Full-Time

Mechanical Engineer

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Figure

Figure

51-200 employees

Develops versatile humanoid robots for industries

Robotics & Automation
Automotive & Transportation
AI & Machine Learning

Compensation Overview

$120k - $210kAnnually

Mid, Senior

Sunnyvale, CA, USA

Requires 5 days/week in-office collaboration.

Category
Mechanical Maintenance and Reliability Engineering
Robotics and Automation Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Required Skills
GD&T
Requirements
  • 3+ 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
  • Ability to write and maintain clean documentation for your design process
  • Experience with electromechanical integration, such as sensors, motors, motor drivers, wire harnesses, and communication buses
  • Experience working with contract manufacturers
  • CATIA V6 Experience
Responsibilities
  • Design jigs, fixtures and tools which support key robot applications in 3D CAD
  • Design and assemble systems which help with robot manufacturing and integration
  • Generate accurate 2D drawings using GD&T per ASME Y14.5
  • Build test fixtures for our reliability and testing teams
  • Inspect first articles, build test stands, and continuously support applications

Figure.ai develops humanoid robots designed for various tasks across multiple industries. Their main product, Figure 01, is a 5'6" tall, 60kg robot that can carry up to 20kg, run for 5 hours, and move at a speed of 1.2 meters per second. It is electric-powered and built to work in human-designed environments like manufacturing plants and warehouses. Unlike many competitors that focus on single-function robots, Figure.ai offers a versatile solution that can adapt to different tasks, making it a cost-effective choice for industrial clients. The company's goal is to enhance operational efficiency and reduce labor costs through automation, as demonstrated by their partnership with BMW Manufacturing to integrate their robots into production lines.

Company Stage

Late Stage VC

Total Funding

$830.7M

Headquarters

Sunnyvale, California

Founded

2022

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

50%

1 year growth

152%

2 year growth

290%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Successful BMW tests show potential for widespread adoption in automotive manufacturing.
  • Recent $675 million funding round indicates strong investor confidence in Figure.
  • Integration of ChatGPT enables real-time interaction and task completion in robots.

What critics are saying

  • Tesla's upcoming humanoid robots could challenge Figure's market position by 2026.
  • Nvidia's new tools may accelerate competitors' capabilities, outpacing Figure's advancements.
  • Reliance on OpenAI ties Figure's success to OpenAI's AI model direction.

What makes Figure unique

  • Figure's humanoid robots combine human agility with advanced AI for versatile applications.
  • Partnership with OpenAI enhances robots' language and visual processing capabilities.
  • Figure 02's exoskeleton structure allows handling of heavier items in industrial settings.

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