The Color Resin Engineer role at Apple is part of the Materials Product Design Engineering team, focusing on the development of new color resin materials and processes for product enclosures. This position involves collaboration with cross-functional teams including Industrial Design, Operations, and Reliability to ensure materials meet structural and aesthetic requirements. The engineer will drive advancements in materials and processes, impacting the design of Apple's electronic devices. This role requires a blend of technical expertise and project management skills.

• BS or MS in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or Mechanical Engineering
• 5 years of industry experience
• Technical knowledge of pigments, dyes, and resins
• Familiarity with color analysis and color modeling
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Technical project management experience leading projects from R&D to production
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Flexibility and comfort working in a quickly changing environment
• PhD in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or Mechanical Engineering
• 3+ years work experience in resin compounding

• Drive the development of new color resin materials and processes
• Set material specifications for product enclosures
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to bring materials to scale
• Lead projects from research and development to production
• Ensure materials meet strict structural and aesthetic requirements
• Work on multiple products with different development timelines
• Manage international travel as required

• 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.