1X · 6 months ago
Automation Engineer, Manufacturing
Hayward, California, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$90K/yr - $150K/yr1X is a pioneering company in the development of advanced humanoid robots aimed at household use. They are seeking an experienced Robotics Automation Engineer to enhance their manufacturing operations by developing and maintaining test automation infrastructure for humanoid robots.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)ManufacturingRobotics
Responsibilities
Design and build electromechanical test setups based on subsystem requirements and validation objectives
Apply mechanical engineering principles to develop test methodologies that uncover risks and failure modes
Execute mechanical and functional tests for humanoid subsystems (e.g., limbs, joints, enclosures) and analyze results
Collect, process, and interpret test data using Python, MATLAB, or equivalent tools
Develop and maintain detailed documentation of test plans, results, procedures, and findings
Identify root causes of failures and work with engineering teams to implement corrective actions
Support continuous improvement of validation strategies, fixtures, and data collection systems
Assist in creating scalable test processes for manufacturing and field deployments
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field
Strong grasp of core mechanical engineering principles such as statics, dynamics, stress analysis, and power transmission
Experience in designing and/or testing electromechanical systems
Proficiency in CAD (e.g., SolidWorks, CATIA) and basic understanding of GD&T
Familiarity with sensors, actuators, and data acquisition tools
Ability to analyze test data using Python, MATLAB, or similar tools
Strong documentation and communication skills
Preferred
Experience with robotic or humanoid hardware
Background in FEA, FMEA, or validation in high-reliability applications
Exposure to manufacturing environments or hardware development in startups
Benefits
Stock options
Benefits
Company
1X
1X is an engineering and robotics company that develops humanoid robots designed to work alongside humans.
Founded in 2014
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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