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Senior Gear Design Engineer

Figure
Location
San Jose, CA
Posted
1 month ago
Department
Hardware
Salary
$160,000 - $250,000
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • 7+ years of experience designing gears and geared transmissions
  • Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Robotics, Mechatronics, or similar field
  • Demonstrated ownership of complete gear designs from initial sizing through mass manufacturing
  • Proficiency in KISSsoft (or equivalent) for gear rating, contact analysis, and micro-geometry optimization
  • Proficiency in CATIA (or equivalent high-end 3D CAD) for complex geometry and large assemblies
  • Working knowledge of AGMA/ISO gear rating standards, gear metrology, and tolerancing
Nice to have
  • Experience with small-module, high-ratio, or high-power-density gearing (planetary, cycloidal, or strain wave)
  • Experience in robotics, surgical devices, aerospace actuation, or automotive e-drive transmissions
  • Familiarity with lubrication selection, grease DOE, and tribology for compact gearboxes
  • Experience with fatigue modeling, bearing life characterization, and accelerated life testing
  • Experience taking a product through NPI builds (EVT/DVT/PVT) and FATP at volume
What the job really is

The Senior Gear Design Engineer at Figure will be responsible for the end-to-end design of gears and transmissions specifically for humanoid robot hands. This role involves performing gear sizing and stress analysis, designing components in 3D CAD, defining manufacturing strategies, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure successful product development and production.

Benefits
  • The US base salary range for this full-time position is between $160,000 - $250,000 annually.
  • The total compensation package may also include additional components/benefits depending on the specific role.
Things to weigh
  • Requires 5 days/week in-office collaboration
  • Salary range provided, but actual pay may vary based on individual factors
  • Focus on highly specialized gear design for robotics may limit exposure to broader engineering practices
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