1X Technologies

Hardware Technician - Hands

San Carlos, CA

Sponsorship not specified$26k-$48kDetected 35 days ago

A/B TestingSolidWorksFusion 360PCB DesignRoboticsHardware DesignTest AutomationCollaborationActuators

About the role

Working across mechanical, electrical, firmware, controls, and software disciplines, the team moves quickly from concept to hardware, relying on rapid prototyping and hands-on experimentation to accelerate development.
Accelerate development cycles by delivering high-quality prototypes, assemblies, and hardware modifications on aggressive timelines
Improve prototype quality and reliability by identifying issues early and providing actionable feedback to engineering teams

We're building humanoid robots that work in home - doing the chores, handling the tasks, and giving people their time back.
NEO is our flagship - a home robot designed to move, learn, and operate in the real world alongside real people.
We're scaling, we're hiring with intention, and we need people who want to build something that will genuinely change how humans spend their time - safely creating abundance for all.
We design, prototype, test, and iterate rapidly to create robotic hands capable of interacting with the world safely, reliably, and with human-like precision.
Build, debug, and validate the prototypes that enable the Hands team to move faster.
You will support the development of robotic hand systems by fabricating mechanical hardware, bringing up electronics, testing integrated assemblies, and helping engineers rapidly iterate on new designs.
As a Hardware Technician, you'll play a critical role in turning engineering concepts into functional prototypes, helping bridge the gap between design and real-world performance.

5+ years of experience supporting hardware development in robotics, automotive, consumer electronics, or related industries
Experience using electrical test equipment including oscilloscopes, power supplies, multimeters, and data acquisition tools
Proficiency with CAD software such as Onshape, SolidWorks, Fusion 360, or equivalent
Strong hands-on experience with 3D printing, CNC machining, laser cutting, manual machining, and general fabrication tools
Experience documenting assembly processes, test procedures, and development activities

Experience working with robotic systems, actuators, or mechatronic assemblies
Experience performing PCB bring-up, firmware flashing, component rework, and hardware validation
Familiarity with data acquisition systems, automated testing, and scripting tools
Experience supporting rapid prototyping efforts in fast-paced product development environments
Strong hands-on fabrication and assembly skills across mechanical and electrical systems
Strong collaboration skills and comfort working closely with engineers across multiple disciplines

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
Generous paid time off, company holidays, and parental leave
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA) options
Commuter benefits (transit and parking)
Short-term and long-term disability, and life insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental health, financial, and personal support

Support successful PCB and electromechanical bring-up through effective debugging, testing, and validation activities
Build and maintain documentation that enables repeatable assembly, testing, and future design iterations
Support cross-functional teams by ensuring mechanical, electrical, and firmware systems integrate smoothly into robotic hand platforms
Excellent troubleshooting abilities with the confidence to diagnose issues across hardware and integrated systems
Ability to move quickly while maintaining high standards for quality and attention to detail
Ownership mindset with a willingness to take initiative and solve problems independently
We've been at this since 2014 and we're at the point where the hard problems are behind us and the hard work is in front of us.

1X is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, disability, military or veteran status, justice system impact, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

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