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Mechanical Engineer, Softgoods/Plastics

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San Jose, CAFull-time$120–180K/yrPosted 1y agoStill listed 3 days ago

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Compensation
$120–180K/yr
Location
San Jose, CA
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Bachelor's degree

Job overview

Figure is hiring a Mechanical Engineer, Softgoods/Plastics. Figure, an AI robotics company based in San Jose, is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to own softgoods and plastic parts, designing components that meet load, form factor, and durability requirements while collaborating closely with industrial designers and suppliers.

Key focus areas include 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., and Own the industrial design robot buck, keep up to date with latest files from engineers and communicate with suppliers..

Important skills include Mechatronics, 3D CAD, Industrial Design, GD&T, ASME Y14.5, and Documentation. Preferred (not required): Robotics, Computational Geometry, Injection Molding, and FEA.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Mechatronics3D CADIndustrial DesignRoboticsComputational GeometryInjection MoldingGD&TASME Y14.5DocumentationFEAMATLABCATIA V6Simulation and Analysis Methodology

Qualifications

5+ Years Mechanical Engineering ExperienceExperience With Industrial Design DepartmentsBachelor's or Master's Degree in Mechanical or Biomechanical or Robotics or Mechatronics or Similar FieldExperience With High Volume Manufacturing Processes Injection Molding and Die CuttingExperience Designing and Building PrototypesExperience With Contract ManufacturersExperience With Fabric ManufacturingExperienced With Simulation and Analysis Methodology FEA MATLAB EtcCATIA V6 Experience

Full job description

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:

  • 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.

Requirements:

  • 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.

Bonus Qualifications:

  • Experienced with simulation and analysis methodology (FEA, MATLAB etc.)

  • Experience working with contract manufacturers.

  • Experience with fabric manufacturing

  • 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.

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