Senior Materials and Battery Compliance Engineer
1X is a Palo Alto-based AI and robotics company developing general-purpose humanoid robots, led by its NEO home robot.
Palo Alto, United States
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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About the Role
You will lead battery and materials compliance across the robot platform. You will interpret global regulations, translate requirements for engineering and manufacturing, manage certification testing and documentation, and coordinate with certification laboratories, notified bodies, and regulatory agencies.
Requirements
- 5+ years of experience in battery compliance, materials compliance, or product certification engineering
- Hands-on experience with UL certification processes and battery safety standards
- Experience with UN 38.3, UL 1642, UL 2054, IEC 62133-2:2017, and ANSI/NEMA C18
- Working knowledge of RoHS, REACH, WEEE, Conflict Minerals, and California Prop 65
- Experience managing certification testing programs, compliance documentation, and external certification partners
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute global certification strategies for battery systems and regulated materials
- Translate regulatory requirements into engineering, manufacturing, and supply-chain requirements
- Lead pre-certification and formal certification testing, issue resolution, and corrective actions
- Own compliance documentation, labeling requirements, test reports, and certification evidence packages
- Maintain relationships with certification labs, notified bodies, and regulatory agencies
Benefits
- Comprehensive 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