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1X · 20 hours ago

Materials Engineer, Alloys

positionPalo Alto, California, United States
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityMid Level

1X is an AI and robotics company based in Palo Alto, California, focused on developing friendly home robots. They are seeking a Materials Engineer – Alloys to work on alloy development and processing for high-volume manufacturing, ensuring the performance of their humanoid robots.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)ManufacturingRobotics
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Responsibilities

Identify, evaluate, optimize, and qualify aluminum, magnesium, and steel alloys for robotic structural and functional applications
Conduct metallography, failure analysis, and microstructural characterization using techniques such as optical microscopy, SEM, and XRD
Design and execute mechanical, corrosion, and environmental testing to validate alloy performance
Collaborate with manufacturing and suppliers to scale alloy processes from lab to high-volume production
Contribute to QA/QC test plans and inspection methods to ensure consistent material quality
Support manufacturing design and troubleshooting for processes including casting, forging, machining, welding, and additive manufacturing
Stay informed on advances in aluminum and magnesium alloys and surface finishing techniques to expand material capabilities

Qualification

Alloy processing methodsMicrostructural characterizationMaterials ScienceCorrosion testingCAD designSupplier quality managementBackground in roboticsProblem-solving skillsEffective communicationCollaboration skills

Required

PhD or Master's degree in Materials Science, Metallurgy, or a related field
Hands-on experience with alloy processing methods such as casting, forging, extrusion, or additive manufacturing
Strong background in microstructural characterization and understanding of property-processing relationships
First-principles thinker with excellent problem-solving skills
Effective communicator and collaborator across cross-functional teams
Exposure to corrosion testing, coatings, or surface finishing
Familiarity with QA/QC systems and supplier quality management
Background in robotics, aerospace, or automotive alloys
Practical skills in CAD and custom equipment/tooling design

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with company match
Paid time off and holidays

Company

1X

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1X is an engineering and robotics company that develops humanoid robots designed to work alongside humans.
dateFounded in 2014
location
Moss, Ostfold, NOR
people-size201-500 employees
web-link
https://www.1x.tech

H1B Sponsorship

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2024 (3)
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Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage
Total Funding
$136.49M
Key Investors
EQT VenturesOpenAI Startup Fund
2025-07-07Series B
2024-01-11Series B· $99.94M
2024-01-11Secondary Market

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