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 Mechanical Design Engineer with experience owning complex mechanical modules from concept through production. The ideal candidate has operated in a high-tech, fast-paced environment, is comfortable driving across multiple stakeholders, and has a strong background in design, testing, validation, and scaling hardware to production. Robotics experience is not required.

Responsibilities:

• Design structural parts and assemblies in 3D CAD that meet load, durability, manufacturability, and packaging requirements within a tightly constrained envelope
• Collaborate closely with actuator, sensing, and electronics teams to integrate subsystems into a unified hand structure
• Perform structural analysis, tolerance stack-ups, and FEA to validate design intent
• Generate accurate 2D drawings using GD&T in accordance with ASME Y14.5
• Prototype, build, and test components to validate structural performance and reliability
• Partner with supply chain, contract manufacturers, and manufacturing engineers to drive designs through NPI and into production
• Own and drive Failure Analysis & Corrective Actions (FA/CA) for issues discovered during manufacturing, testing, or field use
• Communicate clearly and proactively across a small, fast-moving team — structure touches every subsystem and requires constant cross-functional coordination
• Some international travel

Requirements: 

• 2+ years of meaningful experience in structural or mechanical engineering at a high-tech company (consumer electronics, EV, aerospace, or similar)
• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
• Expert in 3D CAD (CATIA preferred; NX, SolidWorks, or equivalent accepted)
• Experience owning structural design end-to-end: requirements, tradeoffs, build, and validation
• Strong understanding of structural analysis, FEA, and material selection
• Experience shipping hardware at scale, including working with contract manufacturers and supporting NPI builds
• Excellent cross-functional communication and collaboration skills — ability to work across actuator, sensing, and electronics teams in a fast-paced, flat organization
• Comfortable operating in a high-ambiguity environment without rigid process frameworks

Bonus Qualifications: 

• 5+ years of experience
• Experience with body-in-white or body structures in consumer electronics or EV programs
• Production engineering experience with high-volume manufacturing

The US base salary range for this full-time position is between $120,000 - $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.

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 Mechanical Design Engineer with experience owning complex mechanical modules from concept through production. The ideal candidate has operated in a high-tech, fast-paced environment, is comfortable driving across multiple stakeholders, and has a strong background in design, testing, validation, and scaling hardware to production. Robotics experience is not required.

Responsibilities:

• Design mechanical parts and assemblies in 3D CAD that meet structural, durability, manufacturability, and industrial design requirements
• Generate accurate 2D drawings using GD&T in accordance with ASME Y14.5
• Perform tolerance stack-ups and review quality and inspection reports to ensure design intent is met
• Prototype, build, and test components / systems to validate performance, reliability, and lifetime requirements
• Lead and support testing / validation efforts at the component, module, and system level
• Collaborate closely with electrical engineers and systems/integration teams on electromechanical designs
• Partner with supply chain, contract manufacturers, manufacturing engineers, and quality teams to drive designs through NPI and into production
• Own and drive Failure Analysis & Corrective Actions (FA/CA) for complex issues discovered during manufacturing, testing, or field use
• Inspect first articles, support build readiness, and continuously support hardware on 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 owning and designing complex mechanical systems/modules end-to-end, including requirements definition, design tradeoffs, build, and validation
• Experience working across multiple disciplines with competing and strict technical requirements
• Experience with engineering analysis and simulation tools (e.g., FEA, MATLAB, or equivalent)
• Strong understanding of statistical analysis methods (e.g., Cp/Cpk, Design of Experiments (DOE), variance and sensitivity studies) for component- and system-level characterization, validation, and manufacturing readiness
• Experience shipping hardware at scale, working with contract manufacturers, supporting NPI builds, and driving complex Failure Analysis & Corrective Actions
• Familiarity with electromechanical integration, including sensors, motors, motor drivers, wire harnesses, and communication interfaces

Bonus Qualifications: 

• 5+ years of experience
• Experience in controls, integration, and validation
• CATIA V6 Experience

The US base salary range for this full-time position is between $120,000 - $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. 

