Senior Mechanical Engineer

Figure, an AI Robotics company based in Sunnyvale, CA, is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to design, test, and implement key hardware components for their general purpose humanoid. The ideal candidate should have 5+ years of experience in mechanical engineering, a Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Mechanical, Biomechanical, Robotics, Mechatronics, or similar field, and be an expert in using 3D CAD software to design parts with complex geometry. The job responsibilities include designing parts in 3D CAD, building prototypes, generating accurate 2D drawings, working with the business team to pick a supplier and order parts, and inspecting first articles. Bonus qualifications include experience with high volume manufacturing processes, working with contract manufacturers, CATIA V6 experience, and wire harness design experience.

• 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 business team to pick a supplier and order parts.
• Inspect first articles, build test stands, and continuously support part on robot development platforms.

• 5+ 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 your design process.
• 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