2+ years of experience in structural or mechanical engineering within high-tech sectors like consumer electronics, EV, or aerospace
Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
Proficiency in 3D CAD tools (preferably CATIA, with NX or SolidWorks as alternatives)
Demonstrated experience managing structural design from requirements to validation
Strong knowledge of structural analysis, FEA, and material selection
Experience in shipping hardware at scale and supporting NPI builds
Exceptional communication and collaboration skills across diverse teams
Responsibilities
Design and develop structural components using 3D CAD that adhere to load and manufacturability constraints
Work closely with interdisciplinary teams to integrate various subsystems into a cohesive product
Conduct structural analysis, perform tolerance stack-ups, and utilize FEA for design validation
Create detailed 2D drawings following GD&T principles as per ASME Y14.5 standards
Prototype and test components to ensure performance and reliability meet specifications
Collaborate with supply chain and manufacturing partners to transition designs into production
Lead Failure Analysis & Corrective Actions for any manufacturing or field issues
Benefits
Collaborative work environment with a small, agile team
Opportunity for international travel to support project needs
Potential for professional development and skill enhancement in a high-tech setting
Exposure to a variety of domains, especially in integrating complex systems
Full Job Description
We are looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer with experience owning complex mechanical modules from concept through production. The ideal candidate has operated in a high-tech, fast-paced environment, is comfortable driving across multiple stakeholders, and has a strong background in design, testing, validation, and scaling hardware to production. Robotics experience is not required.
Responsibilities:
Design structural parts and assemblies in 3D CAD that meet load, durability, manufacturability, and packaging requirements within a tightly constrained envelope
Collaborate closely with actuator, sensing, and electronics teams to integrate subsystems into a unified hand structure
Perform structural analysis, tolerance stack-ups, and FEA to validate design intent
Generate accurate 2D drawings using GD&T in accordance with ASME Y14.5
Prototype, build, and test components to validate structural performance and reliability
Partner with supply chain, contract manufacturers, and manufacturing engineers to drive designs through NPI and into production
Own and drive Failure Analysis & Corrective Actions (FA/CA) for issues discovered during manufacturing, testing, or field use
Communicate clearly and proactively across a small, fast-moving team - structure touches every subsystem and requires constant cross-functional coordination
Some international travel
Requirements:
2+ years of meaningful experience in structural or mechanical engineering at a high-tech company (consumer electronics, EV, aerospace, or similar)
Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
Expert in 3D CAD (CATIA preferred; NX, SolidWorks, or equivalent accepted)
Experience owning structural design end-to-end: requirements, tradeoffs, build, and validation
Strong understanding of structural analysis, FEA, and material selection
Experience shipping hardware at scale, including working with contract manufacturers and supporting NPI builds
Excellent cross-functional communication and collaboration skills - ability to work across actuator, sensing, and electronics teams in a fast-paced, flat organization
Comfortable operating in a high-ambiguity environment without rigid process frameworks
Bonus Qualifications:
5+ years of experience
Experience with body-in-white or body structures in consumer electronics or EV programs
Production engineering experience with high-volume manufacturing
The US base salary range for this full-time position is between $120,000 - $250,000 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.
About Figure
Figure is a financial technology company that provides home equity loans and other financial services. The company was founded in 2018 by Mike Cagney, a former CEO of the online lending platform, SoFi. Figure's platform uses blockchain technology to streamline the loan application process and reduce costs. The company has raised over $225 million in funding and has partnerships with several major financial institutions, including Jefferies and WSFS Bank. Figure was named one of the 50 most innovative fintech companies in the world by Forbes in 2019.
