Materials and Process Innovation Engineer

About the role

1X Labs is revolutionizing humanoid robotics, aiming to create robots that handle household chores and give people more free time. Our mission is ambitious, requiring expertise in robotics, AI, and manufacturing. We're currently developing our flagship product, NEO, a home robot designed to move, learn, and live alongside families. This is a unique opportunity to join a team pushing the boundaries of what's possible.

Key Outcomes

• Develop robust, scalable manufacturing processes for advanced material systems
• Transition material technologies from laboratory concepts to production-ready manufacturing workflows
• Improve process consistency, yield, throughput, and product quality through data-driven optimization and validation
• Establish clear relationships between material composition, processing conditions, microstructure, and functional performance
• Identify and implement manufacturing technologies that enable scalable production of next-generation soft and functional materials

Minimum Requirements

• MSc or PhD in Materials Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related field
• 2+ years of industry or postdoctoral experience focused on materials processing, fabrication, or manufacturing technologies
• Hands-on experience working with polymers, elastomers, composites, textiles, coatings, or multilayer material systems
• Experience with fabrication techniques such as casting, coating, lamination, calendaring, embossing, fiber processing, molding, or thermoforming
• Strong understanding of material characterization, process validation, and manufacturing scale-up

Preferred Skills

• Experience with advanced manufacturing techniques including additive manufacturing, soft-material 3D printing, photolithography, or microfabrication
• Experience developing production processes for soft robotics, wearable devices, sensors, or advanced material systems
• Familiarity with roll-to-roll manufacturing, precision coating systems, curing technologies, or continuous processing methods
• Experience correlating material microstructure and processing conditions to mechanical, tactile, or functional performance
• Experience supporting technology transfer from R&D environments into manufacturing operations

What does a successful 1X Team Member look like?

A successful 1X Team Member is a builder who moves fast, owns their work completely, and treats time as non-renewable. They communicate clearly, complete tasks thoroughly, and strive for excellence. They embrace ambiguity, develop innovative processes, and continuously improve systems through experimentation and evidence.

Compensation Range

$142,600 - $243,100 + 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.