Lead Humanoid Actuation Systems Engineer

Figure; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

Figure, an AI robotics company based in San Jose, CA, is seeking a Systems Integration Engineer focused on actuators. The role involves collaborating with teams across design and manufacturing to deliver robust actuation systems for humanoid robots. Candidates should have 5+ years of experience in robotic systems, proficiency in Matlab and Python, and a solid understanding of mechanics and controls. The position offers a competitive salary range of $150,000 to $250,000 annually.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on experience working on robotic or electromechanical systems.
• Experience integrating sensors and control tuning of motion systems.
• Proficiency in lab equipment for validation and system-level debugging.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate on the deployment of actuators within the humanoid robot.
• Define and execute design-validation and production-scale test plans.
• Develop real-time diagnostic algorithms to enable fall-back strategies.

Skills

Robotic systems experience

Matlab proficiency

Python proficiency

Control tuning skills

Understanding of mechanics and dynamics

Linux development environments

Lab equipment proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical/Controls Engineering, Robotics

Tools

C++

Communication buses (Ethernet, Ethercat, Serial, SPI, I2C)

Job description

Figure, an AI robotics company based in San Jose, CA, is seeking a Systems Integration Engineer focused on actuators. The role involves collaborating with teams across design and manufacturing to deliver robust actuation systems for humanoid robots. Candidates should have 5+ years of experience in robotic systems, proficiency in Matlab and Python, and a solid understanding of mechanics and controls. The position offers a competitive salary range of $150,000 to $250,000 annually.