Mechanical Engineer - Integration & Test

Figureai; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

Figureai, based in North San Jose, CA, is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join the test infrastructure team. The role involves designing and building prototype components for humanoid robots. The ideal candidate will have over 2 years of mechanical engineering experience and a degree in a relevant field.

This full-time position requires five days a week of in-office collaboration, offering a salary range of $120,000–175,000 annually, depending on skills and experience.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in mechanical engineering.
• Ability to write and maintain clean documentation for design processes.
• Experience designing and building prototypes.

Responsibilities

• Design and build prototype robot components to validate hardware.
• Develop dynos for actuator testing and validation.
• Collaborate with mechanical engineering and systems integration teams on testing.

Skills

Mechanical engineering experience

3D CAD software proficiency

Prototype design and construction

Documentation skills

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Mechanical, Biomechanical, Robotics, or Mechatronics

Tools

CATIA V6

Job description

Figure is an AI Robotics company 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. We are based in North San Jose, CA and require 5 days/week in-office collaboration. It’s time to build.

We are looking for a Mechanical Engineer to support the test infrastructure team to design, and build prototype hardware across our integration and test teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and build prototype robot components to validate hardware to real-world loading and failure conditions
• Cradle to grave ownership of prototype integration and test equipment
• Develop dynos for actuator testing, validation and integration
• Generate accurate 2D drawings using GD&T per ASME Y14.5 to ensure tight tolerances and proper fits
• Collaborate with mechanical engineering and systems integration teams on hands‑on testing

Requirements

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

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with CATIA V6
• Familiarity with manufacturing processes and first article inspection
• Experience with actuators, including strain‑wave, planetary, or cycloidal
• Exposure to sensors, motors, or electromechanical systems
• Experience with FEA, simulation tools, or basic programming (Python, MATLAB)

The US base salary range for this full‑time position is between $120,000–175,000 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.