Connector & Interconnect Design Engineer

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 hands-on Connector & Interconnect Design Engineer to own the full lifecycle of custom electrical interface development — from concept and CAD modeling to drawings, testing, and supplier coordination.

This role sits at the intersection of mechanical and electrical engineering, and requires someone who can think in 3D, design for manufacturability, and validate to real-world performance requirements.

You will be the technical owner of connector and interface programs, working closely with electrical, mechanical, and manufacturing teams to bring novel interconnect solutions from whiteboard to production.

• Own 3D CAD modeling and 2D detailed drawings for custom connectors, overmolds, and electromechanical interfaces
• Design housings, contacts, strain reliefs, and sealing features with a focus on mechanical precision and DFM
• Create complete manufacturing packages: GD&T drawings, tolerancing, material callouts, and assembly instructions
• Perform connector power calculations: contact resistance, current derating, temperature rise, and mating force analysis
• Collaborate with EE to ensure interfaces meet signal integrity, shielding, and power delivery requirements
• Develop and execute validation test plans: mating cycles, pull-out force, vibration, thermal cycling, and environmental exposure
• Define acceptance criteria, document results, and drive corrective actions
• Manage custom connector programs end-to-end: RFQ, supplier selection, tooling milestones, and qualification
• Support prototype builds, first article inspections, and bench-level troubleshooting
• Maintain engineering documentation, BOMs, and revision history in PLM systems