Electrical Harness Technician

1X • Hayward, CA

2d • $35 - $48 • Onsite

About The Position

1X is building humanoid robots for home use, aiming to automate chores and give people more free time. The company is tackling complex challenges in robotics, AI, and manufacturing simultaneously. NEO, their flagship home robot, is designed for real-world operation alongside people and is currently being shipped. The company is scaling and seeking motivated individuals to contribute to a product that will significantly change how people spend their time.

The Harnessing team is central to bringing NEO to life, responsible for all wiring and connections that enable the robot's sensing, movement, and safe operation in homes. This is a hands-on team that values craftsmanship, with the quality of their work directly impacting every robot shipped. Team members have the opportunity to directly shape a product that will be part of family life.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent, with 2–3+ years of direct experience in wire harness fabrication and assembly.
• Proven ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and assembly drawings.
• Proficiency with hand tools (crimpers, strippers, heat guns) and measurement tools (multimeter).
• IPC-620 certification.
• Strong soldering skills and solid troubleshooting ability to diagnose open/short circuits and connection issues (J-STD-001 is ideal but not a deal breaker).

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s degree in Electrical Engineering Technology, Electronics, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Understanding of basic electrical principles (voltage, current, resistance, Ohm’s Law) and familiarity with components (resistors, capacitors, diodes) and their schematic symbols.
• Awareness of signal types (digital, analog, power) and shielding/grounding concepts.
• Experience with harness board (breakout board) design or layout, and basic CAD for viewing drawings.
• Familiarity with IPC-7711 / 7722 rework standards.

Responsibilities

• Deliver wire harnesses and cable assemblies that consistently meet IPC-620 acceptance criteria, with first-pass yield held to a high, measurable standard.
• Own continuity and fault-isolation testing on completed harnesses so that defects are caught and resolved before assemblies move downstream.
• Support a mix of work that changes day to day - most often building harnesses for prototype testing, and at times assembly and rework for production - and shift gears smoothly between the two.
• Perform on-bot reworks and on-bot debugging with confidence, isolating and resolving issues directly on the robot.
• Reduce build and rework time on recurring harness builds by improving process, fixturing, and documentation alongside engineering.
• Maintain accurate, traceable records of work performed, surfacing design and process issues early enough to influence design-for-manufacturability decisions.
• Work independently with minimal hand-holding, taking verbal direction well and running with it to keep the workspace safe, organized, and audit-ready.

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED