AR/VR Module Development Engineer

Job Description

Apple is looking for a AR/VR Module Process Engineer to join Panel Process and Optics (PPO) Engineering team in China. The candidate will be responsible for developing new innovative manufacturing process technologies for Lens Modules.

Requirements

• M.S. degree in Physics, Material Science, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering with 3+ years of experience preferred
• Hands-on experience in development of advanced module process and equipment for mass production in related industries
• Demonstrated failure mode analysis, root cause investigation, and problem solving
• Proven ability in DOE, data analysis, and SPC control
• Outstanding written & verbal communication skills in English and Mandarin
• Ability for frequent domestic and international business travel

Responsibilities

• Define component/module/system level requirements
• Design opto-mechanical modules to achieve defined requirements
• Simulate module performance to ensure line of sight to requirements
• Support manufacturing builds of designed module
• Validate build data supports simulation
• Perform failure analysis for any designs characteristics that do not meet requirements
• Scale design with vendors to fulfill demand
• Communicate with cross-functional team members through all phases of development

Benefits

• Employees at Apple are often offered comprehensive benefits that support physical and mental well-being—flexible medical plans, confidential counseling, onsite wellness centers at major campuses, and resources for fitness and daily life. Families typically receive fertility support, paid parental leave with gradual return, caregiving leave, and dependent-care guidance, while financial perks commonly include stock grants (with purchase discounts), 401(k) matching, and income-protection coverage. Employees also see robust time off, Apple University learning and tuition reimbursement, donation matching and paid volunteer hours, and deep product and partner discounts.