1x
Electrical Harness Technician
San Carlos, CA. Posted a month ago
The role
The Harness Technician will deliver wire harnesses and cable assemblies that meet IPC-620 criteria. They will perform continuity testing, on-bot reworks, and debugging to support prototype testing and production.
What you will do
- Deliver wire harnesses and cable assemblies that meet IPC-620 acceptance criteria.
- Own continuity and fault-isolation testing on completed harnesses.
- Build harnesses for prototype testing and perform assembly and rework for production.
- Perform on-bot reworks and on-bot debugging.
- Reduce build and rework time by improving process, fixturing, and documentation.
- Maintain accurate, traceable records of work performed.
- Work independently with minimal hand-holding.
Required qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- 2–3+ years of direct experience in wire harness fabrication and assembly
- Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and assembly drawings
- Proficiency with hand tools (crimpers, strippers, heat guns) and measurement tools (multimeter)
- IPC-620 certification
- Strong soldering skills
- Solid troubleshooting ability to diagnose open/short circuits and connection issues
Nice to have
- Associate’s degree in Electrical Engineering Technology, Electronics, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience
- Understanding of basic electrical principles (voltage, current, resistance, Ohm’s Law) and familiarity with components (resistors, capacitors, diodes) and their schematic symbols
- Awareness of signal types (digital, analog, power) and shielding/grounding concepts
- Experience with harness board (breakout board) design or layout, and basic CAD for viewing drawings
- Familiarity with IPC-7711 / 7722 rework standards
- J-STD-001
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Generous paid time off, company holidays, and parental leave
- 401(k) plan with company match (100% on the first 3% of contributions, 50% on the next 2%)
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA) options
- Commuter benefits (transit and parking)
- Short-term and long-term disability, and life insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental health, financial, and personal support
- Onsite snacks and catered lunches
About the company
1X builds humanoid robots that work in homes to handle tasks and chores. They are developing NEO, a flagship home robot designed to move, learn, and operate in the real world.