Surface Science Subject Matter Expert

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Key Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in wet cleaning or in chemical surface treatment development eg. Pre-treatment for electroplating, anodizing or coatings. Expertise in chemistry is a plus.

• Solid working knowledge of equipment, fixturing, process control and automation

• Demonstrated experience in defining, implementing & qualifying new processes in an international supply chain.

• Ability to independently manage a program to a fast-paced schedule from development into mass production in a matrixed organization.

• Demonstrated experience or working knowledge in advanced analytical techniques (such as XRF, SEM, EDS, FTIR, TEM, ICP, GCMS & XPS) to characterize contaminants, coatings or troubleshoot failure modes

• Strong communication skills. Experience with technical presentations.

• Demonstrated experience with data analysis, design of experiments and presenting data.

• Self-starter with an exceptional drive to delivering high quality results in a fast-paced environment.

Description

As a part of the Manufacturing Design Subject Matter Expert (SME) group, you will define, develop and scale for mass production, best-in-class surface treatments that aid in delivering world class coatings.

• Process & Equipment ownership for wet cleaning.

• Define 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

• Collaborate 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.

• Delve into wet chemistry to down-select and qualify appropriate cleaners

• Lock and qualify MP feasible process that achieves yield and cost targets for mass production on a fast-paced timeline.

• Collaborate with quality engineering to align on IQC/OQC specs for cleaning process.

Problem Solving

• Collaborate with Apple Product design and Manufacturing Design to assess risks of cleaning chemistry to product cosmetics or reliability

• Conduct extensive failure analysis and surface characterization to root-cause technical issues and/or define surface level specifications.

• Design and execute DOEs to mitigate engineering build issues. Work with key cross-functional stakeholders to qualify process changes. Supplier Management

• Collaborate with overseas counterpart to bring up equipment/process at supplier sites

• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to qualify MP process through engineering builds

• Work 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.

Education & Experience

BS/MS/PhD in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or related field.

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 $119,900.00 and $181,000.00, 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.