Materials Product Design Materials Engineer

Imagine what you could do here! At Apple great ideas have a way of becoming great products services and customer experiences. As a Materials Engineer you will work with a world class team of material experts to help us develop and implement high-performance glass and ceramic materials and processes for a wide range of Apple products. Working closely with cross-functional teams and external vendors you will determine the best materials and processes to meet the stringent requirements in future products.

Our team is seeking a Materials Engineer who demonstrates creativity in problem-solving mastery of manipulating material properties and processes that enhance performance and the ability to deliver material solutions with intricate specifications. The role entails close collaboration with cross-functional partners in Product Design Manufacturing Design and Reliability as well as external vendors to develop new materials and manufacturing techniques to meet Apples stringent functional and aesthetic requirements. Technical proficiency the capacity for cross-functional collaboration and project management and exceptional communication skills are all essential for this position. This position will require occasional domestic or international travel (u003c10%).

BS/MS/PhD in Materials Science Chemistry or PhysicsnStrong fundamentals in materials structure-process-properties relationshipnExperience with materials characterization and analysis methods (i.e. SEM EDS XRD Raman Spectrophotometers etc)nStrong analytical and problem-solving skills including utilization of statistical tools and techniquesnDemonstrated ability to independently drive projects and deliver productsnExcellent communication organizational and leadership skills. Experience in leading project teams and development projects

3 years experience in glass or ceramic industry nTechnical knowledge of glass glass-ceramics or structural ceramics nFamiliarity with glass/ceramic material finishing technologiesnTrack record of material development for products with demanding performance requirementsnExperience working on products with cross-functional groups (manufacturing reliability and others) to drive decisions that influence a product or roadmap direction.n