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Apple Advanced Manufacturing Engineer - iPad United States, Texas, Austin 553043362
13.06.2024
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Description
- Develop new and or improved processes through the application of theoretical and practical engineering - Stays on top of all important technical trends and developments and incorporates them in appropriate assignments - Provide direction and mentorship to third party machine/automation suppliers and/or CM’s; be the technical leader and driver on owned projects; serve as a technical resource to other engineering groups and project leaders - Organize reviews of the machine requirements, design, qualification and capability- Create Request for Quotation/Proposal (RFQ/RFPs) that documents the design requirements of the automated equipment, delivery schedule, required documentation and qualification for acceptance at machine supplier facility and contract manufacturer’s factory - Engage machine suppliers for automated equipment design reviews and proposals - Travel to the machine supplier and contract manufacturer for equipment bring-up, qualification, acceptance testing and support during build events - Drive machine qualification correlation, process capability (CP/CPK) and Gage Repeatability / Reproducibility (GR&R) -Drive failure analysis and machine issue resolution when working with machine suppliers and contract manufacturers - Ability to travel internationally 20%+Performs assignments in several of the following manufacturing engineering functions: - Design for Manufacturability - Provide early and on going manufacturing involvement to ensure new products are mechanically manufacturable. - Process Engineering: Designs and develops technically complex processes to improve quality and efficiency. Utilize statistical tools (such as GR&R, SPC and Cp/pCk) to ensure processes/fixtures are scalable and are continuing to perform properly once qualified. - Failure/Data Analysis - Plans, develops and implements technically complex procedures for the testing and evaluation of soon to be released products.- Specifies test to be performed, compiles data and makes recommendations for product design changes and final assembly standards. This will include the use of Design Of Experiment and statistical analysis using Six Sigma principles.
Key Qualifications
- Strong work experience in precision assembly, inspection and automation equipment
- Required to understand and build tolerance analysis for parts and assemblies.
- Knowledgeable in crafting machine qualification requirements, design of experiments and failure analysis
- Understands machine qualification including calibration, correlation, capability, repeatability and reproducibility
- Able to communicate effectively in a worldwide environment
Education & Experience
SME or equivalent. 3 plus years in an engineering role with experience in automation equipment used for alignment, assembly and/or measurement of components.
Additional Requirements
- - New product introduction and Manufacturing Operations experience desired
- - Proven track record of cost reduction, project management and engineering design required
- - Strong understanding of GD&T principles favorable. NX, SolidWorks CAD or ProE experiences a plus. JMP, Minitab & Six Sigma experience preferred
- - Knowledge of optics principles as they relate to CCD cameras, 2D and 1D lasers, and their use for positioning and critical alignment machines
- - Understanding of liquid adhesives, PSA’s and VHB’s a plus - Solid understanding of robotics (6-axis and/or SCARA), pneumatics, servo motors, motion controllers, PLC and PC-based control systems We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure 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.
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