Mechanical Engineer, Robot Head Job at 1X Technologies (Palo Alto)

Mechanical Engineer, Robot Head

Figure is an AI robotics company developing autonomous general-purpose humanoid ...

Location

United States , Sunnyvale

Salary:

120000.00 - 180000.00 USD / Year

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Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

2+ years of experience in mechanical engineering
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical, Biomechanical, Robotics, Mechatronics, or similar field
Expert in using 3D CAD software to design parts with complex geometry
Experience designing and building prototypes
Experienced with simulation and analysis methodology (FEA, MATLAB, etc.)
Ability to write and maintain clean documentation for design processes
Experience with electromechanical integration, such as sensors, motors, motor drivers, wire harnesses, and communication buses

Job Responsibility

Design parts in 3D CAD that satisfy load conditions, industrial design form factor, and durability requirements
Build prototypes to test assembly, range of motion, and wire routing
Generate accurate 2D drawings using GD&T per ASME Y14.5
Work with our GSM team to select a supplier and order parts
Inspect first articles, build test stands, and provide continuous support for parts on robot development platforms

Fulltime

Systems Integration Engineer – Head Subsystem

We are seeking a Systems Integration Engineer to lead the bring up, integration,...

Location

United States , San Jose

Salary:

150000.00 - 250000.00 USD / Year

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Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Computer, or Systems Engineering
4–8+ years of experience in system integration, validation, or test development for complex robotic or embedded systems
Strong understanding of power systems, communication protocols, and embedded compute architectures
Proficiency in Python (required) and familiarity with C++ for automation, scripting, and data analysis
Hands-on experience with thermal, electrical, and sensor validation using tools such as oscilloscopes, DAQs, IR cameras, and audio analyzers

Job Responsibility

Lead subsystem bring-up and full-stack integration across compute, perception, and communication interfaces (USB, Display Port, MIPI, PCIe, Ethernet, RF and SGMII)
Develop and execute validation plans for vision, audio, IMU, compute, displays and thermal domains using automated and manual test setups
Debug complex cross-disciplinary issues across hardware, firmware, software, and perception systems using telemetry, DAQs, and instrumentation
Design, document, and scale calibration and validation workflows that feed factory EOL and field readiness
Analyze data and define KPIs to track subsystem performance, reliability, and fleet health over time

Fulltime

Deployment Engineer

As a Deployment Engineer, you are the technical architect of a live customer sit...

Location

United States

Salary:

90000.00 - 112000.00 USD / Year

Cyngn

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Industrial Engineer, Robotics, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
3-5+ years in robotics, autonomous systems, or industrial automation
Experience as a Field Engineer, Customer Success Engineer, Integration Engineer, or similar is highly preferred
Deep comfort with ROS tools (rviz, rosbag, tf) for visualizing and debugging vehicle thoughts
Exceptional communication skills
Ability to work in industrial environments (warehouses, yards) and travel up to 50-70% of the time
Robotics deployment, calibration, and troubleshooting
Network configuration and customer IT environments
Experience working directly at customer sites in manufacturing, logistics, or industrial environments
Ability to analyze logs, metrics, and sensor data to diagnose complex system issues

Job Responsibility

Lead end-to-end deployment of autonomous robotic systems at customer facilities
Conduct site surveys and assess automation readiness, infrastructure constraints, and ODD requirements
Generate 3D and semantic maps and validate localization and navigation performance
Install, configure, calibrate, and commission robotic systems in live production environments
Train customer operators, maintenance teams, and site stakeholders
manage handoff to support
Work directly with the Customer Solutions Engineering team to take their designs in a handoff and perform a full implementation and betterment of these designs
Define and lead the final testing phase during the implementation, proving to the customer that the system meets all safety and throughput Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
Perform the handoff and orientation of the vehicle with the customer as well as part of the handoff
Act as the primary technical point of contact during deployments and early operations

What we offer

Health benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA and FSA (Health & Dependent Daycare), Employee Assistance Program, 1:1 Health Concierge)
Life, Short-term and long-term disability insurance (Cyngn funds 100% of premiums)
Company 401(k)
Commuter Benefits
Flexible vacation policy
Remote or hybrid work opportunities
Sabbatical leave opportunity after 5 years with the company
Paid Parental Leave
Daily lunches for in-office employees and fully-stocked kitchen with snacks and beverages
Monthly meal and tech allowances for remote employees

Fulltime

Head of Hardware

Chef Robotics is on a mission to accelerate the advent of intelligent machines i...

