Reliability Test Engineer

Apple Inc.; Cupertino (CA); Hybrid; USD 83,000 - 124,000; Full time

Job summary

Apple Inc. in Cupertino seeks a Reliability Test Engineer to evaluate new materials and test durability and longevity of prototype hardware designs. You will set up test equipment, collect data, and analyze results to support design decisions.

You will perform tests on material plaques or full systems, document results with photography and spectrophotometers, manage multiple projects, and present findings to Reliability Engineers. The role emphasizes attention to detail and collaboration.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Understand physics and electronics, apply problem-solving skills.
• Experience in a reliability or materials testing lab.
• Experience taking high-quality images with microscopes and cameras.

Responsibilities

• Perform reliability tests on materials or full systems for durability and cosmetic/functional failures.
• Document test results with photography and spectrophotometers.
• Summarize and present results to reliability engineers to inform design decisions.
• Manage multiple fast-paced projects with tight deadlines.

Skills

Attention to detail

Physics & electronics

Reliability testing

Imaging with microscopes

Color measurement

MacOS and iOS proficiency

Education

Bachelor of Arts or Science

Tools

Spectrophotometers

MacOS

iOS

Apple hardware

Digital microscopes

Job description

Cupertino, California, United States Hardware

Would you like to join a team focused on solving the technical challenges of Apple’s future products? We are the Apple Reliability Lab team, and we support Reliability and Product Development Engineers in testing the durability and longevity of Apple’s prototype hardware designs.The Rel Labs team works collaboratively to produce data that will enable Reliability Engineers to determine the best designs to choose for mass production. This role will support all materials testing, with a focus on cosmetic as well as functional failures.

Description

As a Reliability Test Engineer, you’ll utilize your collaborative and comprehensive skills and experience to evaluate new materials in a variety of scenarios that simulate real-world use such as staining from food and discoloration due to sunlight exposure. You will set up test equipment and fixtures, collect data, and analyze results.

Responsibilities

• Perform Reliability tests on material plaques or full systems to determine durability and resistance to staining, corrosion and other cosmetic and functional failures.
• Document test results through photography and with the use of specialized tools such as spectrophotometers.
• Summarize and present results to Reliability Engineers who will use your data to inform design decisions.
• Manage multiple fast-paced projects with large volumes and challenging deadlines.

Minimum Qualifications

• Exceptional attention to detail, translating into excellent written and verbal communication.
• Understand physics and electronics, applying creativity, common sense, and technical skills to solve complex problems.
• Experience working in a Reliability or materials testing lab.
• Experience taking high quality images with digital microscopes and camera systems.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with color measurement equipment such as spectrophotometers.
• Proficient in MacOS, iOS, and Apple hardware.
• Bachelor of Arts or Science

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 $59.49 and $89.84/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

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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

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