Manufacturing Engineer, 1X
$90-165k
Office located in Hayward , CA
Humanoid robots for the home
Job no longer available
Humanoid robots for the home
501-1000 employees
Job no longer available
$90-165k
Office located in Hayward , CA
501-1000 employees
Company mission
To build a truly abundant society through general-purpose robots capable of performing any kind of work autonomously.
Role
Who you are
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in manufacturing engineering, especially involving precision mechanical or electromechanical assemblies
- Experience with CAM programming, fixture/tooling design, precision machining of metals or composites
- Strong understanding of design for manufacturability (DFM) and experience integrating electromechanical systems
- Familiarity with measurement techniques and standards such as GD&T, tolerance stack analysis, CMM or other high‑precision inspection methods
- Solid collaboration skills across engineering disciplines, supply chain, QA, and production teams
- Experience producing robotic actuators, joints, or other motion control systems
- Exposure to high‑mix, low‑volume environments with frequent design iteration
- Knowledge or experience with lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, continuous improvement strategies
- Proficiency with CAD tools, PLM/ERP systems, and manufacturing documentation
What the job involves
- As a Manufacturing Engineer at 1X, you will be a hands‑on technical leader responsible for taking components and assemblies for humanoid robots from prototype stage through volume production
- You will design, optimize, and steward manufacturing processes to make them precise, repeatable, cost‑effective, and reliable under real‑world use
- Develop and refine manufacturing processes for robotic mobility and control components such as actuators, drive units, precision components, motor housings, and skeletal structures
- Oversee full manufacturing workflows including fixture design, CAM programming, selection of cutting tools, and inspection/validation methods
- Deploy automation and lights‑out machining strategies to enable continuous production with minimal human intervention
- Drive process improvements to reduce cycle time, increase first‑pass yield, and improve reliability of robot hardware
- Collaborate with design engineering on part geometry, materials, and design changes to ensure manufacturability at every stage
- Manage change releases and product design revisions into production, focusing on scalability and consistency
- Act as technical liaison between design, machining, assembly, and quality teams for owned components
- Support build technicians and operators, maintain work instructions and operating procedures in up‑to‑date state
- Implement statistical process control (SPC) and quality monitoring practices, take ownership of part or part family quality metrics
- Troubleshoot production issues such as tolerance stack‑ups, tool wear, misalignment, and assembly variability
- Design efficient factory layouts, workflows, and test or subassembly stations optimized for speed and flexibility
- Participate in new product introduction (NPI), managing prototype, validation units, and ramp‑up phases of production
Our take
The field of robotics has advanced massively in the last few years, to the point where androids no longer belong to the realm of science fiction. 1X, formerly known as Halodi Robotics, is developing androids capable of human-like movement and behaviour, to employ in workplaces and homes across the globe.
1X's androids are strong enough to move shipments but gentle enough to handle fragile items, making them ideal for work in retail storerooms or distribution centers. In addition, they are able to open doors and take elevators, meaning it is simple to fit them into workplaces without making large adjustments.
Its home models have perhaps had the most attention, as the media and public are intrigued by the idea of an "intelligent android assistant" for the home. Although the adoption of working androids is still in its early stages, 1X has certainly made a splash in the space and may well be one to watch as it helps to shape the future of robotics.
Steph
Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle
Insights
104% employee growth in 12 months
Company
Company benefits
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off and holidays
Company HQ
Old Palo Alto, Palo Alto, CA
Leadership
Bernt Børnich
(CEO & Founder)Has worked as a Senior Development Engineer for Data Respons, Senior Consultant for Inmeta Crayon, and System Developer for Bring Dialogue.
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