Location

United States , San Francisco

Salary:

Not provided

Chef Robotics

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Masters or Ph.D. in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or physics
Has shipped 3+ (at least 2) products to market
Has seen at least one product scale to tens of thousands of users/customers
Has lead manufacturing (or managed someone who lead manufacturing)
Has lead supply chain and procurement (or managed someone who lead supply chain and procurement)
Has 10+ years of production engineering experience as an IC, tech lead, or manager
Has managed and lead teams in: Manufacturing, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Firmware
Has worked with Perception / computer vision, Machine learning, Robotics motion planning and control
Has been a manager of a team of engineers and a manager of managers (two layers)
Has been part of at least one startup

Job Responsibility

Oversee Chef's hardware engineering org
Help execute as a player coach
Help expand the set of ingredients that Chef can manipulate (e.g., sticky cheese, fruit, piece picking, etc.)
Help design and build Chef's next-gen system
Help improve reliability / MTBF for Chef's current systems in the field
Help reduce BOM
Help set technical direction for HW team
(Depending on the candidate) Oversee Chef's manufacturing and supply chain team and help scale to 250, 500, and then 1000 robots in production
Help be on Chef's leadership team. Represent HW team and also help Chef make the right company-level decisions
Help hire and build a team as needed

Fulltime

Head of Factory Software & Vehicle Diagnostics

At Mach Industries, we are designing and building the world’s most advanced prod...

Location

United States , Huntington Beach

Salary:

170000.00 - 250000.00 USD / Year

Mach Industries

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Robotics, or a related engineering field
10+ years of experience in software engineering, controls engineering, automated testing, manufacturing software, or firmware systems
5+ years of experience leading technical teams or engineering organizations
Proven track record of shipping production-critical software or managing large-scale automated test systems
Strong systems-level thinking across software, hardware, networks, and manufacturing workflows
Deep expertise in one or more of the following areas: Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES)
PLCs and industrial controls (Beckhoff, Siemens, B&R, Allen-Bradley)
Firmware flashing, bootloaders, and secure signing
Vehicle or embedded diagnostics (CAN, LIN, Ethernet, UDS, custom protocols)
Test automation frameworks, HIL systems, or end-of-line validation

Job Responsibility

Build, lead, and develop a cross-functional organization including manufacturing software engineers, controls engineers, firmware-tools engineers, diagnostic engineers, and data platform engineers
Own the end-to-end architecture for factory software, including MES-like systems, build tracking, serialization, and production workflow tools
Lead the design and implementation of vehicle flashing, commissioning, and diagnostics pipelines inside the factory
Define and deliver the vehicle–factory communication framework (CAN, Ethernet, custom protocols, telemetry ingestion, APIs)
Oversee all end-of-line (EOL) software, automated test stands, calibration systems, and data acquisition infrastructure
Partner with manufacturing engineering, build engineering, design engineering, flight software, and NPI teams to integrate software tools and processes across the vehicle lifecycle
Implement highly reliable production-grade software with redundancy, observability, and real-time data health monitoring
Drive rapid iteration and continuous improvement of test coverage, automation, and factory efficiency
Own uptime, performance, and correctness for all software critical to production and test operations
Establish coding standards, architecture strategies, and long-range roadmaps for factory software and diagnostics

What we offer

Offers Equity
healthcare
dental and vision plans
retirement savings
paid time off
funds for continuing education, training, and career growth

Fulltime

Senior Lecturer or Lecturer in Mechatronics Engineering

Are you passionate about shaping the future of the Education Industry? Then, her...

