Mechanical Engineer, Packaging Systems

Figure is an AI robotics company developing autonomous general-purpose humanoid robots. The goal of the company is to ship humanoid robots with human level intelligence. Its robots are engineered to perform a variety of tasks in the home and commercial markets. Figure is headquartered in San Jose, CA.

We are seeking a Mechanical Engineer focused on Packaging Systems to design, prototype, and validate all physical packaging that interacts with our robot and its ecosystem.

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.

Requirements:

• 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.

Bonus Qualifications:

• 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.

The US base salary range for this full-time position is between $175,000 - $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.