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Senior Mechanical Engineer, Hands

  • On-site
    • Sunnyvale, California, United States
  • Hardware Engineering

Job description

Target start date: Immediately. Relocation provided.


We are at the forefront of developing advanced humanoid robots designed for household use. Our mission is to create an abundant supply of labor via safe, intelligent humanoids. As we transition from R&D to full-scale manufacturing, we seek an experienced Senior Mechanical Engineer.


We are currently seeking a highly skilled and motivated Mechanical Engineer to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for optimizing and helping to design the hands for our next-generation bipedal humanoid robot (NEO). Collaborating closely with other hardware- and software-teams, you will play a vital role in everything from design to mass manufacturing. The ideal candidate will have a background in mechanical engineering for robotics, with extensive expertise and experience in optimization for strength and weight, and design for manufacturing and assembly principles. We are looking for individuals with hands-on experience, and a proactive "get-things-done" attitude, who excel in both long-term strategic planning and day-to-day execution of practical tasks.


Why this job is exciting

Every day is different! You will get to

  • Work on the design of a high DoF, anthropomorphic robot hand

  • Work in a nascent industry and shape the future of humanoid robots

  • Gain experience with cutting edge technology and improve all aspects of your technical skills

  • Collaborate with engineers from different robotics disciplines 

  • Thrive in an inclusive, supportive, and global culture

Within one month, you will…

  • Contribute to the design of a high DoF, anthropomorphic robot hand

  • Begin optimizing the design of the robot hand for strength, weight, manufacturing, and assembly

  • Familiarize yourself with internal processes and development methodologies

  • Get familiar with our bipedal humanoid platform (NEO)

Within three months, you will…

  • Own one or several sub-systems and/or aspects of the robot hand

  • Send your optimized designs for mid to high volume manufacturing

  • Optimize for assembly of your designs with the production team

  • Help implement best practices and methodologies that you have learned

Within one year, you will…

  • Own several aspects and components of the robot hand

  • Evaluate and deduce requirements for the robot hand in close collaboration with other teams

  • Contribute to the whole robot hand design process from early design to integration, manufacturing, and assembly

Responsibilities
  • Conception, design, prototyping, and testing for subsystems of the robot hand
  • Collaboration with electrical design teams for integration of electric motors and production teams for manufacturing and assembly
  • Continuous optimization of parts and assemblies for simplicity, weight, and cost
  • Create quality drawings for manufacturing and production
  • Author concise documentation of design details, requirements, and test plan

Job requirements

Must-Haves

  • Bachelors or higher education in Mechanical Engineering, Robotics, Biomechanical Engineering, Design Engineering, or related field
  • Expert in CAD (Solidworks preferred)
  • Experience working with surfacing, complex geometry, organic designs, or topology optimization
  • Experience designing and building prototypes of mechanical linkages with several Degrees of Freedom
  • Experience creating technical drawings using GD&T
  • Experience with structural FEA (Ansys preferred)
  • Strong knowledge of manufacturing techniques to ensure manufacturability for mid and high volume manufacturing
  • Experience bringing complex products from concept to production
  • Understanding of highly dynamic environments where balancing competing priorities and timelines is needed

Nice-To-Haves

  • Experience in hand/end-effector design
  • Knowledge of hand biomechanics
  • Experience in designing robots, understanding of kinematics and dynamics of robotics systems
  • Experience developing highly complex mechatronics systems with several Degrees of Freedom
  • Experience with in casting/extrusion DFM
  • Experience with FMEA
  • Experience with electromechanical integration, including PCBs, sensors, motors etc.

We want to see your work! Candidates must submit a portfolio of their work in addition to their resume.


We seek the world's most talented individuals with a passion for inventing and building a more prosperous future. At 1X you'll get to own real projects and be rewarded for your achievements and output. We hire, recognize and reward based on merit. We believe the best work is done when collaborating and therefore require in-person presence.


Typical Interview Process

  • Introductions - interviews to learn more about you and talk about 1X and the role

    • Interview with a member of the Talent Acquisition team

    • Hiring manager / senior team member / technical interview

  • Team interviews - technical interviews and deep-dives with team members. May include a take home challenge, presentation or problem-solving exercise

    • Technical deep-dive conversation with a team member

    • Onsite interviews with team members

  • Final Interview Stage - we move you to our final round

    • Expectation management with the hiring manager

    • We will conduct reference checks

    • Job offer conversation

Depending on the role and your background, additional interviews may be added.

You are also welcome to request additional conversations with anyone you would like to meet, but didn’t get to meet during the interview process.


Location

We believe the best work is done when collaborating and therefore require in-person presence in our office locations.


Sunnyvale, CA


We are in the heart of the SiIlicon Valley in a commuter-friendly location with plenty of parking, access to 101 or 280. If you prefer public transportation, Orange Line (VTA) light rail station is across the street. Living in the Bay Area, you will have access to many activities available in its proximity from surfing in Half Moon Bay to skiing at Tahoe, wine tasting in Napa, hiking on the many trails or other sports activities on the many tennis courts, golf courses, etc..

If you are relocating to Sunnyvale, we offer a comprehensive relocation package to support you and handle the logistics of your move.

A value driven team

These are the ideas that express our team’s culture and how we work:

Be Nice

Collaboration is our driving force. Our team creates an open, trusting environment where everyone can be their most creative.

Stay Smart

A world-changing team needs the brightest minds in every discipline. This is where people come to work, learn, and grow to their full potential.

Make History


Everything we do gets us closer to one ambitious vision: Creating an Abundant Supply of Labor using Safe, Intelligent Humanoids. We believe what we build today will impact generations.



Not sure if this is you?
If you’re excited about this role, but you’re not sure if you qualify, apply anyway! You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.


1X is an inclusive and equal-opportunity employer that values diversity. We consider all qualified applicants regardless of race, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, disability, or any other protected class. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please don't hesitate to let us know during the interview process. We will do our best to accommodate your needs.

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