Hardware Reliability Engineer – Ecosystem Accessories

Apple is a leading technology company known for innovative hardware and software products.
Culver City, CA, USA
$135,400 - $250,600
Hardware
Mid-Level Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
3+ years of experience
Consumer

Description For Hardware Reliability Engineer – Ecosystem Accessories

We are Apple's Hardware Reliability Engineering team, seeking a Hardware Reliability Engineer to work with our diverse iOS hardware engineering teams. Our team is responsible for ensuring and improving the durability and reliability of Apple's products. We partner with multiple engineering teams throughout the product lifecycle, from concept to field returns, helping to explore new technologies and understand customer usage.

As a Hardware Reliability Engineer, your responsibilities will include:

  • Developing new reliability test procedures and specifications
  • Preparing detailed test plans and analyzing test reports
  • Statistically analyzing data to provide design risk assessments
  • Presenting tests, results, and risk assessments to cross-functional and leadership teams
  • Researching new technologies to understand unique failure mechanisms
  • Guiding design and interacting with diverse groups to improve product reliability
  • Investigating failures during reliability testing to determine root causes and drive mitigations

The ideal candidate has a passion for constant learning and innovative engineering products. You will develop and implement creative reliability tests on new hardware programs, quantify reliability risks, support failure analysis, and advise the executive team on the best path forward.

This role offers the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology and contribute to the reliability of Apple's ecosystem accessories. You'll be part of a collaborative team environment and have the chance to make a significant impact on product quality and customer satisfaction.

Join our team and help shape the future of Apple's hardware reliability!

Last updated 25 days ago

Responsibilities For Hardware Reliability Engineer – Ecosystem Accessories

  • Developing new reliability tests procedures and specifications
  • Preparing concise and detailed test plans and analyzing test reports
  • Statistically analyzing data to provide design risk assessments
  • Presenting tests, test results, and risk assessments to cross-functional and leadership teams
  • Researching new technologies to understand unique failure mechanisms
  • Guiding design and interacting with diverse groups to improve product reliability
  • Investigating failures during reliability testing to determine root cause and drive mitigations

Requirements For Hardware Reliability Engineer – Ecosystem Accessories

Python
  • Bachelor's Degree in hardware focused engineering or technical field (ME, MSE, ChemE, EE, physics, etc).
  • 3-5+ years in reliability or relevant engineering experience
  • Experience performing product characterization including mechanical stress tests, shock/drop/vibration testing, environmental testing, etc.
  • Application of FMEA (Failure Modes and Effects Analysis)
  • Familiar with Failure Analysis techniques (Optical Microscopy, X-ray/CT, Scanning Electron Microscopy/Energy Dispersive Spectroscopy, etc.)
  • Collaborative attitude and ability to cross-functionally work effectively
  • Good written and verbal English communication skills
  • Ability to make clear and concise slides and presentations
  • Strong attention to detail and curiosity of how technologies work
  • Proficiency in iWork and Microsoft Office
  • Ability to travel internationally without restrictions

Benefits For Hardware Reliability Engineer – Ecosystem Accessories

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
401k
Equity
  • Comprehensive medical and dental coverage
  • Retirement benefits
  • Discounted products and free services
  • Education reimbursement for career advancement
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Discretionary restricted stock unit awards
  • Potential for discretionary bonuses or commission payments
  • Relocation assistance

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