Test Engineer (Packaging Design)
Core
Develop test systems and perform failure analysis to benchmark structural packaging designs for Apple products.
Role type
Senior IC test engineer (packaging design)
Builds
Hardware and software test systems, metrology arrays, and validation plans for shipping and finished goods boxes.
Domain
Consumer electronics manufacturing + packaging engineering
Required skills
mechanical engineering fundamentals, design and metrology understanding, statistical data analysis, risk assessment, supplier validation management
Preferred skills
MS/PhD in engineering or materials science, complex problem solving, multi-project management, knowledge of ASTM/TAPPI/ISTA standards
Technologies
metrology tools, statistical analysis software, validation testing frameworks
Responsibilities
Develop hardware and software test systems to collect analytics on design performance; Create arrays of metrology measurements and failure analysis metrics to benchmark designs; Work with internal and external teams to refine plans, optimizing value tensions between groups; Build positive relationships with supplier teams while driving them to execute validation plans; Statistically analyze data to provide risk assessments and technical recommendations