Test Technician
Location: Hayward, CA (on-site)

Shift: Day Shift, 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM

About 1X
We build humanoid robots that work alongside people to solve labor shortages and create abundance.

The Role
We are seeking a hands-on and detail-oriented Test Technician to join our engineering team. You will be responsible for setting up, executing, and supporting a variety of thermal, mechanical, and electrical tests. Your work will play a critical role in generating high-quality test data that informs design, reliability, and validation decisions. This role requires strong technical aptitude, adaptability, and close collaboration with test engineers, design engineers, and reliability teams.

You Will

• Procure, set up, and maintain test equipment including fixtures, power supplies, data acquisition systems, cabling, and workstations

• Prepare and connect Devices Under Test (DUTs) according to test plans and engineering requirements

• Execute tests, monitor performance, and ensure safe and reliable operation of test setups

• Troubleshoot test setups, equipment, and DUT issues during execution

• Perform post-test teardown, inspection, and basic failure analysis

• Collect, organize, and summarize test data and observations

• Prepare clear test summaries and reports to communicate results to engineering stakeholders

• Support continuous improvement of test processes, fixtures, and lab organization

• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including design, reliability, quality, and manufacturing

Must Have

• 2–5 years of experience working in a test lab or engineering laboratory environment

• Familiarity with thermal, mechanical, and electrical testing methods

• Experience collecting, analyzing, and reporting data using Microsoft Excel

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with high variation in tasks

• Demonstrated ability to collaborate across engineering and technical teams

• Hands-on aptitude with tools, instrumentation, and lab equipment

• Experience supporting reliability or validation testing

• Familiarity with basic statistical analysis

• Experience working with data acquisition systems or test automation

• Background in robotics, electromechanical systems, or hardware development environments

Benefits & Compensation

• Salary Range: $30 – $50 per hour

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• 401(k) with company match

• Paid time off and holidays