Manufacturing Process Engineer- Display

Cupertino, California, United States Operations and Supply Chain

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The Manufacturing Process Engineering (MPE) group at Apple is part of the technical operations team responsible for cutting edge manufacturing technology for displays in Apple’s products. As a member of this team, you will be responsible for the development, qualification, optimization, and production ramp of new manufacturing process technology and equipment for displays!

• As a Manufacturing Process Engineer, you will lead the development of manufacturing process technology and manufacturing equipment to enable new features in display as part of the Display Operations team.
• In the early program phases, you will partner with development engineering teams to evaluate various process technologies, equipment designs, and suppliers, and identify / select the best method for mass production.
• In the middle program phases, you will drive equipment / material suppliers to develop reliable, high‑throughput, mass‑production capable equipment that delivers tightly controlled process performance that meets pre‑defined specifications.
• In the latter program phases, you will lead the roll‑out of equipment, material, and process across the Apple display supply chain, optimize the process and equipment for device performance, yield, quality, reliability, and efficiency, and ramp the new equipment / process into full mass production.

• 7+ years of hands‑on experience in the design and development of manufacturing processes and equipment.
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, chemical, electrical engineering or related field.

• Experience working with contract manufacturers or suppliers
• Experience with continuous improvement of manufacturing processes
• Demonstrated ability to perform tolerance stack‑up, DOE, SPC, data analysis, and failure analysis is required
• Familiarity with failure analysis techniques such as SEM, EDX, FTIR, etc is preferred
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Basic programming (e.g., Python, SQL) and JMP/Tableau knowledge to analyze, and automate manufacturing and process data workflows. Experience evaluating and managing software vendors is a plus.
• Experience working with agentic AI workflows and AI‑assisted tools to accelerate engineering analysis and process optimization

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 $163,500 and $246,200, 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

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