Hardware Engineering Lab Technician
Location
Cupertino, CA | United States
Job description
We are seeking an enthusiastic Electronics Lab Technician to join our team and work on amazing watch products! In this role, you would be responsible for handling all aspects of the EE labs such as, soldering, equipment/calibration, tools and materials, device allocation, and equipment ordering. This is an exciting role where you will be working on next-generation Watch products.
Key Qualifications
- Expert soldering skills
- 3-5 years of relevant work experience in lab setup and maintenance.
- 5+ years as a lab technician is a plus
- Ability to rework, repair, and modify SMT PCBs down to 0201/01005 package size
- Team player with excellent communication skills
- Comfortable with working on Mac
- Willingness and ability to learn new things
- Experience with small mechanical assembly/disassembly is a plus
Description
Hand soldering experience with emphasis on:
*Reworking fine-pitch SMT parts including BGA parts
*Attaching probes and wires to printed circuit boards
Review test equipment specs with the engineering team and work with vendors to obtain quotes and file purchase orders
Experience in reading and interpreting electronic schematics
Setup and takedown of test stations and test racks when necessary.
Maintain lab assets, instrument calibration, and storage space.
Ensure compliance with lab certifications and location requirements.
Organize lab tools, prototype parts, and maintain a record of lab instruments using an internal system.
Education & Experience
2-4 year degree/diploma in a scientific field
Additional Requirements
Pay & Benefits
- 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 $42.85 and $76.15/hr, 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.
Hand soldering experience with emphasis on:
*Reworking fine-pitch SMT parts including BGA parts
*Attaching probes and wires to printed circuit boards
Review test equipment specs with the engineering team and work with vendors to obtain quotes and file purchase orders
Experience in reading and interpreting electronic schematics
Setup and takedown of test stations and test racks when necessary.
Maintain lab assets, instrument calibration, and storage space.
Ensure compliance with lab certifications and location requirements.
Organize lab tools, prototype parts, and maintain a record of lab instruments using an internal system. 2-4 year degree/diploma in a scientific field
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