Figure is an AI Robotics company developing a general purpose humanoid. Our humanoid robot, Figure 02, is designed for commercial tasks and the home. We are based in San Jose, CA. It’s time to build.

We are looking for a Senior Mechanical Engineer to design, test, and implement a charging system for our humanoid robot. 

Responsibilities:

• Design parts in 3D CAD that satisfy load conditions, industrial design form factor, and durability requirements. 
• Concept to production ownership of the mechanical and thermal components. 
• Work with our electrical engineering team to ensure the electrical systems meet mechanical and reliability requirements. 
• Work with our compliance team to ensure the design meets UL and other certification requirements
• Build prototypes to test assembly, wire routing, and performance.
• Generate accurate 2D drawings using GD&T per ASME Y14.5.

Requirements: 

• 3+ years of experience in mechanical engineering
• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Mechanical, Biomechanical, Robotics, Mechatronics, or similar field
• Experience using 3D CAD software to design parts with complex geometry
• Experience designing and building prototypes
• Familiar with simulation and analysis methodology
• Ability to write and maintain clean documentation for your design process. 

Bonus Qualifications: 

• Experience with power electronics, chargers, or other electromechanical assemblies. 
• Experience with design for manufacturing and design for assembly principles.

The US base salary range for this full-time position is between $160,000 - $240,000 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

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 a Electrical Interconnect Engineering Intern for Fall 2026 to support the design, prototyping, and validation of electrical interconnect systems (connectors, cable harnesses, and electromechanical interfaces) for humanoid robotic platforms. This role emphasizes mechanical design, hands-on prototyping, and reliability testing in dynamic environments (vibration, mating cycles, and thermal loading). This role will work closely with senior engineers on connector design concepts, prototyping activities, and reliability engineering (REL) tasks. This is a hands-on opportunity to contribute to real hardware programs in a fast-paced robotics environment.

Responsibilities:

• Support connector and cable harness design activities (concept development, CAD modeling, drawings).
• Define mechanical details: tolerances, fits, plastic design considerations.
• Assist with prototype builds, test fixture preparation, and hardware validation.
• Help execute reliability testing and define failure modes (mating cycles, strain relief, environmental exposure).
• Support documentation such as test plans, reports, and engineering change inputs.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams (EE, ME, manufacturing, supply chain).
• Assist with lab organization, part tracking, and prototype logistics.

Requirements:

• Currently pursuing a BS or MS in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field, and is in their final year of school. 
• Exposure to CAD tools (CATIA, SolidWorks, AutoCAD).
• Ability to break down complex problems and recommend solutions from a first principles approach.
• Hands-on mindset and willingness to work in a lab environment.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Bonus Qualifications:

• Experience with cable harnesses, interconnects, or 3D printed prototyping.
• Injection molding basics.
• Familiarity with basic reliability or validation testing.
• Ability to read technical drawings and basic electrical schematics.
• Data analysis exposure is a plus.

The US base salary range for this full-time position is between $40 – $45/hr.

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.

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.

Figure AI's Reliability team is looking for a motivated and talented Reliability Test Engineering Intern to join our team for an extended internship of 8 to 12 months. In this role, you will be a key contributor to the development and testing of our humanoid hardware systems, ensuring our products are meeting the reliability targets. This is a unique, hands-on opportunity to apply your academic knowledge to real-world challenges in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

Responsibilities: 

• Design and build custom scalable test stations to perform functional, performance, and reliability testing on key robotic sub-assemblies.
• Develop mechanical and electrical systems incorporating diverse hardware components including, DAQ, communication modules, actuators, and sensors.
• Facilitate the electromechanical integration of sensors, motors, and controllers, ensuring proper functionality and communication within the system.
• Generate detailed electrical schematic drawings and wiring diagram documentation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams on hands-on testing, data analysis, and iterative design improvements.
• Contribute to the root cause analysis and resolution of complex hardware-software integration issues across mechanical, electrical, and control domains.
• Conduct test-station bring-up and qualification to ensure system robustness, and drive setup improvements to meet testing and data-capture requirements.

