Mechanical Engineer (Motors and Actuators) - Hands Job at 1X Technologies (Palo Alto, California)

Test & Validation Engineer - Motors and Actuators

We're building humanoid robots that work in home - doing the chores, handling th...

Location

United States , San Carlos

Salary:

95000.00 - 142600.00 USD / Year

1X Technologies

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Robotics, or a related field and 5 years of experience
Experience testing electromechanical systems, actuators, motors, or power electronics
Strong hands-on experience with laboratory equipment, instrumentation, and hardware debugging
Experience analyzing test data and communicating results to engineering stakeholders
Ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary engineering teams

Job Responsibility

Own the characterization, testing, and validation of electric motors and robotic actuators that enable NEO's movement
Deliver accurate, repeatable actuator and motor performance characterization across operating conditions and use cases
Build and maintain scalable test infrastructure that enables efficient validation throughout development and production cycles
Identify performance limitations, reliability risks, and failure modes early enough to influence design decisions and reduce program risk
Provide high-quality test data and actionable insights that improve actuator performance, efficiency, and robustness
Support successful product releases through comprehensive validation, regression testing, and cross-functional collaboration

What we offer

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
Generous paid time off, company holidays, and parental leave
401(k) plan with company match (100% on the first 3% of contributions, 50% on the next 2%)
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA) options
Commuter benefits (transit and parking)
Short-term and long-term disability, and life insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental health, financial, and personal support
Onsite snacks and catered lunches

Fulltime

Electrical Engineer - Actuators and Drives

We’re building humanoid robots that work in home - doing the chores, handling th...

Location

United States , San Carlos

Salary:

125100.00 - 253000.00 USD / Year

1X Technologies

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field
5+ years of professional electrical engineering experience
Strong fundamentals in analog and digital circuit design
Experience designing, reviewing, debugging, and validating hardware from schematic through PCB bring-up
Familiarity with power systems, sensors, and embedded electronics
Hands-on experience with oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, power supplies, and other laboratory equipment
Understanding of EMI/ESD considerations and robust hardware design practices
Experience collaborating closely with mechanical, firmware, controls, test, and manufacturing teams

Job Responsibility

Design and deliver the electrical systems that enable humanoid robots to move, sense, and operate reliably in the real world
Own critical electrical subsystems from architecture through production, balancing performance, safety, reliability, manufacturability, and cost
Develop robust electrical designs that integrate seamlessly with firmware, controls, and mechanical systems while supporting rapid product iteration and long-term scalability

What we offer

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
Generous paid time off, company holidays, and parental leave
401(k) plan with company match (100% on the first 3% of contributions, 50% on the next 2%)
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA) options
Commuter benefits (transit and parking)
Short-term and long-term disability, and life insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental health, financial, and personal support
Onsite snacks and catered lunches

Fulltime

Mechanical Engineer - Actuators

We are looking for a Mechanical Engineer to support the design, integration, and...

Location

United States , Palo Alto

Salary:

107700.00 - 161500.00 USD / Year

1X Technologies

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field
2–5 years of experience in mechanical design or related roles
Strong CAD skills and experience producing manufacturing drawings (Solidworks, Onshape, Inventor, …)
Understanding of mechanical fundamentals such as tolerances, fits, and materials
Curiosity about electric motors and electromagnetic effects in electromechanical systems
Hands-on mindset and willingness to support builds and testing
Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary engineering team

Job Responsibility

Design and integrate mechanical components and assemblies for robotic actuators
Create and maintain CAD models, drawings, and BOMs
Define tolerances, fits, and interfaces for actuator components
Support prototyping, assembly, and iteration of actuator hardware
Work closely with electrical engineers on packaging, clearances, and integration constraints
Consider electromagnetic interfaces (air gaps, magnets, laminations, sensors) in mechanical designs
Support testing by updating designs based on test feedback and failures
Help maintain mechanical documentation and revision control
Contribute to DFM/DFA considerations as designs mature

What we offer

Health, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with company match
Paid time off and holidays
Equity

Fulltime

Test & Validation Engineer – Motors & Actuators

We are looking for a Test & Validation Engineer to own the characterization, tes...

Location

United States , Palo Alto

Salary:

95000.00 - 142600.00 USD / Year

1X Technologies

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Robotics, or a related field
Experience testing electromechanical systems or power electronics
Hands-on experience with lab equipment and test setups
Strong data analysis skills and attention to detail
Ability to design tests that answer real engineering questions
Comfortable working with hardware, software, and multidisciplinary teams

Job Responsibility

Develop, operate, and maintain motor and actuator test setups, including dynos and custom test rigs
Define and execute test plans for performance, efficiency, thermal behavior, and robustness
Characterize motors and actuators across operating envelopes
Automate tests and data collection where appropriate
Analyze test data and present clear insights to engineering teams
Support hardware bring-up, debugging, and failure analysis
Collaborate with control and firmware engineers to validate control performance
Contribute to regression testing for hardware and firmware changes
Document test procedures, results, and lessons learned

What we offer

Health, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with company match
Paid time off and holidays

Fulltime

Mechanical Systems Engineer - Actuators

Archer is seeking an experienced Mechanical Systems Engineer – Actuators to lead...

