time position is $120,000 - $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.
About Figure
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 that are part of the robot ecosystem.
From Figure's careers page, first listed on Rolev.ai on October 10, 2026. Rolev.ai is not the employer.
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Common questions
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The Mechanical Engineer, Robot Ecosystem posting at Figure states compensation of $120,000 – $180,000 per year. It is listed as a full-time position. Final pay may depend on location, experience, and interview evaluation on Figure's official career site.
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