Requirements: 

• Portfolio or website showcasing relevant projects and your role
• Pursuing a degree in Mechanical, Robotics, Mechatronics, Electrical or a related engineering field, with at least two years completed by the start of the internship
• Demonstrated hands-on experience designing, building, and testing mechanical or electromechanical prototypes.
• Familiarity version control (Git) and programming (e.g., Python, C++, C, MATLAB)
• Strong hands-on hardware aptitude and a proven ability to take hardware projects from concept to reality.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for effective collaboration with cross-functional teams.
• A genuine passion for robotics and hardware development.

Bonus Qualifications:

1. Proficiency in CAD software for mechanical and electrical design. (CATIA V6 experience)
2. Familiarity with rapid prototyping (3D printing, circuit design)
3. Familiarity with manufacturing processes and first article inspection
4. Familiarity with test station qualification process
5. Experience with sensors, motors, or electromechanical systems
6. Familiarity with Linux

The US hourly range for this internship position is between $35 - $45/hr. 

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. 

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 Reliability Test Electrical Engineer to design and develop test stations for our humanoid robots to ensure that they are meeting our product lifetime reliability targets.

Responsibilities: 

• Develop and implement scalable and flexible hardware test systems and instrumentation to meet critical data acquisition and performance requirements for humanoid robot systems and components, including computing, cameras, power distribution, batteries, sensors, radio devices, and actuators.
• Validate test solutions, and support test system integration and execution activities, including hands-on bring-up and debugging.
• Drive test station qualification to ensure test accuracy, repeatability, and stability.
• Prepare and review design artifacts (drawings, schematics, layouts, bills of materials, etc.) for and with peers and external suppliers to ensure test readiness and compliance.
• Collaborate with hardware design, reliability, and failure analysis engineers to develop and execute accelerated life test plans that validate product performance against design specifications and requirements.

Requirements: 

• 2+ years of experience in hardware test engineering, with a focus on test station design, implementation or deployment.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Experience with a variety of test hardware, including PLCs, power supplies, electronic loads, DAQs, sensors, pogo-pin interfaces.
• Knowledge of communication protocols (CAN, Ethernet, UART, I2C, SPI) and hands-on experience with configuring and debugging these interfaces.
• Ability to design interfaces and support PCBAs for test setup.
• Experience with automation tools, programming languages, and test frameworks.

Bonus Qualifications: 

• Experience designing and executing test plans for robotic, automotive, or consumer products.
• Experience collaborating with test equipment suppliers to specify and develop custom test setups.
• Experience supporting high-volume manufacturing test stations at contract manufacturers (CMs).
• CAD experience (CATIA, EPLAN, SolidWorks Electrical, etc.)
• Experience working with electric motors, actuators, batteries, or battery-powered systems.
• Knowledge in statistical methods (6s, SPC, Cpk) for data analytics

The US base salary range for this full-time position is between $120,000 - $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. 

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 a Mechanical Engineer to support in the design, testing, and implementation of the battery for the Figure robots.

Responsibilities:

• Design parts in 3D CAD related to the battery that satisfy thermal, electrical, structural and durability requirements. 
• Build prototypes to test assembly, functionality, and performance. 
• Design test set ups related to the battery. 
• Generate accurate 2D drawings using GD&T per ASME Y14.5.
• Work with our GSM team to pick suppliers and order parts.
• Inspect first articles, build test stands, and continuously support part on robot development platforms. 

Requirements: 

• 1-3 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 batteries at the pack level and cell level (pouch, cylindrical, prismatic).
• Experience with laser welding.
• Able and willing to travel internationally and domestically 25% of the time. 

