Figure AI
Mechanical Engineer, Arms
$120K–$250K
San Jose, CA +1 · Full-time · Posted Jul 2, 2026
- Location
- San Jose, CA
San Jose, California, United States - Experience
- 2+ years of experience in mechanical engineering.
- Education
- Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Mechanical, Biomechanical, Robotics, Mechatronics, or similar field.
About the job
Design, prototype, test, and support mechanical hardware components for humanoid robot arms.
What you'll do
- Design 3D CAD parts to meet load, form-factor, and durability requirements; create 2D drawings using GD&T per ASME Y14.5.
- Build prototypes and test stands to evaluate assembly, range of motion, and wire routing; inspect first articles.
- Coordinate supplier selection and parts orders, and support parts on robot development platforms.
What they ask for
- Expertise using 3D CAD software to design parts with complex geometry; experience designing and building prototypes.
- Experience with simulation and analysis methods such as FEA or MATLAB, and maintaining design documentation.
- Experience with actuators, including strain-wave, planetary, or cycloidal.
- Experience with electromechanical integration, including sensors, motors, motor drivers, wire harnesses, and communication buses.
Nice to have
- Experience with high-volume manufacturing or contract manufacturers.
- CATIA V6 or wire harness design experience.
Pay
USD 120,000 to USD 250,000 per year (base salary)
Tools
3D CAD, GD&T, ASME Y14.5, FEA, MATLAB, CATIA V6
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