Mechanical Engineer Intern [Fall 2026]

Mechanical Engineer 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.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 requirementsBuild and test prototypes to validate mechanical concepts and performanceGenerate accurate 2D drawings using GD&T per ASME Y14.5 to ensure tight tolerances and proper fitsDesign and build test stands; support mechanical engineering and systems integration teams with hands-on testingInspect first articles, track part quality, and continuously support parts on robot development platformsSupport electromechanical integration, including components such as sensors and motorsRequirements:Must submit a portfolio or website of relevant projects and your rolePursuing a degree in Mechanical, Robotics, Mechatronics, or a related engineering field, having completed at least two years by the start of the internshipExperience using 3D CAD software to design parts with complex geometryExperience designing, building, and testing mechanical prototypesStrong mechanical aptitude and hands-on experience with hardware projectsAbility to write and maintain clean documentation throughout the design processPassion for robotics and hardware developmentBonus Qualifications:CATIA V6 experienceFamiliarity with manufacturing processes and first article inspectionExperience with sensors, motors, or electromechanical systemsExposure to FEA, simulation tools, or basic programming (e.g., Python, MATLAB)