Bonus Qualifications: 

• Experience with high volume manufacturing processes.
• Experience working with contract manufacturers.
• CATIA V6 experience

The US base salary range for this full-time position is between $120,000 - $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. 

Figure is an AI robotics company developing a general-purpose humanoid robot designed to address global labor shortages and assist in everyday life. Our humanoid is built to operate effectively in both industrial and home environments, leveraging advanced AI to learn, adapt, and interact naturally with the world around it.

We are seeking a Product Architect to own our custom data collection devices at Figure. You will be responsible for designing the products that enable all of our AI policy advancement. You must be highly technical, carry an extreme ownership mindset at all times, and have an aptitude for balancing systems level thinking with fine grained detail. 

Responsibilities

• Own the product design for data collection devices at Figure
• Fully understand what is needed from data collection devices to train our AI models
• Work cross-functionally to design, develop, ship, and maintain these devices
• Work daily with AI developers on prototypes and concepts to push state-of-the-art
• Work with our GSM team to select a suppliers and order parts

Requirements

• 8+ years experience in design for consumer electronics (or similar)
• Expert in using 3D CAD software to design parts with complex geometry
• Experience designing and building prototypes
• Aptitude towards technical leadership, including maintaining a clear vision, guiding teams, and problem solving across groups
• Excellent communication skills including ability to distill complex ideas/issues into digestible concepts
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical, Biomechanical, Robotics, Mechatronics, or similar field

Bonus Requirements

• Experience with high volume manufacturing processes
• Experience working with contract manufacturers

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. 

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 Failure Analysis (FA) Engineer to be in charge of analyzing failures from product development and field uses to ensure that issues are addressed to meet our product reliability targets. We are looking for someone with strong FA skills and is able to execute end-to-end failure analysis at component (e.g. PCBAs, actuators), module (e.g. hand, battery pack), and system (robot) levels. 

Responsibilities:

• Analyze robot and component failures from test and field to find root cause of failure.
• Collaborate with cross-functional partners, including ME/EE Design, Manufacturing, System Integration, SW/FW, and CMs to find and implement corrective actions (CA).
• Implement best FA practices and streamline FA processes to minimize FA to CA time.
• Identify and procure FA equipment and contribute to in-house FA Lab build and improvement.
• Supervise and drive supplier FAs.

Requirements:

• Minimum 2 year experience in hardware failure analysis in robotic, automotive, or consumer industry.
• Understand typical hardware failure modes, mechanisms, FA determination methods, and mitigations, such as fracture (overload vs. fatigue), glue delamination, contamination, corrosion, solder crack, etc.
• Real world product development and FA experience in at least 2 relevant areas such as PCBA, battery cell/pack, harness/connector, metals, plastics, actuator/moving part.
• Possess at least some of following physical FA skills and familiarity in using relevant equipment:
• Optical inspection w/ Keyence microscope.
• Laser Induced Breakdown Spectroscopy (LIBS) material analysis
• SEM/EDS imaging and elemental analysis
• CT, X-ray and interpret the data (VGStudio experience preferred)
• FTIR chemical analysis and interpret the result
• Mechanical cross-sectioning of PCBAs
• Mechanical assembly / teardown using torque tools.
• Electrical triage based on circuit diagram and using tools such as DMM, lock-in IR thermography, oscilloscope, probe station, function generator, IV-Tracing, TDR.
• Instron material testing system.

Bonus Qualification:

• CATIA V6 experience for viewing ME design CAD.
• Altium experience for viewing EE PCBA design.
• Experience in specifying and building a FA lab.
• Experience with high volume manufacturing processes.
• Experience working with contract manufacturers

The US base salary range for this full-time position is between $120,000 - $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. 

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 HW Reliability Technician to build test setups and execute reliability tests in humanoid robot development from prototype through production.

