Staff Polymers Engineer
Figure(2 months ago)
About this role
Figure is hiring a Polymers Engineer to drive material strategy for softgoods used across a general-purpose humanoid robot platform. The role focuses on developing and validating materials to meet safety, durability, tactile quality, and manufacturability goals while partnering with design, suppliers, and manufacturing for scale-up. The position is based in San Jose and requires in-office collaboration.
Required Skills
- Polymer Selection
- Elastomers
- Softgoods
- Material Specifications
- DOE Execution
- Prototyping
- Overmolding
- Durability Testing
- Supplier Engagement
- CMF Development
+9 more
Qualifications
- Bachelor's or Master's in Materials Science, Polymer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Chemical Engineering
About Figure
figure.aiFigure is an AI robotics company building general-purpose humanoid robots for everyday home use. Their flagship hardware, Figure 03, is a human-shaped robot designed to perform household tasks and assist around the home. Figure pairs its bodies with Helix, a proprietary AI stack that enables navigation and robust behavior in unpredictable, ever-changing home environments. The company positions its robots as reliable, intelligent home helpers that understand and operate in domestic spaces like a person would.
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