Supplier Development Engineer, EEE, Connectors, Battery Cells & Sensors

1X Technologies AS • Full-time • Hayward, California • 2m ago

Job description

Supplier Development Engineer, EEE Components & Sensors
Location: Hayward, CA (on-site)

About 1X
We’re an AI and robotics company based in Palo Alto, California, on a mission to build a truly abundant society through general-purpose robots capable of performing any kind of work autonomously.

We believe that to truly understand the world and grow in intelligence, humanoid robots must live and learn alongside us. That’s why we’re focused on developing friendly home robots designed to integrate seamlessly into everyday life.

We’re looking for curious, driven, and passionate people who want to help shape the future of robotics and AI. If this mission excites you, we’d be thrilled to hear from you and explore how you might contribute to our journey.

Role Overview
We are seeking a Supplier Development Engineer to lead supplier qualification and industrialization for critical EEE components including connectors, battery cells, and sensors. You will play a key role in scaling the supply base and ensuring consistent quality for components powering our next-generation humanoid robots.

Responsibilities

Partner with engineering and sourcing teams to select suppliers based on manufacturing capabilities for EEE components, connectors, battery cells, and sensors
Collaborate with suppliers on design reviews to ensure manufacturability and explore new production techniques
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 1X’s 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

Job requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or a related engineering field

6+ years of experience in quality, supplier quality, or manufacturing—ideally 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
Certifications like CQE, Six Sigma Green Belt, or Quality Auditor are a plus
Experience with tooling and fixture validation is a plus
Proficiency in Microsoft Office; Google Workspace experience is a plus

Benefits & Compensation

Salary Range: $133,000 – $195,000
Health, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with company match
Paid time off and holidays

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

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