Figure
Mechanical Engineer, Softgoods/Plastics
Job at a glance
- Pay
- $120,000 – $180,000
- Sector
- Traditional Engineering
- Posted
- Aug 25, 2025
- First found
- Sep 22, 2026, 12:11 PM ET
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About the job
Figure is an AI robotics company building general-purpose humanoid robots with human-level intelligence. Our robots are engineered to perform a wide range of tasks in commercial and industrial environments. We are based in San Jose, CA and require 5 days/week in-office collaboration. It's time to build.
We are looking for a Mechanical Engineer to own softgoods and plastic parts.
Responsibilities:
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Design parts in 3D CAD that satisfy load conditions, industrial design form factor, and durability requirements.
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Work closely with industrial designer to execute on the vision and form of the system
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Own the industrial design robot buck, keep up to date with latest files from our engineers and communicate with suppliers
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Design injection molded plastic parts with Class A surfaces
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Generate accurate 2D drawings using GD&T per ASME Y14.5.
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Inspect first articles, build test stands, and continuously support part on robot development platforms.
Requirements:
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5+ years of experience in mechanical engineering
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Experience working with industrial design departments
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Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Mechanical, Biomechanical, Robotics, Mechatronics, or similar field
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Expert in using 3D CAD software to design parts with complex geometry
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Experience with high volume manufacturing processes specifically injection molding and die cutting
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Experience designing and building prototypes
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Ability to write and maintain clean documentation for design processes.
Bonus Qualifications:
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Experienced with simulation and analysis methodology (FEA, MATLAB etc.)
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Experience working with contract manufacturers.
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Experience with fabric manufacturing
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CATIA V6 Experience
The US base salary range for this full-time position is between $120,000 - $180,000 annually.
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.