Surface Science Subject Matter Expert

•Process & Equipment ownership for wet cleaning. oDefine and develop MP feasible cleaning cycles for an array of substrates and geometries. Conduct DOEs to optimize process variables to meet product specifications/targets for subsequent decorative coatings oCollaborate with best-in-class equipment and consumables vendors to develop specifications and implement custom MP feasible solutions to achieve aggressive targets for yield and cost. oDelve into wet chemistry to down-select and qualify appropriate cleaners oLock and qualify MP feasible process that achieves yield and cost targets for mass production on a fast-paced timeline. oCollaborate with quality engineering to align on IQC/OQC specs for cleaning process. •Problem Solving. oCollaborate with Apple Product design and Manufacturing Design to assess risks of cleaning chemistry to product cosmetics or reliability oConduct extensive failure analysis and surface characterization to root-cause technical issues and/or define surface level specifications. oDesign and execute DOEs to mitigate engineering build issues. Work with key cross-functional stakeholders to qualify process changes. •Supplier Management oCollaborate with overseas counterpart to bring up equipment/process at supplier sites oCollaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to qualify MP process through engineering builds oWork with contract manufacturers to deliver detailed process control plans and ensure they are followed through pilot to mass production stages. •Collect, analyze, and present data to key decision makers to help drive design and commercial decisions.