1X · 10 hours ago
Mechanical Engineer (Mechanisms) - Hands
Palo Alto, California, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$108K/yr - $180K/yr
1+ years exp1X is a company focused on developing advanced humanoid robots for household use. They are seeking a Mechanical Engineer (Mechanisms) - Hands to design and validate robotics mechanical designs and integrate various components for optimal performance.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)ManufacturingRobotics
Responsibilities
Design, prototype, and validate robotics (electro)mechanical designs
Integrate electronics, sensors and cables in robotic joints with large range of motions and tight packaging
Optimize parts and assemblies for weight and cost
Create high-quality drawings with GD&T (ASME Y14.5) for manufacturing and production
Author concise documentation of design details, requirements, and test plan
Qualification
Required
Bachelors in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering, or higher education
Experience with CAD (preferred OnShape)
Experience with structural FEA
Strong knowledge of manufacturing techniques to ensure manufacturability for mid and high volume manufacturing
Experience bringing complex products from concept to production
Strong prototyping skills and intuition for efficient concept validation
Preferred
1-3 years experience in industry or structured research and development lab with hands on experience
Masters in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering
Experience with in casting/forging DFM
Experience in designing robots, understanding of kinematics and dynamics of robotics systems
Experience with FMEA
Experience developing highly complex mechatronics systems with several Degrees of Freedom
PCB design
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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