CNC Subject Matter Expert (SME)

Apple Inc.; Cupertino (CA); On-site; USD 122,000 - 185,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a CNC Subject Matter Expert to design and oversee critical CNC processes and equipment. In this pivotal role, you'll work closely with diverse teams, ensuring optimal design for CNC manufacturing, including milling and multi-axis machining. Your hands-on development and testing will guide equipment selection and cutting strategies, impacting global operations significantly. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to innovative manufacturing processes while benefiting from comprehensive employee perks, including stock options and educational reimbursements. If you are passionate about CNC technology and eager to make a global impact, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical and dental coverage

Retirement benefits

Discounted products and free services

Educational reimbursement

Discretionary bonuses

Employee stock purchase plan

Qualifications

• 3+ years of hands-on CNC machining experience required.
• Proficiency in CAD/CAM and manufacturing process design is essential.

Responsibilities

• Design and oversee CNC processes and equipment for product manufacturing.
• Collaborate with various teams to ensure optimal CNC manufacturing design.

Skills

CNC machining

machining and cutting-tool selection

CAD / CAM proficiency

manufacturing process design

statistical analysis

machine learning applications

Education

BS in Mechanical Engineering

MS in Manufacturing Engineering

PhD in Industrial Engineering

Tools

CNC machines

CAM software

Job description

Cupertino, California, United States Operations and Supply Chain

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Description

You will design and oversee critical CNC processes and equipment used to produce our products. In this highly visible role, you’ll collaborate closely with Product Design, Industrial Design, Manufacturing Design, and global suppliers. Your responsibilities include ensuring optimal design for CNC manufacturing such as milling, turning, and multi-axis machining. You’ll utilize data, hands-on development, and testing to guide decisions regarding equipment selection, tooling, cutting strategies, CAM software, and more. At Apple’s scale, your contributions will have substantial global impacts.

Minimum Qualifications

• 3+ years hands-on CNC machining experience (ability to operate machines)
• Experience with machining, cutting-tool selection and fixture design
• Proficiency with CAD / CAM
• Ability to design manufacturing processes from concept to implementation and provide feedback to designers
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally (~25%)

Preferred Qualifications

• High Volume Manufacturing experience, particularly with high-cosmetic parts
• CNC Machine Maintenance and repair
• Experience in statistical analysis and process control
• Familiarity with machine learning and deep learning applications in manufacturing
• BS, MS, or PhD in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, or related field

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 $122,300 and $184,600, 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 take affirmative action to ensure 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.