Grid Operations Manager

figure.ai; San Jose, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Figure, an AI robotics company headquartered in San Jose, CA, seeks a proactive Manager to oversee its R&D facility for robot use case testing. You will manage end-to-end lifecycle of workcell builds—from initial space design to installation and ongoing maintenance—supporting engineers and operations.

This role requires 5+ years in space planning, facility management, or hardware project management, CAD for layouts, and a track record of delivering buildouts.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in space planning, industrial facility management, or hardware project management.
• Proficient in CAD for 2D/3D facility layouts and workcell planning.
• Proven track record leading technical buildouts from concept to completion.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; ability to align diverse teams.
• Collaborative, pragmatic problem-solver with a low-ego, team-first mindset.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the R&D facility ensuring space is organized and functional for cross-functional teams.
• Lead end-to-end workcell builds from design to assembly, commissioning and preventive maintenance.
• Strategically map space plans to accommodate equipment and workflows.

Skills

Space planning

Facility management

Project management

Communication

Team collaboration

Tools

CAD software

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 headquartered in San Jose, CA.

We are seeking a proactive, highly organized Manager to oversee our R&D facility for robot use case testing. In this role, you will lead the end-to-end lifecycle of workcell builds - from initial space design to installation and ongoing maintenance - while maintaining an efficient, safe, and collaborative building environment for various teams at Figure including engineers and operations.

Responsibilities:

Facility & Space Operations: Oversee daily operations of the R&D facility, keeping the space organized, functional, and optimized for multiple cross-functional teams working simultaneously.

Workcell Project Management: Lead R&D workcell builds from design phase to full assembly, commissioning, and preventive maintenance.

Space Planning: Strategically map out building floor plans to accommodate incoming equipment, temporary builds, and ongoing operational workflows.

Requirements:

5+ years of experience in space planning, industrial facility management, or hardware project management.

Experience using CAD software for 2D/3D facility layout, workcell placement, and spatial planning.

Demonstrated track record of managing technical buildouts or workcell projects from concept to completion.

Strong written and verbal communication skills with an ability to keep diverse teams aligned.

Low-ego, team-first collaborative style with a pragmatic, "can-do" approach to daily problem-solving.

Bonus Qualifications:

Electrical Systems Knowledge: Practical understanding of building electrical infrastructure, power load requirements, and drop planning for industrial machinery/workcells.

Hands-On Fabrication Skills: Practical experience with custom fabrication, mechanical assembly, prototyping, or working with shop tools to build physical test rigs or workcells.

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $130,000 to $180,000 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.