This role at Apple involves developing and validating packaging designs for future products, focusing on mechanical, thermal, and customer use test methodologies. The position requires collaboration with multiple engineering and product design disciplines to ensure performance meets internal targets. The candidate will also be responsible for statistical analysis and providing technical recommendations based on data. Additionally, the role includes international travel and working closely with supplier teams to execute validation plans.

• Bachelor's degree or foreign equivalent in Physics, mechanical engineering, packaging engineering, or related field.
• 4 years of experience in the job offered or related occupation.
• 1 year of experience utilizing knowledge of physics to evaluate system design performance.
• 1 year of experience using metrology equipment and technical writing for test programs.
• 1 year of experience utilizing statistical data analysis tools such as Tableau, JMP, or Matlab.
• 1 year of experience in reliability engineering and design test programs.
• 1 year of experience in material analysis related to design efficacy.
• 1 year of experience utilizing electromechanical automation for data acquisition.
• 1 year of experience in consumer goods or commercial engineering systems.
• 1 year of experience in testing analysis to convert qualitative experiences into quantitative principles.
• 1 year of experience utilizing Python or Swift for data acquisition tools.
• 1 year of experience in machine learning development for automating test systems.

• Develop and validate packaging designs for future products.
• Run physical testing of packaging and consumer electronics.
• Correlate math models to physical tests to improve future simulations.
• Provide guidance for domestic and international engineering services.
• Develop hardware and software test guidelines for analytics collection.
• Create measurements and failure analysis metrics to benchmark designs.
• Collaborate with project teams on materials and manufacturing processes.
• Build positive relationships with supplier teams to execute validation plans.
• Statistically analyze data to provide risk assessments and recommendations.

• 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.