Process Development Engineer
Santa Clara, California, United States
Hardware
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Description
Apple is looking for a world-class thin film engineer to design PVD equipment and processes for advanced technology development. The role requires development and simulation of a production-intent manufacturing process on pilot scale equipment to realize key product performance and economic targets. This individual will work in a multi-functional team with a scale partner to develop production-scale equipment and drive process integration. Travel as required to achieve effective technology transfer and production line readiness will be required.
Minimum Qualifications
- BS and a minimum of 10 years relevant industry experience.
- Experience in thin film deposition in one of the following industries: semiconductor, thin film display, thin film solar, optical coatings or related industry.
- Experience with thin film characterization techniques.
- Ability to travel (domestic and international travel, up to 20%).
Key Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
- PhD or MS in material science, physics, chemistry, chemical engineering, mechanical engineering or related fields.
- Experienced in deposition of metal and oxide thin films using a range of power configurations (DC, AC, RF).
- Familiar with in-line and drum coating tool architectures.
- Experience collaborating with Mechanical Engineering/Design and Operations.
- Experience managing key vendor relationships and complex production requirements.
- Proficient with statistical analysis and problem-solving tools (SPC, DOE, Fishbone, FMEA, etc).
- Proficient with thin film characterization techniques (SEM, TEM, XRD, XPS, SIMS, etc).
- Excellent communication, organizational and leadership skills.
- Ability to independently drive projects and deliver a product.
- Flexible and calm in the face of ambiguity.
Education & Experience
Additional Requirements
Pay & Benefits
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