Hardware Reliability Intern [Fall 2026]

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.

Figure AI's Reliability team is looking for a motivated and talented Reliability Test Engineering Intern to join our team for an extended internship of 8 to 12 months. In this role, you will be a key contributor to the development and testing of our humanoid hardware systems, ensuring our products are meeting the reliability targets. This is a unique, hands-on opportunity to apply your academic knowledge to real-world challenges in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• • Design and build custom scalable test stations to perform functional, performance, and reliability testing on key robotic sub-assemblies.

• • Develop mechanical and electrical systems incorporating diverse hardware components including, DAQ, communication modules, actuators, and sensors.

• • Facilitate the electromechanical integration of sensors, motors, and controllers, ensuring proper functionality and communication within the system.

• • Generate detailed electrical schematic drawings and wiring diagram documentation.

• • Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams on hands-on testing, data analysis, and iterative design improvements.

• • Contribute to the root cause analysis and resolution of complex hardware-software integration issues across mechanical, electrical, and control domains.

• • Conduct test-station bring-up and qualification to ensure system robustness, and drive setup improvements to meet testing and data-capture requirements.

Requirements

• • Portfolio or website showcasing relevant projects and your role

• • Pursuing a degree in Mechanical, Robotics, Mechatronics, Electrical or a related engineering field, with at least two years completed by the start of the internship

• • Demonstrated hands-on experience designing, building, and testing mechanical or electromechanical prototypes.

• • Familiarity version control (Git) and programming (e.g., Python, C++, C, MATLAB)

• • Strong hands-on hardware aptitude and a proven ability to take hardware projects from concept to reality.

• • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen attention to detail.

• • Strong written and verbal communication skills for effective collaboration with cross-functional teams.

• • A genuine passion for robotics and hardware development.

• Bonus Qualifications:

• • Proficiency in CAD software for mechanical and electrical design. (CATIA V6 experience)

• • Familiarity with rapid prototyping (3D printing, circuit design)

• • Familiarity with manufacturing processes and first article inspection

• • Familiarity with test station qualification process

• • Experience with sensors, motors, or electromechanical systems

• • Familiarity with Linux

• The US hourly range for this internship position is between $35 - $45/hr.

• 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.