1X Technologies
Biomechanics Researcher
$200K–$250K
San Carlos, CA · On-site · Full-time · Posted Jun 17, 2026
- Experience
- 5+ years of experience.
- Education
- PhD in Biomechanics, Biomedical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a closely related field.
About the job
Studies biological performance and translates findings into quantitative models, benchmarks, and engineering specifications for humanoid robot development.
What you'll do
- Develop performance models and benchmarks defining human-level capability across movement, sensing, and physical interaction.
- Design and conduct experiments to identify mechanisms underlying biological performance and adaptation.
- Identify gaps between robotic and biological performance and provide engineering guidance to cross-functional teams.
What they ask for
- PhD in Biomechanics, Biomedical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a closely related field.
- Demonstrated expertise in modeling, quantitative analysis, or engineering applications of biomechanics.
- Strong secondary background or hands-on experience in robotics, controls, materials, mechanical systems, or related engineering disciplines.
- Strong experimental experience, including test design, instrumentation, data collection, and analysis.
Nice to have
- Experience developing quantitative models of biological motion, force generation, sensing, or adaptation.
- Experience with robotics, electromechanical systems, or advanced hardware platforms; familiarity with CAD, simulation, engineering analysis tools, or Python is also preferred.
Pay
$200,000 - $250,000 USD base salary
Tools
CAD, Python
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