Sunnyvale, CA
Senior Battery Systems Engineer
Targeted start date: Immediately. Relocation provided.
We are 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. As we transition from R&D to full-scale manufacturing, we seek an experienced Senior Battery Systems Engineer. We are currently seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Battery Systems Engineer to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for all aspects of the battery systems development lifecycle, including design, architecture, development, documentation, testing, and operations. Collaborating closely with other hardware- and software-teams, you will play a vital role in everything battery related from design to mass manufacturing. We are looking for individuals with hands-on experience, and a proactive "get-things-done" attitude.
What You’ll Get By Joining Our Team
- Develop a battery system for a humanoid robot from scratch.
- Gain experience with cutting edge technology and improve all aspects of your technical skills.
Why this job is exciting
Within one month, you will…
- Get familiar with the current battery system and the challenges that come with it.
- Start the requirements gathering and architecture definition of our next generation battery for NEO.
Within three months, you will…
- Start the development of the battery system of the first prototype.
- Build a test and verification plan for the different battery prototypes that will be built until final product.
Within one year, you will…
- Start test and integration of the first battery pack on the full robot system.
- Help preparing manufacturing at scale for our humanoids fleet.
Responsibilities:
- Lead the development of a battery system, to be developed fully in-house.
- Develop and support verification, validation, and integration strategies, as well as testing from prototype to production.
- Coordinate the different team members of our future Battery team.
- Collaborate with the controls and other hardware teams to ensure the battery is developed optimally for our humanoid NEO.
- Collaborate with external and internal suppliers and manufacturers to ensure the batteries are build up to spec.
REQUIREMENTS
Must-Haves:
- Strong experience in developing functional specifications, design verification plans and functional test procedures for batteries
- Experience in circuit design for a rechargeable lithium-ion battery powered device
- Experience with testing, qualification and certification of battery packs
- Experience leading the design, build, and deployment of battery products
Nice-to-Haves:
- Experience in cooling system design and management
- Experience in CAD mechanical design
- Experience in PCB design
- Experience with busbar design and joining (spot welding, laser welding, wire bonding etc.)
We seek the world's most talented individuals with a passion for inventing and building a more prosperous future. At 1X you'll get to own real projects and be rewarded for your achievements and output. We hire, recognize and reward based on merit. We believe the best work is done when collaborating and therefore require in-person presence.
Interview Process
Introduction Stage - Initial conversations to get to know you better
- [30m] Recruiter Screen with Win Yu
- [45m] Hiring Manager Screen with Toni Garcia
Team Interview Stage - we then dive into your experience in more depth and introduce you to members of the team. This is also when you will do a Take-Home Challenge
- [60m] Technical Deep-Dive conversation with Toni Garcia and team
Final Interview Stage - we move you to our final round
- [30m] CEO interview with Bernt Øivind Børnich, to be scheduled based on need
- We will conduct reference checks.
- [15m] Job Offer Conversation with Toni Garcia
You are welcome to request additional conversations with anyone you would like to meet, but didn’t get to meet during the interview process.
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Location
This position is based in Sunnyvale, California, USA, at our newly renovated AI headquarters. We offer visa sponsorship for exceptional candidates. Joining our team means becoming a valued member of one of the biggest brands in humanoid robotics, where you'll play a part in shaping the future of general purpose androids.
A value driven team
These are the ideas that express our team’s culture and how we work:
Be Nice
Collaboration is our driving force. Our team creates an open, trusting environment where everyone can be their most creative.
Stay Smart
A world-changing team needs the brightest minds in every discipline. This is where people come to work, learn, and grow to their full potential.
Make History
Everything we do gets us closer to one ambitious vision: general-purpose androids helping people around the globe. We believe what we build today will impact generations.
1X is an inclusive and equal-opportunity employer that values diversity. We consider all qualified applicants regardless of race, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, disability, or any other protected class. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please don't hesitate to let us know during the interview process. We will do our best to accommodate your needs.
We're excited to have you on board!