Assembly Technician - Robot Hands

1X • San Carlos, CA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Assembly Technician on the Hands team builds precision electromechanical subassemblies for NEO, 1X’s humanoid robot. The role involves assembling miniature components such as motors, encoders, PCBs, and harnesses to detailed engineering specifications, with micron-level precision and attention to ESD-sensitive components, fine-pitch connectors, and small fasteners. The quality of the work contributes to the reliability and safety of robots intended to operate in people’s homes.

The technician is responsible for meeting production targets while maintaining quality, identifying and documenting defects and process or material issues, and keeping accurate build and inspection records. The role also supports continuous improvement by surfacing production issues, proposing fixes, and coordinating with engineering and the opposite shift. The position is based in San Carlos and is offered on a day shift or swing shift schedule.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of experience in precision electromechanical assembly, micro assembly, or similar fine-component manufacturing.
• Hands-on experience assembling miniature components such as small motors, gearboxes, encoders, PCBs, and fine-pitch connectors.
• Proficiency with precision hand tools, low-value calibrated torque instruments (approximately 1 Nm), and dimensional inspection tools such as micrometers, pin gauges, dial indicators, or calipers.
• Working knowledge of ESD handling procedures and controlled-environment protocols.
• Reliable attendance and ability to work scheduled shifts consistently in a team environment.
• Professional-level written and verbal English proficiency.
• Fine motor precision and steady hands for repetitive work with very small components.
• Ability to read engineering specifications and detailed work instructions and build to them independently.
• Quality-first approach, clear communication, and ability to remain accurate during focused, repetitive work across full shifts.

Nice To Haves

• MES or ERP experience, such as Odoo or SAP, for production tracking and work order management.
• Experience with robotic, actuator, gearbox, or servo assembly.
• Soldering experience, including through-hole soldering or SMT rework.
• Familiarity with thermal compounds or adhesives such as Loctite, and comfort working near thermal processing equipment.
• Experience with vision inspection systems or digital measurement tools.
• Experience flashing firmware or programming embedded components.
• Experience functionally testing PCBs, small motors, or encoders, including continuity checks, run-in, or performance validation.
• Lean manufacturing, 5S, or continuous improvement experience.

Responsibilities

• Build hand subassemblies to specification, meeting micron-level tolerances and preventing defects from passing downstream.
• Meet shift production targets while maintaining quality, station output, uptime, and conformance.
• Identify and document defects, process deviations, and material issues at the workstation.
• Maintain complete and accurate build logs and inspection data for each unit handled.
• Support continuous improvement by surfacing issues, proposing fixes, and partnering with engineering and the opposite shift.
• Assemble miniature components, including motors, gearboxes, encoders, PCBs, and fine-pitch connectors.
• Follow ESD handling procedures and controlled-environment protocols.

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 and 50% on the next 2%.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options.
• Commuter benefits for transit and parking.
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance and life insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program for mental health, financial, and personal support.
• Onsite snacks and catered lunches.
• Equity.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed