Quality Engineering Technician

Quality Engineering Technician
Hayward, CA (on-site)

We build humanoid robots that work alongside people to solve labor shortages and create abundance.

We are seeking a skilled Quality Engineering Technician to join our team. You will be responsible for supporting the incoming inspection area, conducting sample inspections, and documenting and containing quality issues. This role requires close collaboration with multiple teams to ensure problems are clearly defined and resolved effectively. Your work will directly contribute to maintaining high-quality standards across the organization.

• Perform or coordinate receiving inspections
• Lead containment efforts for incoming quality issues
• Document and investigate issues to provide clear problem statements and guide resolution
• Transact qualified materials to production or route nonconforming items to the MRB area
• Report the status of incoming quality activities
• Summarize technical findings and recommendations into the quality management system
• Read technical drawings and specifications to select and use appropriate inspection equipment
• Support engineering teams with complex troubleshooting and provide data to prioritize design changes
• Ensure tools and equipment in the inspection area are well‑maintained, calibrated, and organized

• Extensive hands‑on experience in Quality, preferably in robotics or automation
• Strong problem‑solving and troubleshooting skills for diagnosing complex technical issues
• Ability to read and interpret manufacturing instructions, electrical schematics, and mechanical drawings
• Excellent time management and ability to work independently
• Strong English communication skills to explain technical concepts to stakeholders
• Ability to lift heavy components, stand for long hours, and work in workshop environments
• Familiarity with electronics testing equipment such as oscilloscopes, power supplies, and DMMs

• Experience diagnosing and repairing mechanical issues in robotic assemblies
• Experience writing assembly instructions
• Experience with Odoo or Jira
• Familiarity with any CAD software

• Salary Range: $30 – $60 per hour
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and holidays

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, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.