About the posting
“We are looking for Manufacturing Engineer to design our build process for scaling our robot fleet.”
Read the full posting on Figure's site
Seen live Oct 23, 2026; first seen Oct 22, 2026.
Pay in context
This posting lists $115,000 to $250,000 a year, a midpoint of $182,500.
The midpoint is higher than 48 percent of engineering (not software) postings in San Jose, CA that list pay.
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How long it has been open
Posted Jun 4, 2024, 871 days ago, and seen on Figure's careers page today.
At 871 days old, it is over the 49-day median.
Figure at a glance
Figure has 91 open postings that we can see, 13 in engineering (not software); 60 percent list pay.
The application
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Place and cost of living
On site in San Jose, CA; prices in CA run 11 percent above the US average.
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The engineering (not software) market in San Jose, CA
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From Figure's posting
This is Figure's own text, as published on its job board. We last checked it on Oct 23, 2026. Apply on Figure's site. We remove a posting when the employer closes it.
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 Manufacturing Engineer to design our build process for scaling our robot fleet.
Responsibilities
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Set up the internal build line to manufacture module level and full robot system assemblies.
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Analyze and optimize manufacturing processes to improve efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness.
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Monitor production metrics and KPIs, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions.
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Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure manufacturability and design for assembly principles are incorporated.
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Qualify vendors for piece part and assembly level manufacturing.
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Set up end of line design validation testing and in process QC checks.
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Develop fixturing to support the assembly.
Requirements
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Experience in manufacturing engineering.
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Expert knowledge of manual and automated assembly techniques.
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Experience with Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), including implementation, integration, and optimization.
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Expert in 3D CAD software.
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Specify and procure manufacturing equipment, tools, and fixtures required for production.
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Ability to travel up to 40% of the time.
Bonus Qualifications
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Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Mechanical, Biomechanical, Robotics, Mechatronics, or similar field.
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CATIA V6 experience.
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Robotics or other high tech industry experience.
The US base salary range for this full-time position is $115,000 to $250,000 per year.
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.