Surface Finishing SME: Anodizing & Color Expert (25% Travel)

Apple Inc.; Cupertino (CA); On-site; USD 163,500 - 246,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

Education reimbursement

Relocation assistance

Discretionary bonuses

Medical and dental coverage

Job summary

Apple in Cupertino is seeking a Surface Finishing Subject Matter Expert to lead high‑volume cosmetic and functional finishing processes from concept to production.

You will work with suppliers and cross‑functional teams to develop anodizing, pre‑treatment, and etching processes, monitor quality, and present analysis to executives. Strong communication and project management are essential in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in engineering, chemistry, materials science, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years experience in anodizing, etching, or related chemical surface finishing operation.
• Frequent overseas travel required (25+%).

Responsibilities

• Enable cosmetic requirements by developing processes to match designer finishes.
• Evaluate supplier capabilities and address production gaps with advanced processes.
• Monitor and adjust manufacturing processes to meet functional and cosmetic requirements in mass production.
• Present technical and process analysis to key decision makers for commercial, cosmetic and design decisions.

Skills

Anodizing

Etching

Surface finishing

English fluency

Education

Bachelor degree in engineering/chemistry/materials science

Job description

Apple in Cupertino is seeking a Surface Finishing Subject Matter Expert to lead high‑volume cosmetic and functional finishing processes from concept to production.

You will work with suppliers and cross‑functional teams to develop anodizing, pre‑treatment, and etching processes, monitor quality, and present analysis to executives. Strong communication and project management are essential in a fast-paced environment.