Lab Technician

Figure•San Jose, CA

19d•$35 - $45

About The Position

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 Facilities Lab Technician, who will be responsible for the continuous operation, maintenance, and safety of our laboratory environments. This role ensures that all lab utilities, equipment, and safety systems function within specified parameters to support uninterrupted Robot research. You will act as the bridge between general building maintenance and specialized laboratory requirements.

Requirements

Education: Associate’s degree in a technical field (Electronics, Mechanical Systems) or a Life Science degree with strong mechanical aptitude.
Experience: 2–5 years in a laboratory, clinical, or highly regulated manufacturing environment.
Technical Proficiency:
Familiarity with GLP/GMP (Good Laboratory/Manufacturing Practices).
Ability to read blueprints, P&IDs (Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams), and electrical schematics.
Experience using CMMS software (e.g., Blue Mountain, Maintenance Connection).
Physical Requirements: Ability to lift 50 lbs, climb ladders, and work in confined spaces or around hazardous materials (with proper PPE).
The "Fixer" Mindset: A proactive approach to identifying potential failures before they happen.
Communication: Ability to explain technical and mechanical issues to non-technical scientific staff.
Reliability: Willingness to participate in an "on-call" rotation for emergency facility alarms.

Responsibilities

Perform routine preventative maintenance on lab equipment
Monitor and maintain critical utilities , compressed air, Chilled water, and specialty gas manifolds. (Argon/Nitrogen)
Oversee HVAC performance, ensuring proper air change rates, pressure differentials, and temperature/humidity control.
Coordinate with external vendors for specialized equipment calibrations and repairs.
Serve as a point of contact for Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) protocols.
Manage the inventory, labeling, and removal of hazardous, chemical, and biohazardous waste
Conduct weekly inspections of emergency stations (eyewash, safety showers) and chemical storage areas.
Maintain meticulous documentation and logs to ensure audit readiness (FDA, ISO, or OSHA standards).
Manage the layout and installation of new lab equipment, ensuring proper power and utility hookups.
Maintain an inventory of spare parts and consumables for facility-related hardware.