Hardware Reliability Engineer - Display/Touch Modules
23 days ago San Diego, CA
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Working at Apple means doing more than you ever thought possible and having more impact than you ever imagined.
- Size: 10,000+ employees
- Industry: Technology
Are you a technologist looking for a career that provides ever evolving challenges? This position is offered in Apple's Hardware Display Module Reliability Group. We guide development teams toward generating reliable designs for Apple's new technology Displays. 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.
Description
As a Module Reliability Engineer, you will set test specs and drive procurement / qualification of equipment that is critical to the validation of Design Reliability. You will assess Reliability by executing stress testing and analyzing the resulting data. Finally, you will provide direction for failure analysis in order to develop an understanding of the root cause of a particular failure as well as collaborate with the design team to determine corrective action.","responsibilities":"Drive & update Failure Mode Effects Analysis (FMEA)
Establish specifications for component/module reliability
Set up reliability test infrastructure at Apple suppliers
Perform validation test development
Generate reliability test plans and drive test execution at Apple suppliers
Analyze and summarize reliability data
Drive failure analysis and mitigations
Provide risk assessments
Preferred Qualifications
A graduate degree in Materials Science, Physics, Engineering or equivalent field with 2+ yrs of experience
Possess extraordinary problem solving abilities
Have experience with the design and manufacture of assemblies that convert digital signals into physical signals (voltage, light, vibration) and vice versa
Are adept in statistical data analysis and are capable of clear reporting
Ability to handle multiple projects at once including running activities remotely at third party vendor sites overseas
Ability to complete tests and resolve problems in an unattended manner
Flexibility to accept new tasks and go beyond one's comfort zone to pursue the solution to new and unexpected problems
Dynamic person with a can do attitude and a dream to work with a great team and product
Minimum Qualifications
A Bachelor's degree in Materials Science, Physics, Engineering or equivalent field with 3+ yrs of experience
Understand the physics behind the mechanical & electrical properties of materials
Have exposure to failure analysis techniques as well as Materials characterization tools (e.g. scanning electron microscopy, CT scanning, FTIR,...)
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a strong attention to detail
Ability to travel internationally without restrictions, up to 10%
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 $142,300 and $263,300, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.
Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple's discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple's Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You'll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses - including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation. Learn more about Apple Benefits
Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.
Description
As a Module Reliability Engineer, you will set test specs and drive procurement / qualification of equipment that is critical to the validation of Design Reliability. You will assess Reliability by executing stress testing and analyzing the resulting data. Finally, you will provide direction for failure analysis in order to develop an understanding of the root cause of a particular failure as well as collaborate with the design team to determine corrective action.","responsibilities":"Drive & update Failure Mode Effects Analysis (FMEA)
Establish specifications for component/module reliability
Set up reliability test infrastructure at Apple suppliers
Perform validation test development
Generate reliability test plans and drive test execution at Apple suppliers
Analyze and summarize reliability data
Drive failure analysis and mitigations
Provide risk assessments
Preferred Qualifications
A graduate degree in Materials Science, Physics, Engineering or equivalent field with 2+ yrs of experience
Possess extraordinary problem solving abilities
Have experience with the design and manufacture of assemblies that convert digital signals into physical signals (voltage, light, vibration) and vice versa
Are adept in statistical data analysis and are capable of clear reporting
Ability to handle multiple projects at once including running activities remotely at third party vendor sites overseas
Ability to complete tests and resolve problems in an unattended manner
Flexibility to accept new tasks and go beyond one's comfort zone to pursue the solution to new and unexpected problems
Dynamic person with a can do attitude and a dream to work with a great team and product
Minimum Qualifications
A Bachelor's degree in Materials Science, Physics, Engineering or equivalent field with 3+ yrs of experience
Understand the physics behind the mechanical & electrical properties of materials
Have exposure to failure analysis techniques as well as Materials characterization tools (e.g. scanning electron microscopy, CT scanning, FTIR,...)
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a strong attention to detail
Ability to travel internationally without restrictions, up to 10%
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 $142,300 and $263,300, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.
Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple's discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple's Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You'll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses - including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation. Learn more about Apple Benefits
Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.
Additional Information
- Salary: $142,300 – $263,300
- Posted: 23 days ago