Reliability Engineer

SummaryPosted: Role Number:200572511Apple is where individual imaginations gather together, committing to the values that lead to great work. Every new product we build, service we create, or Apple Store experience we deliver is the result of us making each other’s ideas stronger. That happens because every one of us shares a belief that we can make something wonderful and share it with the world, changing lives for the better. It’s the diversity of our people and their thinking that inspires the innovation that runs through everything we do. When we bring everybody in, we can do the best work of our lives. Here, you’ll do more than join something — you’ll add something. If you have a passion for constant learning and developing innovative products, you will fit right in. Apple’s Hardware Reliability Engineering team is looking for you to work with our diverse hardware development groups to ensure and improve the durability and reliability of our products. You will partner with multiple engineering teams from beginning (concept) to the end (field returns) of the product lifecycle, while exploring new technologies and understanding how customers will use our products.DescriptionAs an Apple Hardware Reliability Engineer, you will be involved during the full product development phase on new hardware programs. You will develop and implement creative reliability tests, support failure analysis and advise the team on the best path forward. YOU WILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR: - Developing new reliability tests procedures and specifications - Preparing concise and detailed test plans, analyzing test reports - Presenting test methodologies, results, and risk assessments in a confident, focused, and positive manner - Researching new technologies to understand unique failure mechanisms - Guiding design and interacting with diverse groups to improve product reliability - Statistical analysis to provide design risk assessments with applications such as Weibull++, JMP, and Tableau - Being a vocal proponent for reliability (internally and externally) in every phase of the development processMinimum QualificationsBachelors Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or closely related Engineering field.3+ years of experience in a related field or industryPreferred QualificationsPassion for the customer experience and what we can do to improve itExcellent written, visual, and verbal communication skillsStrong attention to detail and curiosity of how technologies workCapability to handle multiple projects at once and balance the workloadExperience performing reliability testing such as mechanical stress testing, environmental testing, and cyclic load testingStatistical analysis experience with tools like Weibull++ or JMP to model failure distributionsFamiliarity with failure analysis techniques (optical microscopy, X-ray/CT, scanning electron microscopy, energy dispersive spectroscopy, etc), and the ability to use failure analysis methodology to derive a root cause of failuresPay & BenefitsAt Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $135,400 and $250,600, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple’s discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple’s Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You’ll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation. Learn more about Apple Benefits.Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant.