PVD Subject Matter Expert (SME)

Summary Posted: Oct 20, 2023 Role Number: 200513897 Imagine what you could do here. At Apple, new ideas have a way of becoming extraordinary products, services, and customer experiences very quickly. Bring passion and dedication to your job and there's no telling what you could accomplish. The people here at Apple don’t just build products — they create the kind of wonder that’s revolutionized entire industries. It’s the diversity of those people and their ideas that inspires the innovation that runs through everything we do, from amazing technology to industry-leading environmental efforts. Join Apple, and help us leave the world better than we found it. The Apple PVD Subject Matter Expert (SME) is accountable for driving the development of coating, thin film and PVD/CVD processes across Apple’s worldwide supply base. In this highly visible, hands-on role as the expert technical member of the Manufacturing Design Team you will have direct frequent communication and collaboration with Apple Industrial Design, Product Design, Manufacturing Design partners and worldwide suppliers. Key Qualifications Key Qualifications 5+ years of experience in hands-on development of coating, thin film, PVD/ CVD in R&D and/or production environment Experience in PVD equipment hardware design Expertise relating material properties to design requirements, process drivers, and test methodologies Ability to lead a development program to a schedule from research phase into manufacturing execution in a matrixed organization Expertise using advanced analytical techniques to characterize chemical and mechanical properties or troubleshoot failure modes Experience establishing and validating coating processes for mass production Excellent analytical skills with an emphasis toward implementing solutions Self-motivated with a dedication to delivering high quality results in a dynamic environment Periodic domestic and overseas travel expected (up to 30%) Description Description Develop and implement coatings that achieve challenging cosmetic & functional requirements in our highly visible enclosure designs (both metal and brittle substrates). Work with Apple’s Industrial Design and Product Design teams to create working specifications related to coating processes Collaborate with premier equipment and process manufacturing partners to create next-generation processes and test limits of process capabilities Determine feasibility to achieve aggressive goals evaluating manufacturing processes at early stages of product development Plan and complete studies to confirm process capability to achieve technical goals for high volume programs Present analysis to key decision makers that will be used to make commercial and design commitments Work directly with overseas manufacturers implementing solutions meeting high-volume commercial goals Education & Experience Education & Experience BS or equivalent experience in Materials Science, Physics, Chemistry, Mechanical Engineering Additional Requirements Additional Requirements Pay & Benefits 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 $148,200 and $223,100, 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.