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Gear Machinist

Figure · San Francisco Bay Area

📍 San Jose, CAvia greenhousePosted 2026-06-18
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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 skilled Gear Machinist to join our machine shop. In this role, you will work closely with engineering and production teams to design, produce, and inspect precision gears and gear systems that are critical to our development.  Responsibilities:  Assess tools and material needed for projects Set up and operate gear hobbing machines to produce various types of gears to tight tolerances  Perform gear skiving operations for internal gears, splines, and hard-to-reach profiles  Set up and operate CNC lathes with live tooling as needed Set up and operate manual mills and lathes as needed  Perform gear inspection using various inspection methods  Provide feedback and solutions to improve designs and manufacturing efficiency  Provide training to team members  Maintain inventory of cutting tools, raw materials, and gear blanks  Maintain a safe, organized, and collaborative shop environment  Document and track workflow, inspection results, and non-conformances  Perform preventative maintenance and repair on machines and equipment  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  Must be able to work in a fast-paced and collaborative environment  Exceptional organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills Safety conscious, dependable, and a positive attitude Bonus Qualifications:  Experience with gear grinding operations  Fabrication and/or welding experience  Familiarity with metrology tools such as CMMs The US base pay range for this full-time position is between $45/hr-$80/hr 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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