Figure · 3 months ago
Manufacturing Equipment Technician
San Jose, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$40/hr - $65/hrFigureai is an AI Robotics company focused on developing humanoid robots for commercial and home tasks. They are seeking a Manufacturing Equipment Technician to support the Manufacturing Engineering Team in launching, maintaining, and improving assembly lines.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)HardwareIndustrial AutomationRobotics
Responsibilities
Provide technician-level support for all manufacturing equipment, including but not limited to adhesive dispense systems, 3-axis robot gantries, laser cleaners, laser welders, wirebonders, vision systems, torque tools, custom fixtures, and tooling
Serve as the first point of contact to troubleshoot issues that arise during production
Develop and own a full maintenance program, including setting preventative maintenance schedules, ensuring a proper supply of spare parts, and writing standard operating procedures for maintenance
Write standard operating procedures/work instructions for operation of equipment
Operate equipment during initial process validation builds
Train operators and associates on operation of equipment in steady state production
Support engineering teams with line setup and process validation (e.g., gauge R&R testing, process window qualification, NPI validation builds)
Support engineering teams on failure root cause investigations
Support cycle time studies
Take ownership of implementing equipment/process improvements to improve safety, quality, and throughput
Qualification
Required
Experience with high tech manufacturing tools and automation
Occasional travel to equipment vendor locations
Familiarity with basic tools and facilities equipment such as drills, soldering irons, wire crimping, and compressed air fittings
Ability to take full ownership of projects with minimal direction from managers
Respectful work attitude with a championship mindset
Excellent time management skills and a commitment to punctuality
Previous experience working in a manufacturing environment with complex equipment
Strong attention to detail with a methodical approach to documentation and organization
Ability to lift and transport materials safely (up to 50lbs as required)
Excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team setting
Preferred
Experience working with battery cells
Experience working with adhesive dispense systems
Experience working with laser weld equipment
Background in machining and fabrication
Forklift or other powered equipment certification (preferred but not required)
Company
Figure
Figure is an AI robotics company that develops autonomous general-purpose humanoid robots.
Founded in 2022
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$1.85BKey Investors
Parkway Venture CapitalIntel CapitalBrett Adcock
2025-09-16Series C· $1B
2024-02-24Series B· $675M
2023-07-17Series Unknown· $9M
Leadership Team
Brett Adcock
Founder
Recent News
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