San Jose, United States
Quality Engineer - Metrology
Figure · San Jose · United States
Posted: 12/17/2025 · Last checked: 10/12/2026
Job description
Quoted in full from Figure's job posting. Gavroche does not edit it.
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 Quality Engineer to work in our manufacturing facility helping to manage the Incoming Quality Lab.
Responsibilities:
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Manage Incoming Quality Lab, manage QC workload, priority and make sure all equipments are in good operation oder.
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Develop Quality Control Plan and Quality Work Instructions Lead and supervise QC inspectors to perform dimensional, visual and functional verifications.
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Lead MRB meetings, manage MRB processes, collaborate with associated parties to resolve issues related.
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Perform dimensional, visual, functional verification and other inspections per QC plan or Work Instructions.
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Review and Approve First Article Inspection Report.
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Initiate Non-conformance Report and Oversee Open Quality Tracker.
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Keep the QC area in clean and organized conditions.
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Support other QC related activities.
Requirements:
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5+ years of similar experiences in a manufacturing environment.
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Able to read and interpret engineering drawings and CAD models.
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Expert on GD&T ASME Y14.5-2009 or ASME Y14.5-2018.
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Expert on Sampling Plan C=0, and ASQ Z1.4/MIL-STD-105.
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Proficiency with common inspection tools, including Digital Height Gage, caliper, micrometer, thread gages, etc.
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Attention to detail: capable of maintaining precision in a fast-paced environment.
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Strong communication skills: good verbal and written communications skills with analytics and numeracy.
Bonus Qualifications:
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Proficiency with CMM, OMM.
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Certifications such as ASQ CQE, CQM, CRE, CQA.
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Robotics or other high tech industry experience.
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Understanding of manufacturing processes, quality systems, and industrial engineering principles.
The US base salary range for this full-time position is $150,000 to $225,000 per year.
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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