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Subject Matter Expert (SME) PVD/CVD
Cupertino,California,United States
Operations and Supply Chain
Imagine what you could do here. At Apple, new ideas have a way of becoming extraordinary products, services, and customer experiences very quickly. Bring passion and dedication to your job and there's no telling what you could accomplish. The people here at Apple don’t just build products — they create the kind of wonder that’s revolutionized entire industries. It’s the diversity of those people and their ideas that inspires the innovation that runs through everything we do, from amazing technology to industry-leading environmental efforts. Join Apple, and help us leave the world better than we found it.
Description
Develop and implement coatings that achieve challenging cosmetic & functional requirements in our highly visible enclosure designs. Work with Apple’s Industrial Design and Product Design teams to create working specifications related to coating processes Collaborate with premier equipment and process manufacturing partners to create next-generation processes and test limits of process capabilities Determine feasibility to achieve aggressive goals evaluating manufacturing processes at early stages of product development Plan and execute studies to confirm process capability to achieve technical goals for high volume programs Present analysis to key decision makers that will be used to make commercial and design commitments Work directly with overseas manufacturers implementing solutions meeting high-volume commercial goals
Minimum Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
Additional Requirements
Pay & Benefits
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. Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant (Opens in a new window) .
Apple will not discriminate or retaliate against applicants who inquire about, disclose, or discuss their compensation or that of other applicants. United States Department of Labor. Learn more (Opens in a new window) .
Apple participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations as required by law. Learn more about the E-Verify program (Opens in a new window) .
Apple is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with physical and mental disabilities. Reasonable Accommodation and Drug Free Workplace policy Learn more (Opens in a new window) .
Apple is a drug-free workplace. Reasonable Accommodation and Drug Free Workplace policy Learn more (Opens in a new window) .
Apple will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable law. If you’re applying for a position in San Francisco, review the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance guidelines (opens in a new window) applicable in your area.
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Subject Matter Expert (SME) PVD/CVD
Cupertino,California,United States
Operations and Supply Chain
Imagine what you could do here. At Apple, new ideas have a way of becoming extraordinary products, services, and customer experiences very quickly. Bring passion and dedication to your job and there's no telling what you could accomplish. The people here at Apple don’t just build products — they create the kind of wonder that’s revolutionized entire industries. It’s the diversity of those people and their ideas that inspires the innovation that runs through everything we do, from amazing technology to industry-leading environmental efforts. Join Apple, and help us leave the world better than we found it.
Description
Develop and implement coatings that achieve challenging cosmetic & functional requirements in our highly visible enclosure designs. Work with Apple’s Industrial Design and Product Design teams to create working specifications related to coating processes Collaborate with premier equipment and process manufacturing partners to create next-generation processes and test limits of process capabilities Determine feasibility to achieve aggressive goals evaluating manufacturing processes at early stages of product development Plan and execute studies to confirm process capability to achieve technical goals for high volume programs Present analysis to key decision makers that will be used to make commercial and design commitments Work directly with overseas manufacturers implementing solutions meeting high-volume commercial goals
Minimum Qualifications
- 5 years of experience in hands-on development of PVD and CVD coatings in R&D and/or production environment
- Periodic domestic and overseas travel expected (up to 30%)
- BS in Materials Science, Physics, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent
Preferred Qualifications
- Expertise relating material properties to design requirements, process drivers, and test methodologies
- Expertise using advanced analytical techniques (such as SEM, EDS, FTIR, TEM, Ellipsometry & XPS) to characterize film quality or troubleshoot failure modes
- Ability to lead a development program to a schedule from research phase into manufacturing execution in a matrixed organization
- Excellent problem solving skills, and the ability to drive root cause analysis and corrective action activities
- Self-motivated with a dedication to delivering high quality results in a dynamic environment
- Attention to detail, consistent follow-through, implement solutions and the ability to remain focused on strategic goals while managing day-to-day project activities
- Experience designing thin-film stacks tailored to specific functions, establishing and validating coating processes for mass production
- History developing coating for cosmetic surfaces
- Experience in a multinational organization working on cross-functional teams
Additional Requirements
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.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 (https://www.apple.com/careers/us/benefits.html) 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.
- 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.Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant. (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf)
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. Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant (Opens in a new window) .
Apple will not discriminate or retaliate against applicants who inquire about, disclose, or discuss their compensation or that of other applicants. United States Department of Labor. Learn more (Opens in a new window) .
Apple participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations as required by law. Learn more about the E-Verify program (Opens in a new window) .
Apple is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with physical and mental disabilities. Reasonable Accommodation and Drug Free Workplace policy Learn more (Opens in a new window) .
Apple is a drug-free workplace. Reasonable Accommodation and Drug Free Workplace policy Learn more (Opens in a new window) .
Apple will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable law. If you’re applying for a position in San Francisco, review the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance guidelines (opens in a new window) applicable in your area.
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Salary : $151,200 - $227,600
