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title: 'Senior Harness Manufacturing Engineer at 1X'
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# Senior Harness Manufacturing Engineer at 1X

- **Company:** [1X](https://feeny.ai/companies/1x)
- **Location:** San Carlos, CA
- **Compensation:** $155k–$215k
- **Employment:** full-time
- **Work type:** onsite
- **Posted:** 2026-06-17
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-06
- **Apply:** https://jobs.ashbyhq.com/1x/873f836f-a4b6-4ef8-9500-b960cb1198f9/application

**Skills:** Wiring harness manufacturing, Electromechanical assemblies, Crimping tools, Soldering, Continuity testing, Hi-pot testing, Assembly process validation, ECO processes, Change control processes, Contract manufacturer management, Robotics, Automotive wiring, Aerospace wiring, Industrial wiring, Prototype builds, First article inspections, Manufacturing line launches, DFM, DFS, Complex electromechanical products

> Own the full lifecycle of robot wiring systems from prototype through high volume production. Develop and scale manufacturing processes for harness assembly, routing, testing, and integration to support scalable humanoid robot production.

## Job description

## 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 Manufacturing Engineering team is responsible for transforming advanced robotic designs into scalable, repeatable production systems. Working at the intersection of engineering, operations, and supply chain, the team develops the processes, standards, and manufacturing infrastructure required to build thousands of reliable humanoid robots.

## YOUR CHARTER

Own the full lifecycle of robot wiring systems from prototype through high volume production. Develop and scale manufacturing processes that ensure every harness is assembled, routed, tested, and integrated consistently, enabling reliable robot performance while supporting rapid production growth.

## KEY OUTCOMES

- Establish and maintain manufacturing standards, documentation, and process controls that enable repeatable harness production at scale
- Ensure harness assemblies consistently meet quality, reliability, routing, and termination requirements across all production builds
- Drive supplier and contract manufacturer performance improvements that increase yield, reduce cost, and support production ramp targets
- Lead root cause investigations and corrective actions that reduce harness-related defects during assembly, integration, and field operation
- Improve manufacturability and serviceability across the harness portfolio while supporting efficient production line operations

## KEY COMPETENCIES

- Deep understanding of harness manufacturing processes, wiring systems, and assembly best practices
- Strong process development and documentation skills with a focus on production scalability and quality
- Hands on manufacturing mindset with the ability to troubleshoot issues directly on the production floor
- Strong cross functional collaboration skills across electrical, mechanical, supply chain, and manufacturing teams
- Data driven problem solver capable of identifying root causes and implementing sustainable corrective actions

## MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field
- Experience developing and scaling manufacturing processes for wiring harnesses or electromechanical assemblies
- Hands on experience with crimping tools, soldering, continuity testing, hi-pot testing, and assembly process validation
- Experience creating and releasing production documentation through formal ECO and change control processes
- Experience working with contract manufacturers or production teams to scale builds and resolve manufacturing issues

## PREFERRED SKILLS

- IPC/WHMA-A-620 certification
- Experience in robotics, automotive, aerospace, or industrial wiring environments
- Experience supporting prototype builds, first article inspections, and manufacturing line launches
- Experience driving DFM and DFS improvements for complex electromechanical products

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

$155,250 to $215,050 plus 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.

## About 1X

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: 1X develops general-purpose humanoid robots for home and industrial environments, combining AI and hardware to automate everyday tasks.
- **Entity Type**: Private (Series B funding stage)
- **Headquarters**: Palo Alto, California, United States
- **Founded**: 2015
- **Founders**: Bernt Øyvind Børnich

## Core Business
- **Primary industry**: Robotics Engineering / Artificial Intelligence
- **Target customers**: B2C (home consumers via NEO) and B2B/Enterprise (industrial tasks via EVE)
- **Mission**: Build a truly abundant society through general-purpose robots capable of performing any kind of work autonomously, allowing humans to focus on what they love.

## Products & Services
- **NEO**: A friendly home humanoid robot designed to integrate seamlessly into daily life and handle chores. Currently in early access after the NEO Beta (2024) and NEO Gamma (2025) iterations. [1x.tech](https://www.1x.tech/about)
- **EVE**: A wheeled industrial humanoid deployed in factories worldwide for autonomous industrial tasks. [1x.tech](https://www.1x.tech/about)
- **Revo1**: A high-torque-to-weight drive servo motor inspired by human tendon actuation, used in 1X robots. [1x.tech](https://www.1x.tech/about)
- **1X World Model**: A physics-grounded video model that enables NEO to learn autonomously from text or voice commands. [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/1x-technologies)

## Market Standing
- **Valuation**: Not publicly disclosed
- **Key Metric**: Total funding of $169M as of mid-2026, with a $100M Series B led by EQT Ventures in January 2024. [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/1x-technologies)
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: EQT Ventures (lead), plus other investors in secondary rounds. Acquired Kind Humanoid in January 2025. [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/1x-technologies)
- **Growth Signals**: 
  - Headcount grew 121.2% YoY to 394 employees. [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/1x-technologies)
  - Full-scale production of NEO began in Hayward, CA, with capacity to build 10,000 units per year. [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/1x-technologies)
  - New Palo Alto HQ consolidated teams from Sunnyvale and Moss, Norway. [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/1x-technologies)
  - Appointed Mohi Khansari as Head of Robot Learning (January 2026) and Vikram Kothari as VP of Operations (August 2025). [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/1x-technologies)

## Competitive Advantages
- **Vertical integration**: Owns manufacturing in Hayward (U.S.) and Moss (Norway), controlling the full production stack.
- **Proprietary hardware**: Revo1 servo motor offers world-leading torque-to-weight ratio, enabling flexible, low-gear-ratio robotics.
- **AI-first approach**: The 1X World Model allows robots to learn physical tasks via simulation and self-supervised video prediction, reducing need for manual programming.
- **Early home deployment**: NEO is one of the first humanoid robots entering private homes, giving 1X real-world data and feedback loops.

## Strategic Focus
- Scaling NEO production and expanding early access to more households across the U.S.
- Enhancing AI capabilities through the World Model and reinforcement learning (e.g., Redwood mobility controller).
- Building a robust supply chain and service network for home robots.
- Continuing enterprise deployments of EVE while shifting emphasis to the consumer market.

## Why Work Here
- **Culture**: Fast-paced, mission-driven environment focused on building humanoid robots that coexist with humans. Strong emphasis on AI, hardware, and real-world impact.
- **Work model**: Likely on-site for hardware and AI roles (multiple offices in Palo Alto, San Carlos, Sunnyvale, Hayward, and Moss). Some software roles may offer flexibility.
- **Notable perks**: Opportunity to work on cutting-edge robotics and AI, contribute to a product (NEO) that is already entering homes, and be part of a rapidly scaling company with strong funding.
- **Engineering culture**: High concentration of talent from Tesla, Apple, Google, and SpaceX. Active research in biomechanics, reinforcement learning, and simulation. [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/1x-technologies)
- **Open roles**: 65+ positions listed on the careers page across AI, hardware, software, operations, and manufacturing. [1x.tech](https://www.1x.tech/careers)

## Sources
1. [1x.tech](https://www.1x.tech/about)
2. [1x.tech](https://www.1x.tech/careers)
3. [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/1x-technologies)

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