Module Test Engineer

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Description

APPLE INC has the following available in Cupertino, California and various unanticipated locations throughout the USA. Perform engineering duties in planning and designing tools for testing the display for all Apple products (iPhone, iPad, Mac, iMac, MacBook, VisionPro etc.). Define performance specifications in Standardized Requirements format to communicate to cross functional team member from other domain i.e. electrical engineering, software engineering, optics and algorithm engineering team member involved in the development of these machine and to send to our equipment vendors who will be building these machines. Define mechanical interface requirements between product and test fixture and critical component outline and connector definition. Support PCB design layout for mechanical interface and drawings. Design systems for automation integration & high-volume production environments. Apply engineering knowhow in the areas of optics, precision mechanism design, motion control, and statistics for data analysis. Document best practices, SOPs and maintain a library of proven designs. Apply scientific methods esting such as material testing, tensile strength test using an Instron machine, scratch testing, profile measurements using laser measurement systems, metrology verification using CMM system, CT scanning for x-ray analysis of components, SEM analysis for analysis surface wear of components and material layers, etc to debug issues and implement robust solutions. Generate geometric dimensioning and tolerance analysis to assure tools / fixtures work by design. Drive, end-to-end mechanical design of stand-alone functional systems which will then become part of the production line for the various Apple products. Work with cross functional teams for equipment development & deployment (Electrical, Module, Software, Optics and Algorithm). 40 hours/week. 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 $155,043 - $220,900/yr and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. PAY & BENEFITS: 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: https://www.apple.com/careers/us/benefits.html. Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master's Degree or foreign equivalent in Mechanical Engineering or related field and 3 years of experience in the job offered or related occupation
• 3 years of experience with each of the following skills is required:
• Gather and capture system requirements in an engineering format to be able to communicate with cross functional teams and Vendors
• Mechanical product design using CAD s/w to be able to design part
• Create drawing using GD&T knowledge and software tool to create Mechanical component outlines to send to machine shops to fabricate parts
• Use Mechanical engineering knowhow to select appropriate materials for different components
• Perform Force analysis using free body diagrams, tolerance analysis and error budget analysis to design components to specifications
• Use advanced analysis tools such as Finite element analysis to simulate design under load and stresses to optimize the design
• Experience selecting adequate linear stages, actuators and sensors for actuated motion in the machines
• Select / recommend the manufacturing techniques that would results in proper fabrication of parts that meet specs and also reduce cost per component
• Write detailed clear procedures for vendors to assemble, actuate and control the machines designed
• Use various root causes analysis tools such as Ishikawa diagram, DFMEA, 8D, 5 Whys etc. to be able to debug issues with the machine and identify root causes
• Apply scientific methodical approach to debug issues and use testing processes such as material testing, tensile strength test using an Instron machine, scratch testing, profile measurements using laser measurement systems, metrology verification using CMM system, CT scanning for x-ray analysis of components, SEM analysis for analysis surface wear of components and material layers etc.

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