1X Technologies

Biomechanics Researcher

San Carlos, CA

Sponsorship not specified$200k-$250kDetected 35 days ago

PythonRoboticsMechanical DesignActuators

About the role

1X Labs exists to provide the science and technology that enables human-level, general-purpose humanoids.
Our work spans sensing, actuation, materials, control, and intelligence, with the expectation that fundamental discoveries ultimately become real products.
The Biomechanics function sits at the intersection of biology and engineering.

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.
You will study biological systems to understand how they generate force, absorb energy, sense contact, maintain stability, and adapt to changing environments.
From those observations, you'll develop performance models, scaling laws, and engineering targets that influence the design of actuators, sensors, materials, mechanisms, and control systems.
Develop quantitative performance models that define human-level capability across locomotion, manipulation, sensing, and physical interaction
Design and execute experiments that reveal the mechanisms underlying biological performance and adaptation

PhD in Biomechanics, Biomedical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a closely related field with 5+ years of experience.
Demonstrated expertise beyond descriptive biomechanics, with a focus on modeling, quantitative analysis, or engineering applications
Strong secondary background or hands-on experience in robotics, controls, materials, mechanical systems, or related engineering disciplines
Proven ability to translate biological insights into actionable engineering specifications or performance targets

Experience working with robotics, electromechanical systems, or advanced hardware platforms
Familiarity with CAD, simulation environments, and engineering analysis tools
Strong proficiency in Python or similar tools for modeling, analysis, and scientific computing

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

Establish engineering specifications and benchmarks derived from biological systems that directly influence hardware and software development
Identify performance gaps between robotic systems and biological reference systems, providing actionable guidance for closing them
Enable cross-functional teams to make better design decisions by translating biological insights into practical engineering constraints and opportunities
Deep expertise in biomechanics and biological performance analysis
Ability to translate biological observations into engineering models, specifications, and design requirements
Strong experimental mindset with experience designing, instrumenting, and analyzing complex physical systems
Ability to work effectively across multiple disciplines including robotics, controls, materials, sensing, and mechanical systems
Intellectual rigor combined with the ability to operate effectively in highly ambiguous research environments
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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