Assembly Technician - Robot Body
1X is a Palo Alto-based AI and robotics company developing general-purpose humanoid robots, led by its NEO home robot.
About 1X
1X develops humanoid robots that live and learn alongside people. Its flagship product, NEO, is a home robot designed to autonomously help with household tasks, supported by the company’s embodied-AI systems.
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Candidate Availability
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About the Role
You will build precision mechanical subassemblies from engineering drawings and work instructions. You will use hand and power tools, measuring instruments, and torque tools to meet dimensional and quality standards. You will inspect your work, report defects and tooling issues, maintain a safe ESD-compliant workspace, and help improve production processes.
Requirements
- Read and follow assembly drawings, work instructions, and engineering documentation
- Use hand tools, power tools, and measuring instruments including calipers, torque wrenches, and gauges
- Lift up to 50 lbs and perform sustained physical work throughout a shift
- Work reliably and effectively in a team environment
- Demonstrate professional written and verbal English proficiency
Responsibilities
- Meet daily and weekly production targets while maintaining quality and safety standards
- Build subassemblies that pass first-time inspection
- Maintain dimensional accuracy and required torque specifications
- Identify and escalate process issues, tooling problems, and recurring defects
- Maintain a clean, organized, safe, ESD-compliant work area
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Paid time off, company holidays, and parental leave
- 401(k) plan with company match
- Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account options
- Commuter transit and parking benefits
- Short-term and long-term disability insurance
- Life insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Onsite snacks and catered lunches
- Equity