R&D Workcell & Facility Operations Lead

Figure; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Figure, an AI robotics company headquartered in San Jose, CA, is seeking a proactive Manager to oversee its R&D facility for robot use case testing. You will lead end-to-end workcell builds from space design to installation and ongoing maintenance, ensuring a safe, collaborative environment for engineers and operations.

The role emphasizes space planning, CAD layout, and cross-functional coordination. A minimum of 5+ years in space planning or hardware project management is required, with strong

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Space planning

Facility management

Hardware project management

CAD software

Cross-functional communication

Tools

CAD (2D/3D)

Job description

Figure, an AI robotics company headquartered in San Jose, CA, is seeking a proactive Manager to oversee its R&D facility for robot use case testing. You will lead end-to-end workcell builds from space design to installation and ongoing maintenance, ensuring a safe, collaborative environment for engineers and operations.

The role emphasizes space planning, CAD layout, and cross-functional coordination. A minimum of 5+ years in space planning or hardware project management is required, with strong