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Apple Core Technologies Advanced Manufacturing Engineer United States, California, Cupertino 68164321
31.08.2024
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Description
• Develop new and or improved processes through the application of theoretical and practical engineering• Keeps abreast of all meaningful 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 cross-functional 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 including correlation, process capability (CP/CPK) andGage Repeatability / Reproducibility (GR&R)• Drive failure analysis and machine issue resolution when working with machine suppliers and contract manufacturers• Run equipment experiments to bound the capability of the machine• Responsible for data analysis reports to communicate machine capability to the multi-functional teamsPerforms 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.• Product Engineering - Works all phases of a product from concept to repeat manufacturing to end of life. Provides production support engineering with respect to technically complex testing methods, procedures and failure analysis.• 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 Experiments (DOE) and statistical analysis using Six Sigma principles.
Minimum Qualifications
- Strong work experience in precision assembly, inspection and automation equipment
- Ability to travel approximately 25%
- BSME or equivalent
Preferred Qualifications
- 10 plus years in an engineering role with 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
- New product introduction and Manufacturing Operations experience desired
- Proven track record of cost reduction, project management and engineering design required
- Working knowledge of GD&T principles favorable
- NX, SolidWorks CAD or ProE experiences a plus
- Knowledge of optics principles as they relate to CCD cameras, 2D and 1D lasers, and their use for positioning and critical alignment machines
- Working knowledge of robotics (6-axis and/or SCARA), pneumatics, servo motors, motion controllers, PLC and and PC-based control systems
- JMP, Minitab & Six Sigma experience preferred
Pay & Benefits
- 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 $151,200 and $227,600, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.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 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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