Apple · 22 hours ago
Advanced Manufacturing Engineer - Desktop
Austin, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$128K/yr - $237K/yr
5+ years expApple is a leading technology company known for its innovative products and services. They are seeking an Advanced Manufacturing Engineer responsible for designing precision assembly and measurement processes, implementing automated solutions, and providing technical leadership in manufacturing engineering functions.
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Responsibilities
Responsible for designing precision assembly and measurement processes for Apple products
Perform the research and development on new technologies necessary to tackle complex assembly and automation problems that have direct impact to the quality and delivery of Apple products
Design, implement and successfully scale automated and semi-automated solutions based upon sound engineering principles and the technologies developed for a specific application
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) 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 up to 30-35%
Run equipment experiments to bound the capability of the machine
Responsible for data analysis reports to communicate machine capability to the multi-functional teams
Performs assignments in several of the following manufacturing engineering functions:
Provide early and on going manufacturing involvement to ensure new products are mechanically manufacturable
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
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
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
Qualification
Required
BSME or equivalent
5+ years in an engineering role with experience in automation equipment used for alignment, assembly and/or measurement of components
Preferred
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
New product introduction and Manufacturing Operations experience
Consistent track record of cost reduction, project management and engineering design
Working knowledge of GD&T principles
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
Basic 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 and PC-based control systems
MP, Minitab & Six Sigma experience
Benefits
Comprehensive medical and dental coverage
Retirement benefits
A range of discounted products and free services
Reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition
Discretionary bonuses or commission payments
Relocation
Company
Apple
Apple is a technology company that designs, manufactures, and markets consumer electronics, personal computers, and software.
10001+ employees
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CEO
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SVP, Software Engineering
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