Responsibilities: 

1. Set up and perform reliability tests at component, module and final product levels. 
2. Build and assemble fixtures and functional check stations for reliability tests.
3. Analyze test data to evaluate product performance against technical requirements/specifications.
4. Maintain and debug test equipment to ensure equipment uptime.
5. Assist failure analysis actions such as visual inspection, function check, teardown analysis, electrical debug, and material analysis.
6. Coordinate with external testing and FA partners for outsourced tasks.
7. Manage multiple work streams and test equipment in parallel, assist test planning and scheduling, ensure timely completion of tests, and report out test results.
8. Document reliability test procedure, test observation, analyze test data, report to reliability engineers and crossfunctional teams. 

Requirements: 

1. Minimum 2 year hands-on experience in hardware reliability testing.
2. Strong experience with operation and maintenance of reliability test equipment, such as ED shakers, temperature humidity chambers, shock/drop towers, IP (ingress protection) testers, salt mist/spray testers, Instron machines. 
3. Experience with measurement and data aquisition equipment, such as accelerometers, strain gauges, thermocouples, digital multimeters, source meters, oscilloscopes.
4. Ability to build and dis-assemble test setups, mechanical assemblies with little to no documentation or engineering support, familiar with torque tools.
5. Ability to use basic hand tools and perform electrical hardware tasks including wiring, soldering, and assembling custom harnesses.
6. Ability to interpret engineering drawings, CAD models, PCBA and harness schematics to set up tests and diagnose issues.
7. Ability to read test code, interpret and diagnose test results.
8. Familiarity with computer based tools such as but not limited to CMD prompt, Google Suite, Confluence, Jira, and in house development GUI’s.
9. Ability to manage multiple test flows and equipment in parallel with attention to details.
10. Ability to learn and execute quickly in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, results-driven.

Bonus Qualification:

1. CATIA 3D design tool experience.
2. Reliability test failure modes and mechanisms knowledge. 
3. Failure analysis experience, such as use of microscopes, X-ray/CT.
4. PCB rework experience.
5. Programming experience, e.g. Python, Java, C++.
6. Experience with 3D printing, machining, or other prototype fabrication methods. 
7. Experience with high volume manufacturing processes.
8. Robotics, automotive, consumer product experience.

The US base salary range for this full-time position is between $45-$65 an hour.

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. 

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 Hardware Reliability Engineer in charge of driving design for reliability, designing and executing test plans for our humanoid robots to ensure they meet our lifetime specs. 

Responsibilities: 

• Collect and analyze current and prospective product use cases to define hardware reliability specs and validation methods.
• Lead DFMEA efforts with design engineers to analyze and assess potential design risks, detection and mitigation methods.
• Develop and execute accelerated life tests for materials, modules, and systems, e.g. structural parts, joints, softgoods, robot head/torso, charger, EMC, full robot and robot ecosystem product.
• Work with test engineers to develop custom test fixtures, electronics, and codes.
• Working with cross-functional teams, own reliability test planning and preparation in-house and at supplier sites.
• Drive and manage internal/external resources and suppliers in executing reliability tests in each engineering build.
• Support failure analysis from reliability tests, fleet operations, and field uses.
• Document failures and work with design and manufacturing engineers to resolve issues.
• Conduct physics-based and statistical analysis on test and field failures to assess risk and provide actionable recommendations.

Requirements: 

• Minimum 2 years of work experience in reliability engineering.
• Bachelor's degree or higher in mechanical, electrical, materials engineering or related field
• Strong knowledge of hardware failure modes and failure physics.
• Strong knowledge in developing accelerated life test specs and methods, such as high temperature high humidity, thermal cycle, vibration, shock, and load/use cycle tests.
• Familiarity with Weibull++, JMP, or related data analysis software.
• Experience in hardware assembly and instrumentation setup.

