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Figure · 3 months ago

Robotics Validation Engineer

positionSan Jose, CA
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityMid, Senior Level
money$130K/yr - $250K/yr
date3+ years exp
Figure is an AI robotics company developing autonomous general-purpose humanoid robots. They are seeking a Validation Engineer to develop and execute validation and testing for critical electrical subsystems, ensuring performance, reliability, and compliance before deployment in the humanoid robot.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)HardwareIndustrial AutomationRobotics

Responsibilities

Develop and execute bench-top validation plans for electrical and mechatronic subsystems
Design and implement test setups and interfaces, including PCBA fixtures, instrumentation, and automation scripts
Plan and oversee subsystem validation through the integration stages — from prototype hardware to full robot operation
Perform data-driven testing for power, communication, and thermal performance across compute and power systems
Conduct failure analysis to identify root causes, define corrective actions, and verify fixes
Collaborate with cross-functional teams (design, firmware, systems integration, and test) to align validation with robot-level requirements
Maintain comprehensive documentation of validation test plans, procedures, and results to support traceability and scaling
Develop automation frameworks and scripts in Python to streamline validation, data collection, and analysis
Support design-for-testability and manufacturability efforts through feedback loops and test standardization

Qualification

Electrical principlesPythonTest automationLab instrumentationFixture designAnalytical skillsCompliance testingRobotics experienceFirmware validationProblem-solving skills

Required

3–5 years of hands-on experience validating complex electrical or power systems in production or R&D hardware
Strong understanding of electrical principles, circuits, and system-level power distribution
Proficiency in Python for test automation, data logging, and analysis
Hands-on experience with lab instrumentation (oscilloscopes, multimeters, PSUs, DAQs, power analyzers)
Demonstrated ability to design and implement test setups, including fixture design and measurement planning
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, capable of working across multiple engineering domains
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical, Mechatronics, or Systems Engineering (or equivalent experience)

Preferred

Experience with compliance/EMC testing and mitigation
Familiarity with robotics, mechatronic, or humanoid systems
Experience with firmware validation, scripting, or hardware-in-the-loop testing
Leadership experience driving validation projects or managing test infrastructure

Benefits

The total compensation package may also include additional components/benefits depending on the specific role.

Company

Figure

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Figure is an AI robotics company that develops autonomous general-purpose humanoid robots.
dateFounded in 2022
location
San Jose, California, USA
people-size201-500 employees
web-link
https://www.figure.ai

Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage
Total Funding
$1.85B
Key Investors
Parkway Venture CapitalIntel CapitalBrett Adcock
2025-09-16Series C· $1B
2024-02-24Series B· $675M
2023-07-17Series Unknown· $9M

Leadership Team

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Brett Adcock
Founder
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