Summary
Imagine what you could do here. At Apple, new ideas have a way of becoming extraordinary products, services, and customer experiences very quickly. Bring passion and dedication to your job and there's no telling what you could accomplish.
The people here at Apple don't just create products - they create the kind of wonder that's revolutionized entire industries. It's the diversity of those people and their ideas that inspires the innovation that runs through everything we do, from amazing technology to industry-leading environmental efforts.
Join Apple, and help us leave the world better than we found it!
Description
As an Advanced Manufacturing Engineer, you will design, develop, and scale precision assembly and measurement processes that directly shape the quality and reliability of Apple products. You'll lead the research and development of novel automation technologies, own complex engineering challenges from concept through high-volume production, and collaborate with cross-functional teams and global manufacturing partners to continuously raise the bar.
Responsibilities
- Own all aspects of manufacturing equipment and fixtures (E&F), including design, development, ongoing maintenance, and post-ramp process improvements
- Research, develop, and implement new or improved manufacturing processes grounded in sound engineering principles
- Design automated and semi-automated solutions for precision alignment, assembly, and measurement applications from early concept through high-volume production ramp
- Lead machine qualification activities including correlation studies, process capability (Cp/Cpk), and Gage Repeatability & Reproducibility (GR&R); apply statistical tools such as DOE, SPC, and Six Sigma to ensure processes remain scalable and in control
- Run structured experiments to characterize machine capability and drive measurable improvements in UPH, yield, and downtime
- Drive failure analysis on yield detractors and reliability issues from both equipment and process perspectives; develop clear data analysis reports to communicate findings to multi-functional stakeholders
- Author detailed RFQ/RFPs defining equipment design requirements, delivery schedules, documentation standards, and acceptance criteria; lead design reviews with machine suppliers throughout equipment development and bring-up
- Serve as the primary technical driver on owned projects; provide direction and mentorship to third-party automation suppliers and contract manufacturers
- Organize cross-functional reviews spanning machine requirements, design, qualification, and long-term capability
- Engage early and continuously with product development teams to ensure new designs are mechanically manufacturable at scale, supporting the full product lifecycle from concept through end-of-life
- Travel to supplier facilities and CM factories to support equipment bring-up, acceptance testing, and production build events
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, Computer, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering
- 3+ years of engineering experience with custom automation equipment used for precision alignment, assembly, and/or measurement
- Hands-on knowledge of pneumatics, servo motors, robotics (6-axis and/or SCARA), CCD vision systems, adhesive dispensing, laser sensors, PLCs, and PC-based control systems
- Hands-on automation experience in one or more of the following: automated adhesive dispensing, pick-and-place, robotics, AOI (vision/laser), active alignment, or automated fastening
- Strong written and verbal communication skills in English, with the ability to work effectively in a global environment and operate independently under pressure
- Willingness to travel domestically and internationally to contract manufacturer sites
Preferred Qualifications
- Proven experience with DOE, failure analysis, and statistical process control; ability to read and interpret engineering drawings including GD&T
- Experience with JMP and Six Sigma methodologies; Python scripting for data analysis and automation is a plus
- Familiarity with machine learning concepts and an understanding of how ML/AI can be leveraged for smart manufacturing applications
- Self-starter with strong attention to detail, a collaborative mindset, and the ability to thrive in a matrixed organization
- Proficiency in tolerance analysis for parts and assemblies
- NX CAD experience is a plus
- Mandarin language skills are a plus
