Hardware Test Internship (Fall 2026)

Figure; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Figure is seeking a Hardware Test Engineering Intern to help design, build, and validate electromechanical test stations for humanoid robot hardware. You will collaborate with mechanical, electrical, and software engineers to solve integration challenges in a fast-paced environment.

The role involves developing test procedures, automating data collection with Python, and bringing up test stations to ensure accurate measurements, reliability, and safe operation.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Robotics, or Mechatronics with at least two years completed.
• Hands-on experience designing, assembling, and testing mechanical or electromechanical systems.
• Basic programming in Python for equipment control, test automation, or data analysis.
• Familiarity with data acquisition systems and laboratory equipment.
• Ability to interpret test data and document findings clearly.
• Availability for an 8–12 month internship with in-office collaboration five days per week.

Responsibilities

• Design and build test fixtures and scalable test stations for functional, performance, and reliability testing of robotic components and subassemblies.
• Integrate mechanical fixtures, electrical wiring, data acquisition systems, power supplies, sensors, actuators, and controllers into complete test setups.
• Develop test procedures and pass/fail criteria based on hardware design requirements and expected operating conditions.
• Develop test sequences and modify test configurations to control test equipment, automate test operation, and collect and analyze measurement data.
• Perform test station bring-up and qualification, including checking measurement accuracy, repeatability, data capture, and safety interlocks.
• Execute tests, monitor hardware behavior, and document results, anomalies, and failures.
• Troubleshoot test setups and support root cause investigations across mechanical, electrical, and software interfaces.
• Create and maintain fixture drawings, electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, bills of materials, and test documentation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve test coverage, station reliability, and testing efficiency.

Skills

Test engineering

Robotics

Python

Data analysis

Electromechanical integration

Team collaboration

Education

Pursuing degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Robotics, or Mechatronics

Tools

CATIA V6

CAN

Oscilloscope

DMM

3D printing

Job description

• Figure’s Hardware REL team is looking for a motivated Hardware Test Engineering Intern for an extended internship of 8–12 months. You will help design, build, and validate electromechanical test stations to evaluate the functionality, performance, and reliability of humanoid robot hardware
• This hands-on role combines mechanical fixtures, electrical hardware, sensors, actuators, and motion control. You will collaborate with mechanical, electrical, and software engineers to solve practical integration challenges in a fast-paced engineering environment
• Design and build test fixtures and scalable test stations for functional, performance, and reliability testing of robotic components and subassemblies
• Integrate mechanical fixtures, electrical wiring, data acquisition systems, power supplies, sensors, actuators, and controllers into complete test setups
• Support the development of test procedures and pass/fail criteria based on hardware design requirements and expected operating conditions
• Develop test sequences and modify test configurations to control test equipment, automate test operation, and collect and analyze measurement data
• Perform test station bring-up and qualification, including checking measurement accuracy, repeatability, data capture, and safety interlocks
• Execute tests, monitor hardware behavior, and document results, anomalies, and failures
• Troubleshoot test setups and support root cause investigations across mechanical, electrical, and software interfaces
• Create and maintain fixture drawings, electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, bills of materials, and test documentation
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve test coverage, station reliability, and testing efficiency

A portfolio, website, or project examples demonstrating relevant hands-on work and your individual contributions

Ability to interpret test data, troubleshoot problems systematically, and document findings clearly

Interest in robotics, hardware testing, and reliability engineering

Availability for an 8–12-month internship with in-office collaboration five days per week

Pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Robotics, Mechatronics, or a related engineering field, with at least two years completed by the start of the internship

Basic programming experience in Python or a similar language for equipment control, test automation, or data analysis, and familiarity with Git

Familiarity with basic electrical circuits, wiring, sensors, and laboratory equipment such as multimeters, oscilloscopes, or bench power supplies

Hands-on experience designing, assembling, and testing mechanical or electromechanical systems through coursework, personal projects, internships, or engineering teams

Strong attention to detail and the ability to collaborate effectively across engineering disciplines

Exposure to reliability testing, accelerated life testing, manufacturing testing, or failure analysis

Familiarity with calibration, measurement uncertainty, gauge repeatability and reproducibility (GR&R), or test-station qualification

Experience with Python-based test automation, data visualization, or Linux

Familiarity with data acquisition systems and communication interfaces such as CAN, serial, USB, or Ethernet

Experience with fixture design, 3D printing, machining, soldering, or other prototyping and fabrication methods

Experience integrating motors, motor controllers, load cells, encoders, thermocouples, or other test instrumentation

Experience with mechanical CAD tools, particularly CATIA V6, or electrical schematic design tools