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Senior Gear Design Engineer

San Jose, CA · On-site

$160K - $250K/yr

We are looking for a Senior Gear Design Engineer to own gear and transmission design for our ... for this full-time position is between $160,000 - $250,000 annually. The pay offered for this ...

Figure

Senior Gear Design Engineer

San Jose, CA · On-site

$160K - $250K/yr

We are looking for a Senior Gear Design Engineer to own gear and transmission design for our ... for this full -time position is between $160,000 - $250,000 annually. The pay offered for this ...

OpenAI

Actuator Gear Design Engineer

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$266K - $380K/yr

About the Role We are seeking an Actuator Gear Design Engineer to lead the development of custom gears and gear stages for advanced robotic systems. You will own actuator development from early ...

Milwaukee Tool

Design Engineer II

Brookfield, WI · On-site

As a Design Engineer II for Milwaukee you will be located at our Brookfield, WI office. Our ... gear design, statics and dynamics, noise and vibration and a variety of machine element design.

Milwaukee Tool

Design Engineer II

Brookfield, WI

As a Design Engineer II for Milwaukee you will be located at our Brookfield, WI office. Our ... gear design, statics and dynamics, noise and vibration and a variety of machine element design.

Milwaukee Tool

Design Engineer II

Brookfield, WI · On-site

Design Engineer II - Trade Tool NPD INNOVATE WITHOUT BOUNDARIES! At Milwaukee Tool we firmly ... gear design, statics and dynamics, noise and vibration and a variety of machine element design.

Milwaukee Tool

Design Engineer II

Brookfield, WI · On-site

Design Engineer II Design Engineer II - Power Tools NPD INNOVATE WITHOUT BOUNDARIES! At Milwaukee ... gear design, statics and dynamics, noise and vibration and a variety of machine element design.

Milwaukee Tool

Design Engineer II

Brookfield, WI · On-site

Design Engineer II - Trade Tool NPD INNOVATE WITHOUT BOUNDARIES! At Milwaukee Tool we firmly ... gear design, statics and dynamics, noise and vibration and a variety of machine element design.

Milwaukee Tool

Design Engineer II

Brookfield, WI · On-site

Design Engineer II Design Engineer II - Power Tools NPD INNOVATE WITHOUT BOUNDARIES! At Milwaukee ... gear design, statics and dynamics, noise andvibrationand a variety of machine element design.

Northern Gear

Design Engineer

Muskego, WI · On-site

$55K - $70K/yr

Northern Gear & Machining is looking for a skilled Design Engineer to join our growing team. This ... We offer full-time career opportunities, a clean and climate-controlled shop environment, and room ...

Northern Gear

Design Engineer

Muskego, WI · On-site

Northern Gear & Machining is looking for a skilled Design Engineer to join our growing team. This ... We offer full-time career opportunities, a clean and climate-controlled shop environment, and room ...

Milwaukee Tool

Design Engineer II

Milwaukee, WI

Design Engineer II - Product Support Engineering INNOVATE WITHOUT BOUNDARIES! At Milwaukee Tool we ... gear design, statics and dynamics, noise and vibration, and a variety of machine element design

Milwaukee Tool

Design Engineer II

Milwaukee, WI · On-site

Design Engineer II - Product Support Engineering INNOVATE WITHOUT BOUNDARIES! At Milwaukee Tool we ... gear design, statics and dynamics, noise and vibration, and a variety of machine element design

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How much do full time gear design engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 31, 2026, the average yearly pay for full time gear design engineer in the United States is $111,500.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $84,000.00 and $139,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Full Time Gear Design Engineer vs Mechanical Gear Designer?

AspectFull Time Gear Design EngineerMechanical Gear Designer
CredentialsBachelor's in Mechanical Engineering or related field, CAD certificationsBachelor's in Mechanical Engineering, CAD experience
Work EnvironmentEngineering firms, manufacturing companies, R&D departmentsDesign studios, manufacturing plants, engineering teams
Industry UsageCommon in automotive, aerospace, industrial machineryUsed across similar industries, often interchangeable
Job FocusDesigning, analyzing, and testing gear systemsCreating gear models, drafting, and detailing gear components

While both roles involve gear design, a Full Time Gear Design Engineer typically has broader responsibilities including analysis and testing, whereas a Mechanical Gear Designer focuses more on drafting and modeling gear components. Both roles require similar credentials and are used in comparable industries, but the engineer position often involves more comprehensive project involvement.

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Senior Gear Design Engineer

Figure

San Jose, CA • On-site

$160K - $250K/yr

Full-time

Posted 14 days ago

Job description

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 based in San Jose, CA and requires 5 days/week in-office collaboration.
We are looking for a Senior Gear Design Engineer to own gear and transmission design for our humanoid robot's hands - some of the most power-dense, space-constrained actuators in the world. You will take gear trains from first-principles sizing through validation and into mass manufacturing, defining how our robot grasps and manipulates the world.
Responsibilities:
  • Own gear design end-to-end: system-level sizing, macro and micro geometry definition, rating and life analysis, prototyping, validation, and ramp to mass production.
  • Perform gear sizing, contact/bending stress analysis, and micro-geometry optimization (profile and lead modifications) in KISSsoft to meet efficiency, durability, backlash, and NVH targets.
  • Design gears, shafts, and transmission assemblies in 3D CAD (CATIA) that satisfy extreme packaging, load, and durability requirements of a high-DOF robotic hand.
  • Define gear manufacturing strategy - cutting, grinding, powder metal, MIM, or plastics - and drive DFM with suppliers from first articles through high-volume production.
  • Generate accurate 2D drawings with gear data tables and GD&T per ASME Y14.5, and define inspection and metrology plans for incoming quality.
  • Build and run test rigs to characterize efficiency, backlash, wear, and fatigue life; correlate test data back to analytical models.
  • Collaborate closely with actuator, structures, EE, and manufacturing teams - proactively identifying risks, driving decisions, and unblocking the program without waiting to be asked.

Requirements:
  • 7+ years of experience designing gears and geared transmissions
  • Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Robotics, Mechatronics, or similar field
  • Demonstrated ownership of complete gear designs from initial sizing through mass manufacturing
  • Proficiency in KISSsoft (or equivalent) for gear rating, contact analysis, and micro-geometry optimization
  • Proficiency in CATIA (or equivalent high-end 3D CAD) for complex geometry and large assemblies
  • Working knowledge of AGMA/ISO gear rating standards, gear metrology, and tolerancing
  • Experience with gear manufacturing processes (hobbing, shaping, skiving, grinding, powder metal, MIM, or injection molding) and supplier development
  • A strong team player with a high sense of agency - you take ownership of outcomes, communicate openly, and elevate the people around you

Bonus Qualifications:
  • Experience with small-module, high-ratio, or high-power-density gearing (planetary, cycloidal, or strain wave)
  • Experience in robotics, surgical devices, aerospace actuation, or automotive e-drive transmissions
  • Familiarity with lubrication selection, grease DOE, and tribology for compact gearboxes
  • Experience with fatigue modeling, bearing life characterization, and accelerated life testing
  • Experience taking a product through NPI builds (EVT/DVT/PVT) and FATP at volume

The US base salary range for this full-time position is between $160,000 - $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.

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