Location

United States , San Jose

Salary:

Not provided

Archer Aviation

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering (or related field)
5+ years of experience in actuated mechanism or electromechanical system design
Understanding of overall actuator mechanical design and integration of motors, geartrains, rolling-element screws, bearings, brakes, housings, sensors, and electronics
Proven ability to take ownership of complex engineering problems through completion
Experience in the majority of the following areas: GD&T for mechanical systems
Kinematic analysis and optimization
Structural analysis using hand calculations and finite-element methods
Materials selection, including alloys, heat treatments, allowables, and surface finishes
Siemens NX CAD and Simcenter or ANSYS FEA tools
Rolling element bearing selection and sizing

Job Responsibility

Lead the design and development of high-performance, flight-critical electromechanical actuation systems from concept through flight testing
Work with suppliers to drive make vs. buy decisions
Perform trade studies to optimize system architecture and mass
Partner with suppliers and peer design owners including actuator controller, flight controls, GNC, power systems, airframe, and software to deliver an optimized integrated system for the aircraft
Create and review CAD models, drawings, and engineering specifications
Develop actuator-system and detailed component specifications and requirements
Build and maintain system-level models to validate actuator performance
Develop test plans and test benches for component development and qualification
Analyze test data and implement design improvements based on findings
Serve as the primary technical expert for triaging and resolving critical design and development issues

Fulltime

Principal Mechanical Engineer – Industrial Automation

Our Client: Pioneering the Future of Industrial Automation. Are you energized by...

Location

United States , Lexington

Salary:

Not provided

Nondestructive & Visual Inspection

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Robotics, or Controls Engineering (Master’s/PhD a plus)
9+ years of experience designing and deploying complex automation or mechatronic systems—industrial automation experience strongly preferred
Leadership background overseeing all phases of product development
Deep technical expertise in electromechanical components (motors, actuators, gear systems) and industrial sensors
Skilled in FEA (static, fatigue, and dynamic analysis), GD&T (ASME Y14.5), and 3D CAD (Onshape preferred)
Proficient in designing pneumatic/hydraulic systems and integrating industrial controls architectures
Strong communicator with a hands-on mindset and collaborative approach

Job Responsibility

Architect & Build: Lead the design, prototyping, and testing of complex mechatronic assemblies—multi-axis actuators, precision motion control, industrial sensing, and more
Drive Product Development: Own the full lifecycle, from conceptual ideation and detailed design reviews to hands-on assembly, rigorous validation, and continual improvement
Integrate Systems: Bring together electromechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical controls to deliver robust automation solutions for real-world industrial applications
Collaborate Across Disciplines: Work closely with multidisciplinary teams—controls, electronics, and manufacturing—to deliver projects that outpace industry expectations
Champion Engineering Excellence: Set best practices in documentation, BOM management, and engineering process for scalable growth and long-term success

What we offer

Direct influence over core technology and rapid product deployment cycles
Collaborative and transparent culture. Your technical expertise is recognized and highly valued
Flexible, high-trust work environment with unique perks
Opportunity to leave your mark at the forefront of industrial automation innovation

Senior Electrical Engineer – Actuators & Drives

We are looking for an experienced Electrical Engineer to help design, develop, a...

Location

United States , Palo Alto

Salary:

125000.00 - 187700.00 USD / Year

1X Technologies

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field
5+ years of professional experience in electrical engineering (senior/staff level depending on experience)
Strong fundamentals in analog and digital circuit design
Experience designing and debugging real hardware, from schematic to PCB to bring-up
Familiarity with power systems, sensors, and embedded electronics
Hands-on experience with lab equipment (oscilloscopes, power supplies, logic analyzers, etc.)
Understanding of EMI/ESD considerations and robust hardware design practices
Experience collaborating across disciplines (mechanical, firmware, controls, test, manufacturing)
Ability to take ownership of complex technical problems and drive them to completion

Job Responsibility

Own the electrical design of key subsystems across robotic platforms, from concept through production
Define electrical architectures that balance performance, reliability, safety, cost, and manufacturability
Design, review, and debug schematics and PCBs, including power, sensing, and control electronics
Bring up and validate prototypes and production-intent hardware using lab equipment
Collaborate closely with firmware, controls, and mechanical engineers to enable high-performance systems
Support EMI/ESD, safety, and reliability requirements throughout the design process
Drive electrical design best practices, documentation, and design reviews
Work with manufacturing and test teams to support DFM/DFA, production ramp, and field issues
Contribute to technical decision-making at both system and detailed implementation levels

What we offer

Health, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with company match
Paid time off and holidays

Fulltime

Senior Firmware Engineer

An established, multi-national biomedical instrumentation company that designs h...

Location

Singapore , Singapore

Salary:

6000.00 - 8600.00 SGD / Month

Randstad

Expiration Date

August 07, 2026

Requirements

Degree in Electronic/Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or an equivalent technical field
Minimum at least 5 years of professional experience developing firmware for complex hardware instrumentation
Core Systems Programming: C programming language and deep familiarity with RTOS environments, task scheduling, resource synchronization, and memory-constrained architectures
Hardware Interfacing: Highly proficient in reading electrical schematics and datasheets, with hands-on experience interfacing with ARM microprocessors, converters (ADC/DAC), actuators (stepper/DC motors), and serial communication protocols (I2C, SPI, CAN, USB, Ethernet)
Modern Toolchain Proficiency: Daily experience utilizing the GNU development toolchain (gcc, gnumake), Git-based version control, Linux desktop environments, and modern AI coding assistants
Security & Diagnostics: Practical knowledge of embedded cybersecurity implementations alongside experience using hardware-level debugging equipment (such as J-Link, Lauterbach, or equivalent hardware probes)

Job Responsibility

Architect and implement robust embedded firmware using object-oriented and procedural languages for complex laboratory automation hardware incorporating optics, microfluidics, precision motion systems, and high-resolution imaging sensors
Partner with a global, cross-functional team of hardware, mechanical, and software engineers located across APAC and US design hubs
Drive the firmware engineering process entirely from initial proof-of-concept and prototype evaluation through to manufacturing transfer and final release
Low-Level System Development: Write and maintain essential peripheral drivers, core software modules, and handle complex multi-subsystem firmware integration
Maintain strict adherence to established coding standards, comprehensive documentation practices, and rigorous testing frameworks

What we offer

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