DFM R&D Engineer

San Francisco Bay Area, California, United States Operations and Supply Chain

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The DFM R&D Lab is a unique facility with equipment dedicated to developing & optimizing materials and processes for manufacturing. Your role will be to lead project execution in close collaboration with various engineering teams.

We are seeking an experienced professional in an R&D role who brings expertise from semiconductor packaging, PCB fabrication, SMT assembly, In this role, you will be exposed to various Physical, Chemical and Mechanical Characterization techniques and equipment that are potentially targeted for Apple products. In addition to characterization, familiarity and expertise in mechanical simulation using industry standard Finite Element Simulation tools is required.

Knowledge of SMT techniques is an added plus.

• Physical and Chemical Characterization of Materials. Operating and collecting data from various material characterization equipment
• Finite Element Simulation of mechanical product assemblies for microelectronics subsystems
• Set up and run confirmation DOEs, data collection and correlate simulation to test data, as well as perform reliability projections
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills required for reporting detailed analysis to cross functional teams

• 3+ years of hands on materials characterization experience with materials used in microelectronics applications
• Finite Element modeling experience
• MS/PhD in Materials/Mechanical/Chemical/EE Science

• Research experience in warpage, fracture, fatigue, drop/impact, and/or machine learning.
• Persuasive communicator in spoken, written, and graphic media.
• Process and Materials knowledge of Surface Mount Assembly Technology is preferred
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment with many different projects

At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $141,800 and $213,700, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple’s discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple’s Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You’ll also receive benefits including:
Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation. Learn more about Apple Benefits.

Note:

Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.

Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We seek to promote equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant .

Apple accepts applications to this posting on an ongoing basis.