The Adhesion & Laser Process Lab Engineer will join Apple's advanced manufacturing team, focusing on developing and optimizing precision adhesive joint systems and laser processing operations. This role requires collaboration with cross-functional teams and external suppliers to ensure process excellence. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background in adhesive processes and laser equipment operation. This position demands hands-on problem solving and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

• 3-5+ years of relevant experience working with precision adhesive processes such as dispense and lamination.
• Bachelor's degree minimum (Master's preferred) in chemical engineering, mechanical engineering, or a relevant STEM field.
• Experience designing experiments focused on selecting optimal adhesive chemistry, processes, and joint designs.
• Familiarity with operating and programming various dispense tools.
• Proficiency in CAD software such as NX, Catia, or Solidworks.
• Willingness to travel internationally up to 20%.

• Develop and optimize precision adhesive joint systems.
• Sustain laser processing operations within a state-of-the-art lab environment.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams and external suppliers.
• Design trials, debug, and fix equipment and tools.
• Work in required PPE and maintain a focus on scientific rigor.

• 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.