The Advanced Manufacturing Engineer (AME) is responsible for designing precision assembly and measurement processes for Apple products. This role involves researching and developing new technologies to address complex assembly and automation challenges that affect product quality and delivery. The AME will also implement and scale automated solutions based on sound engineering principles. Additionally, the position requires collaboration with machine suppliers and contract manufacturers to ensure successful equipment qualification and support.

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering
• Master's degree in Engineering
• Proven track record of cost reduction, project management, and engineering design
• Working knowledge of robotics, pneumatics, servo motors, motion controllers, PLC, and PC-based control systems
• Knowledge of optics principles related to CCD cameras and lasers
• Ability to travel approximately 35%
• New product introduction and Manufacturing Operations experience
• Working knowledge of GD&T principles
• Basic understanding of liquid adhesives, PSA's, and VHB's
• Experience with JMP, Minitab, and Six Sigma
• Experience with NX, SolidWorks CAD, or ProE

• Develop new and improved processes through theoretical and practical engineering applications.
• Provide direction and mentorship to third-party machine suppliers and contract manufacturers.
• Organize cross-functional reviews of machine requirements, design, qualification, and capability.
• Create Request for Quotation/Proposal (RFQ/RFP) documents for automated equipment.
• Engage machine suppliers for automated equipment design reviews and proposals.
• Travel to machine suppliers and contract manufacturers for equipment bring-up and qualification.
• Drive machine qualification including correlation, process capability, and Gage Repeatability/Reproducibility.
• Conduct failure analysis and resolve machine issues with suppliers and manufacturers.
• Run equipment experiments to assess machine capability.
• Prepare data analysis reports to communicate machine capability to multi-functional teams.
• Support all phases of a product from concept to end of life, including complex testing methods and failure analysis.

• 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.