Prototype Metal 3D Printing Specialist

Apple Inc.; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 70,257 - 123,984; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

Comprehensive benefits

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Apple Inc. in Sunnyvale seeks a motivated metal additive 3D printing specialist to guide DfAM, operate LPBF printers, and collaborate with design/manufacturing teams to prototype parts that meet functional and aesthetic requirements.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years LPBF experience, strong CAD skills (Siemens NX, nTopology), and a hands-on mindset to optimize processes, post‑processing, and ensure high-quality results in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Experience with metal additive manufacturing and LPBF.
• Knowledge of DfAM and post-processing techniques.
• Proficient in CAD modeling software.
• Willingness to work full-time on-site with manufacturing equipment.

Responsibilities

• Review orders for DfAM and provide prototyping guidance.
• Modify CAD prototypes for metal additive processes.
• Set up and operate metal additive 3D printers.
• Perform post-processing and quality checks.
• Ensure safety and maintain organized work area.
• Collaborate with design and manufacturing teams.

Skills

Team collaboration

Independent worker

Attention to detail

DfAM knowledge

Metal additive printing

CAD modeling

On-site presence

Tools

Siemens NX CAD

nTopology

Job description

Apple Inc. in Sunnyvale seeks a motivated metal additive 3D printing specialist to guide DfAM, operate LPBF printers, and collaborate with design/manufacturing teams to prototype parts that meet functional and aesthetic requirements.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years LPBF experience, strong CAD skills (Siemens NX, nTopology), and a hands-on mindset to optimize processes, post‑processing, and ensure high-quality results in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.