Bonus Qualifications: 

• Experience with CATIA for 3D mechanical design.
• Experience with Altium for viewing PCBA design.
• Experience with electric motors, gearboxes, or actuators.
• Experience with reliability modeling, e.g. Ansys Sherlock analysis, and Monte Carlo simulation.
• Experience with testing standards such as JESD22, ISO16750, GMW3172, MIL-STD-810.  
• Experience with coding languages such as Python, MATLAB, C.
• Knowledge of failure analysis tools and techniques such as optical microscopy, CT/Xray, SEM/EDS, PCBA cross-sectioning. 

The US base salary range for this full-time position is between $120,000 - $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. 

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 Reliability Test Engineer to design and execute test plans for our humanoid robots to ensure that they are meeting our reliability targets. We are looking for someone with a strong hardware test background and is able to design and run automated and scalable test setup on robotic modules and systems.

Responsibilities: 

• Develop reliability test setup for actuators, batteries, structures, wirings, sensors, modules and full system etc. according to robot-specific usage and life requirements.
• Authorize test procedures and train engineers/technicians to execute the test..
• Manage multiple reliability test workstreams in parallel.
• Report test status and results to cross-functional teams.
• Own the Failure-to-Fix Lifecycle: Lead deep-dive root cause analysis (RCA) on all reliability failures; design and execute reproduction tests to isolate root causes, and develop rigorous validation protocols to verify that design iterations have successfully mitigated the failure mode.

Requirements: 

• 2+ years of experience in test engineering and reliability tests.
• Bachelor's degree or higher in mechanical, mechatronics, robotics, or similar engineering field.
• Strong knowledge of 3D CAD with designing, implementing, and executing test setups for novel components.
• Strong knowledge of GD&T and producing 3D and 2D drawings.
• Strong knowledge of accelerometers, load cells, couplers, strain gauges and relevant set up and data acquisition techniques.
• Strong experience with environmental and mechanical reliability tests, such as high temperature high humidity, thermal shock, thermal cycling, vibration, shock tests.
• Strong cross-functional teamwork skills and experience in bringing a product from prototype to mass production.

Bonus Qualifications: 

• Experience with high volume manufacturing processes.
• Experience working with contract manufacturers.
• CATIA V6 experience.
• Knowledge in developing accelerated life reliability tests. 
• Experience with designing and executing test plans for robotics.
• Experience with electric motors, various gearboxes, or actuators.
• Experience with batteries or battery powered systems.
• Experience with consumer electronics and/or automotive testing standards such as JESD22-A104, ISO16750-1, UL2595, IEC 60068 and GMW3172.
• Experience with Root Cause Analysis (RCA) methodologies like 8D or 5-Why in a fast-paced R&D environment.
• Experience with Weibull++, JMP, or related statistics analysis software.
• Knowledge of failure analysis tools and techniques.

The US base salary range for this full-time position is between $120,000 - $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. 

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 New Product Introduction (NPI) Engineer to oversee and drive the successful execution of prototype and pilot production builds. This role requires a strong leader who can coordinate cross-functional teams, manage materials and resources, maintain schedules, and ensure a smooth production process from start to finish. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment and has a hands-on approach to problem-solving.

Responsibilities:

• Manage the MBOM (Manufacturing Bill of Materials): Ensure accuracy, completeness, and availability of all components needed for the build.
• Change Management: Perform or coordinate change impact analysis, track implementation of ECNs and design changes.
• Oversee Prototype Builds: Track and coordinate the arrival of all required materials, consumables, and staffing resources necessary for the build. Act as primary DRI for coordinating all build activities. 
• Develop & Maintain Build Schedule: Create and enforce timelines, ensuring alignment with production goals and deadlines.
• Record & Track Issues: Maintain detailed documentation of all issues encountered during the build, from component failures to process inefficiencies.
• Drive Issue Resolution: Ensure all Directly Responsible Individuals (DRIs) address and resolve issues in a timely manner, pushing for root cause analysis and corrective actions.

