Full-Time

Actuator Controls Engineer

Hands

Posted on 7/18/2024

Figure

Figure

51-200 employees

Develops versatile humanoid robots for industries

Robotics & Automation
Automotive & Transportation
AI & Machine Learning

Junior, Mid

Sunnyvale, CA, USA

Requires 5 days/week in-office collaboration.

Category
Robotics & Autonomous Systems
AI & Machine Learning
Required Skills
Python
Requirements
  • Experience developing robust embedded C++ and Python code
  • Exposure to bring-up and control of robotic actuators
  • Passionate about delivering a rock-solid hand control system
  • Eager to push beyond conventional limits of system bring-up pace
  • Bachelor’s degree in science or engineering
Responsibilities
  • Improve calibration, bring-up, and testing of our custom hands
  • Implement diagnostics for detecting hand failures during bring-up and on-robot operation
  • Contribute to hand feedback control development, characterization, modeling, and validation

Figure.ai develops humanoid robots designed for various tasks across multiple industries. Their main product, Figure 01, is a 5'6" tall, 60kg robot that can carry up to 20kg, run for 5 hours, and move at a speed of 1.2 meters per second. It is electric-powered and built to work in human-designed environments like manufacturing plants and warehouses. Unlike many competitors that focus on single-function robots, Figure.ai offers a versatile solution that can adapt to different tasks, making it a cost-effective choice for industrial clients. The company's goal is to enhance operational efficiency and reduce labor costs through automation, as demonstrated by their partnership with BMW Manufacturing to integrate their robots into production lines.

Company Stage

Late Stage VC

Total Funding

$830.7M

Headquarters

Sunnyvale, California

Founded

2022

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

0%

1 year growth

1%

2 year growth

-5%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • $675 million funding round boosts R&D and scaling opportunities.
  • Successful BMW integration showcases potential for widespread adoption in manufacturing.
  • Partnership with OpenAI enhances language and visual processing capabilities.

What critics are saying

  • Nvidia's Jetson Thor platform intensifies competition in humanoid robotics.
  • Tesla's planned humanoid robots by 2025 pose a significant competitive threat.
  • Dependence on automotive industry ties success to sector fluctuations.

What makes Figure unique

  • Figure 01 combines human agility with advanced AI for versatile applications.
  • Partnership with BMW highlights real-world integration in automotive production.
  • Figure 02 features self-correcting AI, enhancing operational efficiency and autonomy.

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