Display Metrology Engineer

The Module Performance Group is where collaboration meets world-class engineering. Our team sits at the intersection of multiple technical fields, offering you the opportunity to drive innovation across diverse disciplines. As part of the Hardware Technology organization, we value uncompromising engineering thoroughness and actively support our engineers in creating novel intellectual property. Join us in crafting solutions the world has yet to imagine. If you are passionate about pushing the boundaries of technology to deliver outstanding user experiences, and you thrive in a dynamic, hands-on, multi-disciplinary environment, this is the team for you.

Description

Design and develop industry-leading optical calibration and metrology systems for testing optical modules and components (e.g., display modules, stacked lenses) during the New Product Introduction (NPI) phase, collaborating closely with hardware and software teams.

Responsibilities:

Initiate, prototype, and deploy next-generation metrology solutions for key optical modules and components integrated into upcoming products.

Assess vendor capabilities and manufacturing feasibility; define supplier technical specifications to meet strict design requirements and performance targets.

Define calibration and test Engineering Requirement Specifications (ERS) for optical instruments and metrology systems.

Lead HW/SW validation and Failure Analysis (FA) for metrology instruments and measurement systems through prototyping, design of experiments (DoE), data analytics, simulation, and performance evaluation.

Champion technology handoffs from research and engineering pilot lines to manufacturing partners to ensure successful scaling for mass production.

Partner with a broad range of multidisciplinary teams, presenting engineering findings to drive technical direction and inform critical design decisions.

Preferred Qualifications

Ph.D. or Master's degree in related field with some industry experience.

Proven track record developing display or optical metrology systems.

Strong quantitative data & image analysis skills utilizing JMP, MATLAB, or similar tools.

Experience in high-volume electronics manufacturing (optical preferred), including Six Sigma, P/T ratio, DoE, failure analysis, and system trade-offs.

Exceptional problem-solving skills with a drive to navigate ambiguous technical challenges and deliver solutions on schedule.

Domain expertise in one or more of the following: in-line metrology and test development, wavefront measurement/Zernike analysis, PSF/MTF modeling, or color science.

Ability to travel internationally up to 10%.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Optics, Physics, Opto-mechanics, Electrical Engineering, or a related field, with 10+ years of proven experience in the development and/or high-volume deployment of electro-optical modules.

Experience in optical instrumentation, data collection, and automation using MATLAB, Python, C/C++, C#, LabVIEW, or equivalent.

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 $181,100 and $318,400, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.