Test Engineer - Packaging Design

Summary

When was the last time you enjoyed a box as much as the product inside? At Apple, every customer interaction is an opportunity for surprise and delight! This philosophy extends beyond the product to its packaging, where every detail is thoughtfully considered. The Packaging PD team is a diverse group of people responsible for the design and execution of structural packaging for all Apple products, from shippers to finished goods boxes. Our packaging delivers an outstanding customer experience while protecting products throughout the shipping environment and advancing Apple’s sustainability goals. We collaborate with a wide range of teams, including Industrial Design, Marketing, Environmental, Operations, and many others, during the design process.

Minimum Qualifications

BS in Mechanical Engineering, Physics, Materials Science, or similar degree. 3+ years of experience working with new product development in a fast-paced, high-volume engineering environment. Ability to work in a team-based environment. Strong engineering fundamentals with a basic understanding of design and metrology. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to travel up to 20% to support engineering build activities and design development

Preferred Qualifications

MS or PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Physics, Materials Science, or similar degree. Data-driven with the ability to solve complex and novel technical problems. Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, including overseeing third-party vendors. Introductory knowledge of packaging materials, manufacturing processes, and evaluation testing standards such as ASTM, TAPPI, and ISTA.

Description

We are seeking people who will approach problem-solving with passion, creativity, and curiosity. Apple’s approach to packaging is unique, so we value people who are eager to learn new skills and further improve their knowledge of packaging design, manufacturing processes, and sustainable materials. We welcome fresh influences from outside the standard packaging industry to promote innovation in creative ways. e seeking someone who approaches problem-solving with passion, creativity, and curiosity. Apple’s approach to packaging is unique, so we value people who are eager to learn new skills and further improve their knowledge of packaging design, manufacturing processes, and sustainable materials. We welcome fresh influences from outside the standard packaging industry to promote innovation in creative ways.

Responsibilities

Develop hardware and software test systems to collect analytics on design performance Create arrays of metrology measurements and failure analysis metrics to benchmark designs Work with internal and external teams to refine plans, optimizing value tensions between groups Build positive relationships with supplier teams while driving them to execute validation plans Statistically analyze data to provide risk assessments and technical recommendations