Requirements: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 3+ years of experience in NPI, manufacturing, or project management.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, BOM management, and supply chain logistics.
• Understanding of PLM/ERP/MRP systems, scheduling tools, and data analysis.
• Strong communication and leadership skills with the ability to drive accountability.

The US base salary range for this full-time position is between $135,000 - $200,000 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. 

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 Senior Mechanical Engineer focused on Fan and Duct Design to own the end-to-end development of the robot’s airflow systems from early impeller geometry prototypes to production-ready assemblies released to manufacturing.

Responsibilities:

• Own the mechanical design of the robot’s fan assemblies: impellers, housings, ducts, diffusers, seals, shrouds, baffles, and mounting structures.
• Translate CFD-engineered impeller geometry into fully detailed, moldable components with proper drafts, ribs, gates, cooling channels, and tooling strategies.
• Develop manufacturable plastic parts (injection-molded), metal components, and hybrid structures for quiet, efficient airflow.
• Select, qualify, and integrate fan motors including BLDC, slotless motors, PMSMs, or custom motor architectures depending on system targets.
• Collaborate with motor vendors and CMs to determine winding specs, bearings, back-EMF constants, and long-life design constraints with additional support from the Figure motor team
• Support thermal and acoustic engineers by designing test fixtures, running airflow tests, and validating fan performance.
• Own iterative cycles: prototype → measure → redesign → retest.
• Drive supplier engagement on tooling, gating, draft strategies, warpage control, and tolerance analyses.
• Partner with GSM and CMs to close out DFM, tooling release, mold trials, and FAIs.
• Create drawing packages, GD&T, BOMs, and assembly instructions for production.
• Collaborate with CFD, thermal, acoustics, system architecture, IDand manufacturing teams to converge on a highly optimized fan system.
• Work with global suppliers to evaluate materials, molding processes, motor options, and assembly methods.
• Provide hands-on build support for engineering units and early factory runs.

Requirements: 

• 5+ years experience in mechanical engineering, electromechanical design, turbomachinery components, or similar.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Aerospace, or related field.
• Expert in 3D CAD modeling and surfacing; comfort with complex geometries derived from CFD.
• Deep understanding of mechanical design for airflow systems: fans, ducts, impellers, shrouds, or related components.
• Experience turning CFD geometry into manufacturable CAD suitable for tooling.
• Familiar with experimental methods for measuring flow, pressure, and acoustic performance.
• Strong DFM knowledge for injection molding, tooling, and assembly.
• Ability to write clear documentation, test plans, and release packages.

Bonus Qualifications: 

• Experience with small BLDC fan motors, custom motor sourcing, or electromechanical integration.
• Background in acoustics, noise reduction, vibration isolation, or fan blade noise characterization.
• Experience with high-volume plastic injection molding and tool releases.
• CATIA V6 experience.

The US base salary range for this full-time position is between $160,000 - $200,000 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. 

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 Thermal Prototyping to rapidly design, prototype, and test thermal solutions that reduce noise and improve system reliability across our robot platform. This role is extremely hands-on: continuously building models, running benchtop experiments, instrumenting components, and helping push the boundaries of silent thermals for humanoid robotics.

Responsibilities:

• Design, build, and iterate 3D CAD models of thermal components: heat sinks, cold plates, airflow channels, fans, ducts, insulation, and passive/active cooling structures.
• Prototype concepts using FDM/SLA prints, CNC, sheet metal, foam, gasketing, and rapid thermal mockups.
• Run experiments that characterize noise sources and thermal loads across heat generating components including motors, gearboxes, electronics, and actuators.
• Evaluate fan characteristics and system impedance to optimize for minimal acoustic signature
• Instrument prototypes with thermocouples, microphones, accelerometers, airflow sensors, and DAQ hardware.
• Perform thermal bench testing, steady-state and transient measurements, and acoustic testing (near-field, far-field).
• Perform smoke tests, dye flow visualization, and IR thermography to understand heat flow and hotspot mechanisms.

