Test Technician
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.
Skills
Candidate Availability
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About the Role
You will execute functional, electrical, and electromechanical tests on hardware and robotic subassemblies. You will prepare fixtures and equipment, troubleshoot test-station and hardware failures, document results and traceability, support retesting, and improve test procedures and station reliability.
Requirements
- 2+ years of hands-on technical experience in a relevant environment
- Understanding of mechanical, electrical, or electromechanical hardware
- Experience with hand tools, digital multimeters, and power supplies
- Ability to follow technical procedures and document results
- Basic spreadsheet and digital documentation skills
Responsibilities
- Execute functional, electrical, and electromechanical tests
- Prepare and verify test fixtures, instrumentation, cabling, and power supplies
- Troubleshoot test-station and hardware failures
- Maintain test records, pass/fail results, serial-number traceability, and failure reports
- Support failure reproduction, retesting, and verification
- Improve test procedures, station reliability, and execution efficiency
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