1X · 5 months ago
Supplier Development Engineer – Motors / Magnets
Palo Alto, California, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$110K/yr - $180K/yr
6+ years exp1X is a company focused on developing advanced humanoid robots for household use. They are seeking a Supplier Development Engineer to enhance their supply chain and ensure the delivery of high-quality robotics components. The role involves collaborating with engineering teams, evaluating suppliers, and leading quality improvement initiatives.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)ManufacturingRobotics
Responsibilities
Partner with engineering and sourcing teams to select suppliers based on capabilities in motor and magnetic component manufacturing
Evaluate suppliers’ motor winding, rotor/stator assembly, and magnet bonding processes
Ensure consistency in torque-speed characteristics, thermal performance, and EMI compliance
Support rotor balancing, bearing preload setups, and encoder integration
Lead the supplier industrialization process from design through production ramp-up
Support suppliers with tooling, equipment, and process qualifications
Assess supplier readiness for vehicle builds and manage production risk
Drive the APQP process and support PPAP through the start of production
Train suppliers on 1X’s quality systems and review part quality documentation
Lead root cause and corrective action efforts for supplier quality issues
Monitor and report supplier quality metrics to ensure ongoing improvement
Apply lean and quality tools to drive continuous improvement across the supply base
Travel up to 40%, domestically and internationally, sometimes on short notice
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or a related engineering field
6+ years of experience in quality, supplier quality, or manufacturing—ideally in automotive, aerospace, or medical devices
Hands-on experience launching new products and improving quality systems
Skilled in problem-solving methods like Six Sigma, 8D, and root cause analysis
Proficiency with quality tools such as FMEAs, control plans, SPC, MSA, and capability studies
Understanding of manufacturing processes related to electronics, batteries, and precision sensors
Strong experience with supplier audits, APQP, PPAP, and production ramp-ups
Ability to read engineering drawings and use GD&T; knowledge of ISO 9000 and IATF 16949 quality systems
Preferred
Certifications like CQE, Six Sigma Green Belt, or Quality Auditor
Experience with tooling and fixture validation
Proficiency in Microsoft Office; Google Workspace experience
Benefits
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Company
1X
1X is an engineering and robotics company that develops humanoid robots designed to work alongside humans.
201-500 employees
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Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$136.49MKey Investors
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2025-07-07Series B
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