Mechanical Engineer Intern [Winter 2027]

Figure; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Figure in San Jose, CA is seeking a Mechanical Engineer Intern for Winter 2027 to design, test, and implement key hardware components for a humanoid robot. The role targets final-year undergraduates or masters, or new grads completing by 2026/2027.

Responsibilities include 3D CAD part design, prototype build and test, GD&T drawing creation, and electromechanical integration support. A strong portfolio and hands-on hardware experience are required.

Qualifications

• Portfolio or website of relevant projects and your role.
• Pursuing a degree and having completed at least two years by internship start.

Responsibilities

• Design parts in 3D CAD that satisfy load conditions and durability requirements.
• Build and test prototypes to validate mechanical concepts.
• Generate 2D drawings with GD&T per ASME Y14.5 for tight tolerances.
• Design and build test stands and support testing across teams.
• Inspect first articles, track part quality, and support robot platforms.
• Support electromechanical integration with sensors and motors.

Skills

3D CAD

Prototype testing

Documentation

Robotics

Mechanical aptitude

Hands-on hardware

Portfolio

Education

Mechanical/Robotics/Mechatronics degree

Two years of study completed

Tools

CATIA V6

FEA/simulation tools

Job description

Mechanical Engineer Intern [Winter 2027]

San Jose, CA

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 Engineering Intern for Winter 2027 to design, test, and implement key hardware components for our humanoid robot. This internship is designed for students in their final year of an undergraduate or master’s program, as well as recent graduates who are on track to complete their degree by the end of 2026, or the following year.

Responsibilities

• Design parts in 3D CAD that satisfy load conditions, industrial design form factors, and durability requirements.
• Build and test prototypes to validate mechanical concepts and performance.
• Generate accurate 2D drawings using GD&T per ASME Y14.5 to ensure tight tolerances and proper fits.
• Design and build test stands; support mechanical engineering and systems integration teams with hands-on testing.
• Inspect first articles, track part quality, and continuously support parts on robot development platforms.
• Support electromechanical integration, including components such as sensors and motors.

Requirements

• Must submit a portfolio or website of relevant projects and your role.
• Pursuing a degree in Mechanical, Robotics, Mechatronics, or a related engineering field, having completed at least two years by the start of the internship.
• Experience using 3D CAD software to design parts with complex geometry.
• Experience designing, building, and testing mechanical prototypes.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on experience with hardware projects.
• Ability to write and maintain clean documentation throughout the design process.
• Passion for robotics and hardware development.

Bonus Qualifications

• CATIA V6 experience.
• Familiarity with manufacturing processes and first article inspection.
• Experience with sensors, motors, or electromechanical systems.
• Exposure to FEA, simulation tools, or basic programming (e.g., Python, MATLAB).

The US base pay range for this full-time position is $40.00 to $45.00 per 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.