Mechanical Engineer Intern [Fall 2026]

San Jose, CAPosted 15 days ago

Role Overview

Figureai is hiring a Mechanical Engineer Intern [Fall 2026]. This is a internship role in San Jose. Part of Figureai's Qa hiring, posted 2 weeks ago. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.

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Job description

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 Mechanical Engineering intern for Fall 2026 to design, test, and implement key hardware components for our humanoid robot. This internship is designed for students in their final year of an undergraduate or master’s program, as well as recent graduates who are on track to complete their degree by the end of 2026, or the following year.

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

Requirements:

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

Bonus Qualifications:

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)

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Where is the Mechanical Engineer Intern [Fall 2026] position at Figureai located?

This position is based in San Jose. Figureai has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.

What does a Mechanical Engineer Intern [Fall 2026] at Figureai earn?

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When was the Mechanical Engineer Intern [Fall 2026] role at Figureai posted?

This role was posted on June 24, 2026 (15 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.

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