Gear Machinist
Figure AI · San Jose, CA · HQ
CHECKED 5H AGO
Roboticsonsitesenior$94k–$166k
At a glance
Highlights
- Produce precision gears and gear systems for humanoid robots.
- Operate hobbing machines, skiving, CNC lathes and manual mills.
- Inspect gears and improve designs with engineering and production teams.
Ideal candidate
A seasoned, safety-conscious machinist who thrives in fast-paced collaborative shops and enjoys mentoring others while perfecting precision hardware for cutting-edge robots.
Requirements
- 10+ years of experience in a related industry
- Proficient in gear hobbing processes, tooling selection, and setup
- Hands-on experience with gear skiving for internal profiles and splines
- Strong knowledge of gear geometry, tolerances, and quality standards
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, and gear specifications
- Able to work in a fast-paced and collaborative environment
- Exceptional organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills
- Safety conscious, dependable, and a positive attitude
Lab profile
About Figure AI
AI robotics company developing autonomous general-purpose humanoid robots.
What they build
- Autonomous general-purpose humanoid robots
Known for
- Autonomous humanoid manipulation
- Visuomotor robot learning (Helix)
- Scalable manufacturing and field deployment
Key facts
- Headquartered in San Jose, CA
- Data operations in São Paulo, Brazil