Engineering Lab Technician

Do you love creating elegant solutions to highly complex challenges? Do you intrinsically see the importance in every detail? As part of our Silicon Technologies group, you’ll help design and manufacture our next-generation, high-performance, power-efficient processor, system-on-chip (SoC). You’ll ensure Apple products and services can seamlessly and efficiently handle the tasks that make them beloved by millions. Joining this group means you’ll be responsible for crafting and building the technology that fuels Apple’s devices. Together, you and your team will enable our customers to do all the things they love with their devices. Ability to multitasks to support R&D Engineers with Silicon and Pre-Silicon (FPGA and Emulation) platform labs. Assignment involve assembly, fixing failures, perform connectivity tests per specification, and database data entry. Ability to setup and maintain regression racks, thermal racks and keep good record of inventory. Regression rack setups include Mac Mini’s, network switch, APC power strip, DUTs and cable harness. Setup and test thermal systems which includes pneumatic thermal head, DUTs, APC power strip and cable harness. Soldering skills to support minor rework on thru-hole and SMT. Knowledge of passive components, sizes and values. Familiar with oscilloscope and DVM test and setup. Ability to duplicate host image and assist with parts swap for systems. Superb organizing skills and ability to communicate accurately and concisely to team members.

• Assemble thermal systems, include mac mini, development board, water and air.
• Assemble regression racks, include mac mini, development board, power and network.
• Dress power and network cables neatly for regression/thermal racks.
• Box/unbox hardware to and from thermal/regression racks.
• Diagnose and repair software and hardware issues on regression racks.
• Perform mac mini OS restores.
• Lab management which includes keeping the labs clean and organized.
• Inventory upkeep
• Operate thermal oven and assist users.
• Rework, touch-up and solder passive components.
• Assist on-site testing and troubleshooting.
• Support remote users with part swap and adjust thermal stations.
• Assist cross-functional teams at FPGA and VG3 emulation labs
• FPGA system builds and teardown.
• Pickup/Dropoff hardware between lab sites.

• AAS Degree with +3 years experience in Semiconductor Test Lab support environment or High School Diploma +7 years experience in the Semiconductor Test Lab support environment.

• Basic knowledge of Networking, Remote Desktop and Server
• Knowledge of Macintosh and Windows OS
• Proficient in Word and Excel
• Knowledge of Python programming language
• Coding and scripting skills is a plus but is not required
• Knowledge of lab test equipment such as Oscilloscope and DMM
• Soldering skills and ability to perform board component rework
• Must be Hands-On with all lab related tasks
• Knowledge and skills in using basic hand tools
• Team player with excellent written and conversational communication skills
• Exhibits strong organizational skills
• Troubleshooting and Debugging skills
• Physical strength necessary to unload, lift and carry heavy boxes up to 40lbs
• Job may involve 24/7 support; must be flexible with working hours
• Some traveling may be required

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.