Supplier Development Engineer Structures

Target start date : Immediately. Relocation provided.

Since its founding in 2015, 1X has been at the forefront of developing advanced humanoid robots designed for household use. Our mission is to create an abundant supply of labor via safe, intelligent humanoids.

We strive for excellence in all we do, solving some of the hardest problems in robotics with the worlds most talented individuals. Every part of our robots is designed and produced in-housefrom motor coils to AIreflecting our vertically integrated approach. At 1X, youll own real projects, be recognized for your achievements, and rewarded based on merit.

We are looking for a supplier development engineer to help shape our supply chain to deliver world-class robotics at scale. Ensure precision components for complex systems like 50+ DoF biped humanoids meet the highest standards. In time, your work will help bring safe, intelligent humanoids into homes around the world.

Responsibilities

Partner with engineering and sourcing teams to select suppliers based on capabilities in castings, machining, and structural assembly

Source and qualify vendors for castings, extrusions, machined parts, and sheet metal

Validate surface treatments, welding, heat treatments, and coating processes

Review GD&T on complex structural components and verify with metrology tools

Collaborate on lightweighting initiatives and design optimizations

Lead the supplier industrialization process from design through production ramp-up

Support suppliers with tooling, equipment, and process qualifications

Assess supplier readiness for vehicle builds and manage production risk

Drive the APQP process and support PPAP through the start of production

Train suppliers on 1Xs quality systems and review part quality documentation

Lead root cause and corrective action efforts for supplier quality issues

Monitor and report supplier quality metrics to ensure ongoing improvement

Apply lean and quality tools to drive continuous improvement across the supply base

Travel up to 40%, domestically and internationally, sometimes on short notice

Requirements

Bachelors degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or a related engineering field

6+ years of experience in quality, supplier quality, or manufacturingideally in automotive, aerospace, or medical devices

Hands-on experience launching new products and improving quality systems

Skilled in problem-solving methods like Six Sigma, 8D, and root cause analysis

Proficiency with quality tools such as FMEAs, control plans, SPC, MSA, and capability studies

Understanding of manufacturing processes related to electronics, batteries, and precision sensors

Strong experience with supplier audits, APQP, PPAP, and production ramp-ups

Ability to read engineering drawings and use GD&T; knowledge of ISO 9000 and IATF 16949 quality systems

Nice to have

Certifications like CQE, Six Sigma Green Belt, or Quality Auditor

Experience with tooling and fixture validation

Proficiency in Microsoft Office; Google Workspace experience

Compensation

At 1X your work and results will be rewarded with a total rewards package consisting of a base salary, stock options and benefits. Base salary range is $110,000 to $180,000. Your actual salary will be based on your knowledge, skills and experience.

Location Policy

We believe the best work is done when collaborating and therefore require in-person presence in our office locations.

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