Role Name: Assembly Technician, Hands Team
Department: Production, Hands
Location: San Carlos
Shift: Day Shift (7:00 AM – 3:30 PM) or Swing Shift (3:00 PM – 11:30 PM)
About 1X
We're building humanoid robots that work in home – doing the chores, handling the tasks, and giving people their time back. Simple, but it's not.
To do this right, we have to solve robotics, AI, manufacturing – at the same time, at scale, in a form factor that has to be safe enough to live with your family. If you're inspired by this, you'll thrive here. We've been at this since 2014 and we're at the point where the hard problems are behind us and the hard work is in front of us.
NEO is our flagship – a home robot designed to move, learn, and operate in the real world alongside real people. We're not demoing it – we're shipping it. We're excited to meet you, if this excites you.
If you've spent your career working on problems that matter and want to see them actually reach the world – this is that moment. We're scaling, we're hiring with intention, and we need people who want to build something that will genuinely change how humans spend their time – safely creating abundance for all.
About the Team
The Hands team builds the most dexterous part of NEO – the hands that pick up cups, fold laundry, and turn doorknobs in real homes. Every subassembly we ship is built to micron-level precision because the difference between a robot that helps and a robot that frustrates comes down to how well its hands work. Without this team, NEO can't do its job – and 1X can't deliver on the mission.
Your Charter
Build the precision electromechanical subassemblies that give NEO the dexterity to work alongside people. Every motor, encoder, PCB, and harness you assemble is a direct contribution to 1X's mission of creating an abundant supply of physical labor through safe, intelligent humanoids. The quality of your work decides whether the robots we ship can be trusted in someone's home.
Key Outcomes
Build hand subassemblies to spec with zero defects passed downstream – micron-level tolerances, sub-M2 fasteners, ESD-sensitive components, fine-pitch connectors
Hit shift production targets without compromising quality – own your station's output, uptime, and conformance
Catch and document defects, process deviations, and material issues at the workstation before they reach the next station
Maintain complete, accurate build logs and inspection data for every unit you touch
Drive continuous improvement on your line – surface issues, propose fixes, and partner with engineering and the opposite shift to keep the line moving
Key Competencies
Fine motor precision and steady hands – you can work confidently with parts smaller than M2 fasteners, hour after hour
Quality-first mindset – you'd rather flag a problem and fix it than ship it and hope
Strong drawing literacy – you read engineering specs and detailed work instructions and build to them independently
Calm under repetition – you do detailed, focused work for full shifts without losing accuracy
Clear communicator – especially across shift handoffs, with quality, and with engineering
Minimum Requirements
3+ years in precision electromechanical assembly, micro assembly, or similar fine-component manufacturing (humanoid robotics, medical devices, aerospace actuators, consumer electronics internals, optical assemblies)
Hands-on experience assembling miniature components – small motors, gearboxes, encoders, PCBs, and fine-pitch connectors
Proficiency with precision hand tools, calibrated torque instruments at low values (~1 Nm), and dimensional inspection tools (micrometers, pin gauges, dial indicators, calipers, or similar)
Working knowledge of ESD handling procedures and controlled-environment protocols
Reliable attendance and the ability to work scheduled shifts consistently in a team environment
Professional-level English proficiency (written and verbal)
Preferred Skills
MES or ERP experience (Odoo, SAP, or similar) for production tracking and work order management
Background in robotic, actuator, gearbox, or servo assembly
Soldering experience (through-hole or SMT rework)
Familiarity with thermal compounds or adhesives (Loctite, etc.) and comfort working near thermal processing equipment
Experience with vision inspection systems or digital measurement tools
Firmware flashing or programming of embedded components
Functional testing of PCBs, small motors, or encoders (continuity checks, run-in, performance validation)
Lean manufacturing, 5S, or continuous improvement experience
Physical Requirements
Able to sit or stand at a workstation for extended periods performing fine detail work
Able to lift up to 30 lbs occasionally
Sufficient vision (corrected or uncorrected) to inspect miniature components and read fine markings at close range
What does a successful 1X Team Member look like
Team members at 1X who thrive here are builders. They move fast, own their work completely, and treat time like it's the one thing you can't get back – because it is. They say what they mean, finish what they start, and hold themselves to a standard before anyone has to ask. We push each other to be better, and we do it with honesty and respect.
Compensation Range
$30.00/hr – $40.00/hr + Equity
Benefits
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
Equal Opportunity Employer
1X is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, disability, military or veteran status, justice system impact, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.