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System Integration Engineer - Torso Subsystem
figure.ai, San Jose, California, United States, 95199
San Jose, CA
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 based in San Jose, CA and require 5 days/week in-office collaboration.
We are seeking a
System Integration Engineer
to lead the integration, bring-up, and validation of the torso subsystem. This is the central hub for power distribution, compute, communication, and actuator control in our humanoid robot. This role spans early design prototyping through full-system integration and will work closely with electrical, mechanical, firmware, and software teams to deliver reliable, high-performance torso systems that meet power, communication, and safety requirements across the full robot.
Key Responsibilities
Plan and execute
integration and validation
of the torso subsystem from prototype to full-robot build.
Lead
electrical bring-up
and configuration of the Main Robot Controller (MRC), Power Distribution Unit (PDU), Comms PCBA, and Battery/BMS systems.
Develop and implement
test plans
to validate power delivery, communication interfaces (Ethernet, PCIe, USB, CAN, Wi-Fi, 5G, mmWave), and thermal performance.
Stand up
validation stands, fixtures, and instrumentation
for subsystem and system-buck validation.
Manage
first-article builds
of electronic and compute assemblies, verifying firmware programming, BIOS setup, and network configuration.
Conduct
thermal and load testing
of CPU, GPU, NVME, and fan systems; validate cooling solutions and airflow design.
Perform
sensor and actuator validation , including IMU orientation and actuator behavior checks.
Execute
failure analysis and root cause investigations
across power, communication, and control domains; collaborate with design teams to implement fixes.
Document
integration processes, test results, and validation data
for traceability and future scaling.
Support
system-level integration
to ensure robust communication and power management across all subsystems.
Requirements
5+ years of experience in
robotics, electromechanical integration, or systems engineering .
Strong background in
electrical or mechatronic systems , including power distribution and embedded electronics.
Hands-on experience with
hardware bring-up, validation testing, and diagnostics .
Proficiency with
lab equipment
(oscilloscopes, power supplies, DAQs, network analyzers, thermal sensors).
Familiarity with
Ethernet, CAN, USB, and wireless communication protocols .
Ability to
design and execute test plans
and interpret data for system-level reliability.
Excellent documentation, collaboration, and debugging skills in fast-paced development environments.
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical, Systems, or Robotics Engineering (or equivalent experience).
Bonus Qualifications
Experience with
power systems
and
thermal management .
Familiarity with
Sitara or STM microcontrollers , embedded firmware integration, and BIOS configuration.
Prior work on
humanoid or mobile robotic systems .
Experience developing
automated test rigs or validation tools
for system bring-up.
The US base salary range for this full-time position is between $150,000 and $250,000 annually.
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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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 based in San Jose, CA and require 5 days/week in-office collaboration.
We are seeking a
System Integration Engineer
to lead the integration, bring-up, and validation of the torso subsystem. This is the central hub for power distribution, compute, communication, and actuator control in our humanoid robot. This role spans early design prototyping through full-system integration and will work closely with electrical, mechanical, firmware, and software teams to deliver reliable, high-performance torso systems that meet power, communication, and safety requirements across the full robot.
Key Responsibilities
Plan and execute
integration and validation
of the torso subsystem from prototype to full-robot build.
Lead
electrical bring-up
and configuration of the Main Robot Controller (MRC), Power Distribution Unit (PDU), Comms PCBA, and Battery/BMS systems.
Develop and implement
test plans
to validate power delivery, communication interfaces (Ethernet, PCIe, USB, CAN, Wi-Fi, 5G, mmWave), and thermal performance.
Stand up
validation stands, fixtures, and instrumentation
for subsystem and system-buck validation.
Manage
first-article builds
of electronic and compute assemblies, verifying firmware programming, BIOS setup, and network configuration.
Conduct
thermal and load testing
of CPU, GPU, NVME, and fan systems; validate cooling solutions and airflow design.
Perform
sensor and actuator validation , including IMU orientation and actuator behavior checks.
Execute
failure analysis and root cause investigations
across power, communication, and control domains; collaborate with design teams to implement fixes.
Document
integration processes, test results, and validation data
for traceability and future scaling.
Support
system-level integration
to ensure robust communication and power management across all subsystems.
Requirements
5+ years of experience in
robotics, electromechanical integration, or systems engineering .
Strong background in
electrical or mechatronic systems , including power distribution and embedded electronics.
Hands-on experience with
hardware bring-up, validation testing, and diagnostics .
Proficiency with
lab equipment
(oscilloscopes, power supplies, DAQs, network analyzers, thermal sensors).
Familiarity with
Ethernet, CAN, USB, and wireless communication protocols .
Ability to
design and execute test plans
and interpret data for system-level reliability.
Excellent documentation, collaboration, and debugging skills in fast-paced development environments.
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical, Systems, or Robotics Engineering (or equivalent experience).
Bonus Qualifications
Experience with
power systems
and
thermal management .
Familiarity with
Sitara or STM microcontrollers , embedded firmware integration, and BIOS configuration.
Prior work on
humanoid or mobile robotic systems .
Experience developing
automated test rigs or validation tools
for system bring-up.
The US base salary range for this full-time position is between $150,000 and $250,000 annually.
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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