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Wire Harness Engineer

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San Jose, CAFull-time$125–225K/yrPosted 1mo agoVerified open 4 days ago
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At a glance

Compensation
$125–225K/yr
Location
San Jose, CA
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Job overview

Figure is hiring a Wire Harness Engineer. Figure is seeking an Electrical Hardware Engineer to design, develop, and integrate wire harness and electrical interconnect systems for humanoid robotic platforms. This role involves driving 2D and 3D wire harness design, routing, and integration within complex electromechanical assemblies, ensuring optimal performance, manufacturability, and reliability. The ideal candidate is proficient in 3D CAD and comfortable in a fast-paced startup environment.

Key focus areas include Develop and maintain 3D wire harness routing within system-level assemblies, Create 2D harness drawings, flatten layouts, and manufacturing documentation, and Define connector selection, backshells, strain reliefs, and mounting features.

Successful candidates bring 3+ Years Wire Harness Or Electrical Hardware Design Experience, Experience Working With Contract Manufacturers And Suppliers, and Comfortable In A Startup Environment. Important skills include 3D CAD, CATIA, SolidWorks, Creo, 2D Harness Documentation, and 3D Harness Documentation. Preferred (not required): Detail-Oriented, Collaboration, EWIS Standards, and USCAR Standards.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

3D CADCATIASolidWorksCreo2D Harness Documentation3D Harness DocumentationHarness Routing ConstraintsElectrical IntegrationDFM FeedbackRevision ControlProper DocumentationPLM SystemsDetail-OrientedCollaborationEWIS StandardsUSCAR StandardsRoboticsComplex Electromechanical SystemsEVT Build SupportDVT Build SupportEnoviaManufacturing Floor Issues Support

Qualifications

3+ Years Wire Harness or Electrical Hardware Design ExperienceExperience Working With Contract Manufacturers and SuppliersComfortable in a Startup Environment

Full job description

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 an Electrical Hardware Engineer to support the design, development, and integration of wire harness and electrical interconnect systems for humanoid robotic platforms. This role will drive 2D and 3D wire harness design, routing, and integration within complex electromechanical assemblies, ensuring optimal performance, manufacturability, and reliability.

The ideal candidate is highly proficient in 3D CAD, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in a fast-paced startup environment with close collaboration across EE, ME, and Manufacturing teams.

Responsibilities:

  • Develop and maintain 3D wire harness routing within system-level assemblies

  • Create 2D harness drawings, flatten layouts, and manufacturing documentation

  • Define connector selection, backshells, strain reliefs, and mounting features

  • Collaborate with EE to translate schematics into physical harness designs

  • Ensure proper bend radius, shielding, separation, and routing best practices in line with EWIS/USCAR standards

  • Support BOM creation and part selection for harness and connector components

  • Coordinate with suppliers and contract manufacturers for DFM feedback

  • Update models and drawings based on prototype learnings and MFG feedback

  • Maintain revision control and proper documentation in PLM systems

Requirements:

  • 3+ years of experience in wire harness or electrical hardware design

  • Strong experience in 3D CAD (e.g., CATIA, SolidWorks, Creo, or similar)

  • Experience creating both 2D and 3D harness documentation

  • Solid understanding of harness routing constraints and electrical integration

  • Experience working with contract manufacturers and suppliers

  • Comfortable in a startup environment with fast iteration cycles

Bonus Qualifications:

  • Experience with robotics or complex electromechanical systems

  • EVT/DVT build support experience

  • Familiarity with PLM systems (e.g., Enovia)

  • Experience supporting manufacturing floor issues

The US base salary range for this full-time position is between $125,000 - $225,000 annually.

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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