$175,000 - $250,000 yearly
Figure AI
San Jose, CA, USA
Figure is an AI Robotics company developing a general purpose humanoid. Our Humanoid is designed for corporate and home tasks targeting labor shortages and jobs that are undesirable or unsafe. We are based in San Jose, CA and require 5 days/week in-office collaboration. We are seeking a Polymers Engineer to own the selection, development, and validation of softgoods materials used across the robot platform-including elastomers, foams, overmolded components, fabrics, TPU skins, silicones, blends, and engineered polymers. This role will define material specifications, evaluate emerging technologies, and lead hands-on testing and DOEs to ensure safety, durability, tactile quality, and manufacturability. Responsibilities Identify, evaluate, and specify polymers, elastomers, and softgoods materials for tactile surfaces, protective interfaces, overmold regions, joint covers, and user-contact areas. Engage manufacturers, chemical suppliers, and fabricators to explore off-the-shelf...
