1X · 10 hours ago
Hardware Technician - Hands
Palo Alto, California, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$25.96/hr - $48.46/hr
5+ years exp1X is a company at the forefront of developing advanced humanoid robots designed for household use. They are seeking an experienced Hardware Technician to work closely with hardware and software disciplines to design, fabricate, and test electromechanical prototypes, helping accelerate product development and innovation.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)ManufacturingRobotics
Responsibilities
Partner with EE, FW, and MEs to accelerate development cycles for our robotic hand
Debug and test PCBAs on initial bring-up and validation, flash firmware, and perform component rework when needed
Design, fabricate, and assemble custom mechanical prototypes, including structural components, enclosures, joints, and mechanisms for robotic systems
Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, and software engineers to ensure smooth integration of prototypes into the overall system design
Perform hands-on assembly and testing of prototypes to validate fit, function, and performance under real-world conditions
Document your work by creating drawings, assembly guides, and test reports to support future development and scalability
Qualification
Required
5+ years of experience in robotics, automotive, consumer electronics hardware development organizations
Experience with electrical testing equipment like oscilloscopes and power supplies and data logging
Experience with CAD tools such as SolidWorks, Fusion 360, or Onshape for creating 3D models and engineering drawings
Strong hands-on experience with 3D printers, CNC machines, laser cutters, manual machining tools, and hand tools
Excellent problem-solving skills and a creative, hands-on approach to hardware development
Experience creating detailed documentation, including assembly guides and test procedures
Preferred
Experience working with robotic systems and mechatronic assemblies
Experience in designing custom test rigs for component validation
Understanding of data acquisition systems and test automation tools
Benefits
Health, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with company match
Paid time off and holidays
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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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$136.49MKey Investors
EQT VenturesOpenAI Startup Fund
2025-07-07Series B
2024-01-11Series B· $99.94M
2024-01-11Secondary Market
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