Mechanical Engineer Intern [Winter 2026] jobs in United States
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Figure · 1 month ago

Mechanical Engineer Intern [Winter 2026]

positionSan Jose, CA
timeInternship
remoteOnsite
seniorityIntern
workcardStart in 2026 Winter

Figure is an AI robotics company developing autonomous general-purpose humanoid robots, headquartered in San Jose, CA. They are looking for a Mechanical Engineering intern for Winter 2026 to design, test, and implement key hardware components for their humanoid robot.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)HardwareIndustrial AutomationRobotics

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

Qualification

3D CAD softwareMechanical prototypingMechanical aptitudeCATIA V6Electromechanical systemsFEASimulation toolsPassion for roboticsDocumentation skills

Required

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

Preferred

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)

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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