Location

Sri Lanka , Meepe, Padukka

Salary:

Not provided

Sri Lanka Technology Campus

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Senior Lecturer (Grade II): A bachelor's (Hons) degree (Mechanical/Mechatronics Engineering) awarded by a recognized University
PhD in Mechatronics Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Robotics, or a related discipline
At least six (06) years of experience in one or more of the following: Teaching at University Level
Professional experience
Research in a recognized Institution
Lecturer: A Bachelor's (Hons) degree in Mechanical or Mechatronics Engineering with First Class or Second-Class Upper Division, awarded by a recognized university
A two-year Master's Degree with a research component in the relevant domain
At least six (06) years of experience in one or more of the following: Teaching at University Level
Industry experience
Research in a recognized Institution

Job Responsibility

Develop & deliver engaging course materials
Foster a collaborative learning environment through engaging & interactive classroom activities
Work closely with the department Head to create Industry learning opportunities and exposure for students
Introduce and suggest innovative learning techniques to inspire and motivate students to achieve their full potential
Participate in departmental meetings and student support activities

What we offer

An intellectual community of more than 100 academics, 3000 undergraduates representing more than 20 disciplines, various cultures, perceptions and ideas
A platform to transform great ideas into great achievements

Fulltime

Head of Advanced Manufacturing Engineering

We are seeking a very dynamic Head of Advanced Manufacturing Engineering to lead...

Location

United States , Garden Grove

Salary:

190000.00 - 230000.00 USD / Year

Harbinger Motors

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field (Master’s preferred)
15+ years of experience in advanced manufacturing, preferably within the automotive or EV sector
Proven track record of scaling manufacturing operations from pilot to mass production
Deep knowledge of automation, robotics, additive manufacturing, and other advanced production technologies
Strong leadership and team-building skills with experience managing cross-functional teams
Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and project management abilities
Deep understanding of lean manufacturing principles, Six Sigma methodologies, and quality management systems
Commitment to sustainability and reducing environmental impact in manufacturing processes

Job Responsibility

Lead the development, design, and implementation of advanced manufacturing equipment, systems, technologies and processes to support current and future production goals including the expansion and optimization of our state-of-the-art production facilities
Spearhead the integration of cutting-edge automation, robotics, and digital manufacturing tools, ensuring simultaneous product/process engineering, seamless operation and optimized throughput
Oversee the design, layout, and launch of new production lines, ensuring alignment with program milestones and volume targets
Collaborate with design engineering, product development, supply chain and quality teams to ensure design for manufacturability, cost efficiency, and product quality
Drive continuous improvement initiatives to optimize production efficiency, reduce costs, and minimize environmental impact
Partner with supply chain teams to ensure alignment on material flow, logistics, and just-in-time inventory strategies
Develop, manage and track capital expenditure plans for manufacturing infrastructure, tools, and technologies
Build and lead a high-performing manufacturing engineering team, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and accountability
Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and environmental regulations
Manage budgets, timelines, and resource allocation for all manufacturing-related projects

What we offer

Comprehensive Health, Dental & Vision (HDV) – 100% employee covered
Early-stage Stock Options
Robust Retirement Savings (401k, HSA, FSA)
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) & Parental Leave
Annual Vacation Bonus
Wellness & Fertility Benefits
Cell Phone Stipend
Complimentary Meals & Stocked Kitchens

Fulltime

RF Engineer, Robot Head

We are seeking an RF Engineer to design, develop, and scale the head sub-system ...

Location

United States , San Carlos, California

Salary:

111000.00 - 220000.00 USD / Year

1X Technologies

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline
Strong understanding of RF fundamentals, including antenna theory, transmission lines and key RF system level specifications (transmit power, sensitivity, desense, EVM, etc)
Proficiency with lab equipment such as VNAs, oscilloscopes,and spectrum analyzers
Ability to solder PCB components as needed
Debug, characterize, and optimize across thermal, EMI, and signal-integrity domains
Able to work full-time on-site

Job Responsibility

Own WiFi, 5G and other wireless subsystems from the hardware perspective
Design, select and integrate antennas into the robot, ensuring proper specs and performance are achieved
Validate OTA performance via field testing and throughput testing
Define factory test specifications, contribute to failure analysis and ensure test coverage is sufficient
Interpret electronic component datasheets to select parts based on performance, cost, and availability
Collaborate with mechanical and firmware teams to ensure system-level integration and functionality

Fulltime

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