Manufacturing Quality Engineer

Role Number: 200691585Team: Operations and Supply ChainLocation: CupertinoWeekly Hours: 40Posted: 2026-11-05SummaryImagine what you can do here. Apple is a place where extraordinary people gather to do their lives best work. Together we create products and experiences people once couldn't have imagined, and now, can't imagine living without. It's the diversity of those people and their ideas that inspires the innovation that runs through everything we do.DescriptionAPPLE INC has the following available in Cupertino, California and various unanticipated locations throughout the USA. Apply Geometric Dimensions and Tolerance to ensure proper manufacturing and assembly of Parts. Perform Tolerance Stack-up analysis to prevent any dimensional interference post Manufacturing. Develop and implement new metrology techniques to measure different parameters of the Module. Use statistical tools like JMP, regression and design of experiments to optimize manufacturing processes and implement statistical quality control. Perform failure analysis of modules to identify failure modes and understanding physics of failure to improve the assembly, function and cosmetics of the module. Develop detailed reliability test methods for the module and ensure test objectives are achieved. Compile and evaluate data to figure out appropriate statistical limits and variables for process and part specifications. Conduct Measurement System Analysis to manage the measurement errors and provide robust measurement systems. Perform Yield Gap Analysis and lead reviews with cross functional teams on development of their corrective actions via process improvements or changes, design or tolerance changes, or screening parts, and propose binning plan for SRB builds (Spec Relief Build). 20% domestic and international travel required. 40 hours/week. At 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 $163,500 - $246,200/yr and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.PAY & BENEFITS: 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: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.Minimum QualificationsMaster’s degree or foreign equivalent in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.Experience and/or education must include:Utilizing tolerance stack analysis for mechanical assemblies to define appropriate mechanical specifications.Utilizing Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) to interpret engineering drawings & develop inspection plans.Using ANSYS, ABAQUS to perform structural and thermal finite element analysis (FEA).Utilizing design of experiment (DOE) and regression analysis to optimize process input parameters.Performing Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM), Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR), and CT Scanning.Performing Design for Manufacturing Analysis on Assemblies to optimize manufacturing processesCharacterizing and improving Mechanical and Thermal properties of different MaterialsPreferred QualificationsN/ALMT FooterThis position is not subject to the application limits.EEO StatementApple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We seek to promote 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 applicantAccessibilityAt Apple, we believe accessibility is a fundamental human right. You’ll find that idea reflected in everything here — in our culture, our benefits and our digital tools. By welcoming as many perspectives as possible, we help you build a career where you feel like you belong.Learn about accessibility in Apple’s workplaceLearn about reasonable accommodations for job applicantsApplication DeadlineApple accepts applications to this posting on an ongoing basis.