Biomechanics Researcher
1X is a Palo Alto-based AI and robotics company building general-purpose humanoid robots, led by its consumer home robot NEO.
Funding history
About 1X
1X develops embodied-AI humanoid robots designed to learn from real-world deployment and perform household tasks. Its current flagship product is NEO, a home robot offered through an early-access ordering flow.
Skills
Candidate Availability
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About the Role
You will study biological systems and develop quantitative performance models, scaling laws, engineering specifications, and benchmarks for humanoid robotics. You will design experiments, analyze performance gaps between robots and biological systems, and provide practical constraints and opportunities for hardware and software design.
Requirements
- PhD in Biomechanics, Biomedical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a closely related field
- 5+ years of experience
- Expertise in modeling, quantitative analysis, or engineering applications of biomechanics
- Experience in robotics, controls, materials, mechanical systems, or related engineering disciplines
- Experience with test design, instrumentation, data collection, and analysis
Responsibilities
- Develop quantitative models of human-level locomotion, manipulation, sensing, and physical interaction
- Establish engineering specifications and benchmarks from biological systems
- Design and execute experiments on biological performance and adaptation
- Identify performance gaps between robotic and biological systems
- Translate biological insights into engineering constraints and opportunities
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 benefits
- Short-term and long-term disability insurance
- Life insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Onsite snacks and catered lunches