Sensing Hardware Lab Technician

Join Apple's Sensing Hardware team to help create personal, physical connections for millions of customers. This Lab Technician role involves assisting with lab support, data collection, Mac OS support, and assembly/disassembly of prototype parts and assemblies. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background, be flexible, team-oriented, and willing to collaborate with engineers and technologists to advance technologies. The position requires a focus on engineering support tasks and maintaining health and safety compliance in lab spaces.

Must Have

• Conduct device test setup, data collection, and results compilation.
• Support MacOS and Windows computers with configuration and upkeep.
• Provide excellent customer service and professionally provide and receive feedback.
• Self-motivated and well-organized to complete multiple projects quickly and efficiently.
• Actively work in a lab environment and conduct repetitive tasks.
• Ability to lift 25 lbs.
• Minimum 4 years of related experience.

Good to Have

• Experience with Apple (or similar) product repairs (hardware and software).
• Experience with fabrication equipment (drills, band saw, hand tools).
• Experience with additive and subtractive manufacturing (3D printing, CNC milling).
• Familiarity with EE fundamentals and test equipment.
• Familiarity with Python test scripting.
• Experience operating metrology equipment (Keyence, Instron).
• Familiarity with digital productivity tools (Numbers/Excel, Keynote).
• Familiarity handling basic chemical hazards (lubricants, coolant, solvents, paint, 3D print resin).
• Knowledge of ESD safety procedures.
• Technical degree in Electronics Engineering or equivalent.

Perks & Benefits

• Comprehensive medical and dental coverage
• Retirement benefits
• Range of discounted products and free services
• Reimbursement for certain educational expenses related to career advancement
• Opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through discretionary employee stock programs
• Eligibility for discretionary restricted stock unit unit awards
• Option to purchase Apple stock at a discount through Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Eligibility for discretionary bonuses or commission payments
• Relocation assistance (if eligible)

Join the Sensing Hardware team and you’ll help us create a personal, physical connection for millions of customers around the world. Together, our team will enable our customers to do all the things they love with their Apple devices!

Apple’s Sensing Hardware team is looking for a Lab Technician to assist with lab support, data collection, Mac OS support, and assembly/disassembly of prototype parts and assemblies. The ideal candidate will have a board technical background with focus engineering support tasks. They need to be flexible, receptive to ideas from others, team oriented, and willing to work with technologists, engineers and others for continuing to advance technologies.

• Conduct Test Setups & Data Collection
• Support MacOS / Windows computers
• Assemble and modify prototype assemblies and test fixtures
• Assist lab management team with overall upkeep and support of engineering lab space
• Work to resolve issues and identify areas for suggested improvement
• Actively maintain Health and Safety compliance of lab spaces

Key Qualifications

• Prior lab technician experience
• Ability to conduct device test setup, data collection, and results compilation
• Ability to support MacOS and windows computers with configuration and upkeep
• Ability to provide excellent customer service and professionally provide and receive feedback
• Self motivated and well organized to complete multiple projects quickly and efficiently
• Must be able to actively work in a lab environment, have the ability to conduct repetitive tasks
• Must be able to lift 25 lbs
• 4+ years minimum related experience required

Additional Requirements

• Experience with Apple (or similar) product repairs (both hardware and software)
• Experience with fabrication equipment (drills, band saw, hand tools, etc.)
• Experience with additive and subtractive manufacturing (3D printing, CNC milling, etc.)
• Familiarity with EE fundamentals and test equipment
• Familiarity with Python test scripting Ability to support MacOS computers with test configuration
• Experience operating metrology equipment (Keyence, Instron, etc.)
• Familiarity with digital productivity tools (Numbers/Excel, Keynote, etc.)
• Familiarity handling basic chemical hazards (lubricants, coolant, solvents, paint, 3D print resin)
• Knowledge of ESD safety procedures
• Technical degree in Electronics Engineering or equivalent

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 $39.22 and $67.32/hr, 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.