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Figure · 3 weeks ago

Mechanical Engineer, Packaging Systems

San Jose, CA

Contract

Onsite

Senior Level

$175K/yr - $250K/yr

7+ years exp

Figure is an AI robotics company developing autonomous general-purpose humanoid robots. They are seeking a Mechanical Engineer focused on Packaging Systems to design, prototype, and validate all physical packaging that interacts with their robot and its ecosystem.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)HardwareIndustrial AutomationRobotics

Responsibilities

Design packaging systems and shipping enclosures for the humanoid robot, accessories, batteries, and tooling using 3D CAD

Translate industrial design goals into functional packaging structures that achieve premium aesthetic quality while meeting drop, vibration, compression, and environmental requirements

Architect multi-material packaging solutions (paperboard, corrugate, molded fiber, foams, plastics, textiles) optimized for strength, sustainability, and manufacturability

Build and iterate physical prototypes to evaluate assembly flow, part fit, ergonomics, and retail unboxing experience

Work with a manufacturer to execute packaging tests: drop testing, cyclic loading, clamp testing, shipping simulation, and climate/aging testing

Develop fixtures and test jigs for structural performance characterization

Generate accurate 2D drawings (GD&T where appropriate) per ASME Y14.5 and packaging annotation standards

Create CMF packs, BOMs, dielines, assembly instructions, pack-out sequences, and packaging specification documentation

Partner with Industrial Design to execute visual and tactile brand intent

Collaborate with manufacturing, reliability, and logistics teams to ensure packaging meets global shipping, handling, and regulatory requirements

Support first builds at suppliers and on internal lines; own packaging FAIs and continuous improvement

Qualification

3D CADMechanical EngineeringPackaging EngineeringSimulation ToolsHigh-volume Packaging ManufacturingSustainability PracticesHands-on PrototypingCATIA V6Motion/Ergonomics

Required

7+ years of experience in mechanical engineering, packaging engineering, or product design engineering

Bachelor's or Master's in Mechanical Engineering, Packaging Science, Industrial Design Engineering, or similar

Expert-level proficiency in 3D CAD (complex part modeling + assemblies)

Familiarity with simulation tools (FEA, drop simulation, etc.) and packaging-specific analysis workflows

Comfortable working hands-on: building mockups, cutting prototypes, performing mechanical tests

Preferred

Experience with high-volume packaging manufacturing: molded fiber, injection molding, thermoforming, corrugated converting, die-cutting, foam fabrication

Experience with premium consumer electronics packaging or complex electromechanical products

Experience working with contract manufacturers (CMs) and packaging vendors in Asia

CATIA V6 experience

Knowledge of sustainability practices (fiber optimization, recyclability, material LCA)

Motion/ergonomics experience related to lifting, handling, and pack-out design