Manufacturing Quality Engineer (MQE) - Battery

Apple is seeking a Manufacturing Quality Engineer (MQE) for battery products to drive quality readiness from development builds to mass production. This role involves managing various quality control stages, collaborating with design and engineering teams, conducting reviews of field/factory data, and preparing documentation for new product launches. The MQE will also be responsible for risk assessment, DFM, tolerance analysis, and reliability testing, making a significant impact on Apple's product quality.

Must Have

• Manage IQC, IPQC, OQC and ORT
• Drive quality readiness at the factory for development builds and mass production
• Drive all quality issues in development builds to timely closure
• Collaborate with design, engineering and safety teams to set appropriate quality control/Inspection/metrology stations on the production line
• Conduct periodic reviews of Field/Factory Quality Data with OEM partners
• Prepare OK to Ship documentation for new product launch
• Create risk assessment and implement plans for new products being developed
• Work with product design team on DFM and conduct tolerance analysis studies to suggest changes to meet specifications and process capability
• Develop and drive execution of module reliability testing plan during NPIs and MP
• Support/Attend new product development builds as required
• Ability to travel internationally (~30%)
• 5+ years experience in Manufacturing or consumer electronics development
• BS/MS or equivalent in Chemical/ Mechanical/ECE Engineering

Good to Have

• Experience in battery
• PhD or equivalent in Chemical/ Mechanical/ECE Engineering
• Experience in metrology and standard manufacturing quality control practices
• Experience in electro-mechanical products in high volume manufacturing
• Creative problem solving experience
• Technical systems knowledge related to computers
• Project management experience and a deep understanding of problem solving tools
• Familiarity with GRR, MSA, GD&T practices, Metrology, DFMEA and tolerance analysis
• Knowledge of reliability methods and quality sampling methodologies
• Knowledge or prior experience working on thermal products for consumer electronics industry
• Strong communication skills and passion to learn and adapt to a dynamic environment
• Prior experience in design/manufacturing of Battery modules

Perks & Benefits

• Comprehensive medical and dental coverage
• Retirement benefits
• Range of discounted products and free services
• Reimbursement for certain educational expenses (tuition)
• Discretionary bonuses or commission payments
• Relocation (might be eligible)
• Opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through employee stock programs
• Ability to purchase Apple stock at a discount via Employee Stock Purchase Plan

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In this highly visible role, you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on Apple Products and leave a footprint for years to come! As quality engineers, we enable the mass creation of impossible products as a partner in the development of Apple's renowned designs.

• Manage IQC, IPQC, OQC and ORT
• Drive quality readiness at the factory for development builds and mass production
• Drive all quality issues in development builds to timely closure. Present findings and root cause corrective action report to Execs as needed
• Collaborate with design, engineering and safety teams to set appropriate quality control/Inspection/metrology stations on the production line
• Conduct periodic reviews of Field/Factory Quality Data with OEM partners
• Prepare OK to Ship documentation for new product launch
• Create risk assessment and implement plans for new products being developed
• Work with product design team on DFM and conduct tolerance analysis studies to suggest changes to meet specifications and process capability
• Develop and drive execution of module reliability testing plan during NPIs and MP
• Support/Attend new product development builds as required
• ~30% International Travel is required

• 5+ years experience in either Manufacturing or the development of consumer electronics. Experience in battery is a plus
• BS/MS or equivalent in Chemical/ Mechanical/ECE Engineering

• PhD or equivalent in Chemical/ Mechanical/ECE Engineering
• Experience in metrology and standard manufacturing quality control practices
• Experience in electro-mechanical products in high volume manufacturing
• Creative problem solving experience
• Technical systems knowledge related to computers
• Project management experience and a deep understanding of problem solving tools including design of experiments, root cause analysis, and statistical tools
• Familiarity with GRR, MSA, GD&T practices, Metrology, DFMEA and tolerance analysis is a plus
• Knowledge of reliability methods and quality sampling methodologies
• Knowledge or prior experience working on thermal products for consumer electronics industry preferred
• Strong communication skills and passion to learn and adapt to a dynamic environment
• Prior experience in design/manufacturing of Battery modules is a plus

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 $157,200 and $236,700, 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.

Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We seek to promote 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

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Apple accepts applications to this posting on an ongoing basis.