Operations Reliability Engineer

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 build 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. This is an exciting role where you’ll have the opportunity to work on bringing new products to life with the level of reliability that delights our customers and defines what we do at Apple.

Minimum Qualifications

7+ years of experience performing reliability testing including Mechanical Stress tests (Shock/Drop/Vibration testing), Environmental & Fatigue testing, and experience in Failure Analysis analytical and material characterization techniques (Optical Microscopy, X-Ray, SEM/EDS, FTIR, XPS etc.) BS in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Reliability, Materials, Optical, Industrial or similar),

Preferred Qualifications

MS/PhD in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Reliability, Materials, Optical, Industrial or similar) Strong understanding of the physics behind material properties (mechanical, electrical, and optical) and ability to use fundamental failure analysis methodology to derive a root cause of failure Knowledge of reliability models, accelerated test models, and industry test standards (JEDEC, MIL, ASTM, IEEE) Deep understanding of application of DOE (Design of Experiments) and FMEA (Failure Modes and Effects Analysis) Strong statistical and data analytics skills - statistical process control and sampling methods Extraordinary problem-solving abilities, strong attention to detail, and ability to handle multiple projects at the same time Dynamic and “can do” attitude with a desire to work with a phenomenal team and product Clear and consistent communication, including executive level presentation skills and ability to drive cross-functional teams

Description

Operations Reliability Engineers are responsible for guiding development and operations teams toward generating reliable designs for Apple's new technology components, modules, and overall products. We achieve this objective by identifying high risk failure modes early in the design life cycle and by using our engineering knowledge to help find the best path towards mitigation before ramp.

Responsibilities

Work with NPI Reliability teams and lead / participate FMEA sessions to identify high risk failure modes early in the design and process life cycle. Deliver test plans, procedures to third-party vendors, and ensure execution to Apple/Industry standards. Analyze test correlation between different assembly nodes, align test pass/fail criteria and metrology systems, cosmetics requirements, etc. Summarize Reliability results and share findings with cross-functional partners and senior management Manage alignment and transition of reliability testing from NPI to MP. Develop capable suppliers that can be both technology and volume scaling partners. Willingness and ability to travel internally up to 20% to China or within US.