About the job
At 1X, we are pioneering the creation of the world's most advanced humanoid hands, all developed in-house. Our team is dedicated to prototyping every day, pushing boundaries, and achieving tangible progress continuously.
The Role: As an integral member of the Hands team, you will transform mechanical designs into functional hardware swiftly. You will be the go-to expert for rapid prototyping, whether it involves a new finger, joint, or testing rig.
Your Responsibilities:
- Produce prototypes in a matter of hours: milling, turning, printing, cutting, assembling, and soldering.
- Create quick-turn CAD models using Onshape or SolidWorks for parts that are immediately integrated into robotics.
- Assemble functional components: tendons, sensors, skins, gears, and more as needed.
- Conduct various tests, including endurance, cycling, and drop tests.
- Collaborate with the design team to iterate mechanical designs for real-world performance.
- Modify testing rigs to efficiently measure force, speed, and precision.
- Maintain your workspace, ensuring tools and materials are readily available.
- Document processes adequately to enhance future iterations.

