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Mechanical Engineer - All Levels
Figure AI INC · 🇺🇸 San Jose, CA
Sponsorship verdict
Sponsorship possible
One solid signal, not two — worth applying, and worth asking about sponsorship early.
- Employer is on a government sponsor recordThe US Department of Labor certified 22 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first. USCIS also records 1 H-1B approvals in FY2023. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
- The posting doesn’t mention sponsorshipSilence isn’t a refusal — ask the recruiter before investing much time.
- No salary bar for this routeH-1B has no fixed salary bar: the employer must pay at least the prevailing wage for the role and area. Cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level. Source: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/12/29/2025-23853/weighted-selection-process-for-registrants-and-petitioners-seeking-to-file-cap-subject-h-1b, rules effective 2026-02-27.
- What Figure AI INC paid sponsored hires in similar roles4 certified filings for “STAFF MECHANICAL ENGINEER - HANDS” (Mechanical Engineers) in CA: $240k–$275k, median $253k. Most were filed at wage level IV (100%) — 4 lottery entries, ≈61% projected selection odds for cap-subject employers. Source: US Department of Labor LCA disclosure data (Oct 2025 – Jun 2026).
- Confirmed live todayWhen a source last listed this job as open.
US H-1B: cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level — Level I gets 1 entry, Level IV gets 4 (DHS projected selection odds ≈15% at Level I to ≈61% at Level IV). Universities and non-profit research employers are cap-exempt. The $100,000 fee for new petitions from abroad is currently blocked by a court order (appeal pending).
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The US Department of Labor certified 22 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first. USCIS also records 1 H-1B approvals in FY2023. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
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About the role
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 looking for Mechanical Engineers to design, test, and implement key hardware components for our humanoid. Responsibilities: • Design parts in 3D CAD that satisfy load conditions, industrial design form factor, and durability requirements. • Build prototypes to test assembly, range of motion, wire routing. • Generate accurate 2D drawings using GD&T per ASME Y14.5. • Work with our GSM team to pick a supplier and order parts. • Inspect first articles, build test stands, and continuously support part on robot development platforms. Requirements: • 3+ years of experience in mechanical engineering. • Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Mechanical, Biomechanical, Robotics, Mechatronics, or similar field • Expert in using 3D CAD software to design parts with complex geometry. • Experience designing and building prototypes. • Experienced with simulation and analysis methodology (FEA, MATLAB etc.) • Ability to write and maintain clean documentation for design processes. • Experience with actuators, including strain-wave, planetary, or cycloidal. • Experience with electromechanical integration, such as sensors, motors, motor drivers, wire harnesses, and communication buses. Bonus Qualifications: • Experience with high volume manufacturing processes. • Experience working with contract manufacturers. • CATIA V6 Experience. • Wire harness design experience. The US base salary range for this full-time position is $120,000 to $250,000 per year. 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.