Requirements: 

• 2+ years of experience in mechanical, thermal, or electromechanical hardware development.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Thermal Engineering, Mechatronics, or similar.
• Strong 3D CAD proficiency
• Experience building prototypes and running hands-on thermal/acoustic tests.
• Familiarity with simulation tools (CFD, FEA, or equivalent).
• Comfort working with fans, heat sinks, interface materials, and general thermal componentry.
• Ability to design, execute, and document structured experiments.

Bonus Qualifications: 

• Background in acoustic modeling, vibration damping, or noise isolation techniques.
• Experience with DAQs, IR cameras, sound chambers, hot-wire anemometers, or other instrumentation.
• CATIA V6 experience.

The US base salary range for this full-time position is between $120,000 - $180,000 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. 

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 a Mechanical Engineer to design, test, and implement key hardware components that are part of the robot ecosystem.

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, and wire routing.
• Generate accurate 2D drawings using GD&T per ASME Y14.5.
• Work with our GSM team to select a supplier and order parts.
• Inspect first articles, build test stands, and provide continuous support for parts on robot development platforms.

Requirements: 

• 2+ 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 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 between $120,000 - $180,000 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. 

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 a Mechanical Engineer 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: 

• 2+ 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 between $120,000 - $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. 

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 a Senior Reliability Engineer in charge of developing and executing reliability test plans for the printed circuit board assemblies (PCBAs), harnesses, and connectors to ensure they meet our humanoid robot product reliability targets. We need someone who can derive reliability targets and test specs with incomplete field usage knowledge, give data-driven recommendations to the design and manufacturing teams for what to improve, and advocate for design for reliability in the design phase. 

Responsibilities: 

• Work with cross-functional teams, own hardware reliability requirements and validation strategy.
• Develop and execute accelerated life tests for PCBAs, electronic components, electrical harness and connectors.
• Lead DFMEA efforts with design engineers to assess design risks, impacts, controls, and corrective actions.
• Design reliability test flows and procedures, communicate with internal and external/CM teams to execute tests and report results. 
• Work with test engineers to design setup and fixtures used in reliability testing.
• Guide and support PCBA, harness, connector failure analysis, design of experiments (DOEs) and corrective action processes with cross-functional teams.
• Analyze field data, assess field risks, and design tests that correlate to field usage conditions.

Requirements: 

• 5+ years of experience in relevant reliability engineering areas.
• Bachelor's degree or higher in relevant science and engineering fields.
• Strong knowledge of environmental reliability test principles, models, and methodologies, such as high temperature high humidity, thermal cycle/shock, mechanical vibration/shock.
• Strong knowledge of industry test standards such as AECQ, JEDEC, IPC standards.
• Strong knowledge of electrical circuits, PCBA design and relevant SW tools (e.g. Altium).
• Strong knowledge of PCBA, harness and connector failure modes, mechanisms, and FA techniques.
• Hands-on experience on field reliability risk analysis and failure prediction methods.
• Hands-on experience with Weibull++, JMP, or other reliability statistical analysis software.
• Hands-on experience on electronic circuit debug and relevant tools, e.g. source meter, oscilloscope. 
• Hands-on experience with 3D CAD tool (e.g. CATIA).

Bonus Qualifications: 

• Experience of shipping reliable robotics, consumer or automotive products.
• Knowledge of PCBA, harness and connector manufacturing processes and quality control practices.
• Hands-on experience of CATIA V6 CAD.
• Hands-on experience of finite element analysis (FEA) SW, e.g. Ansys.
• Hands-on experience of FA tools & techniques such as SEM/EDS, CT-Xray, Cross-section, FTIR.
• Hands-on experience of accelerometers, load cells, strain gauges and relevant setup and data acquisition techniques.

The US base salary range for this full-time position is between $150,000 - $225,000 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. 

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 a Mechanical Engineer 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: 

• 2+ 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 between $120,000 - $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.