Manufacturing Equipment Technician

San Jose, CA ROBOTICS Full-time Posted Aug 2, 2026
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About this role

Figure AI is hiring a Manufacturing Equipment Technician, full-time, on-site in San Jose, CA, in the ROBOTICS sector.

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 a Manufacturing Equipment Technician to support the Manufacturing Engineering Team with launching, maintaining, and improving assembly lines.

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.

Requirements:

  • 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.

Bonus Qualifications:

  • 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).

The US base pay range for this full-time position is $40.00 to $65.00 per hour.

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.

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