Hardware Reliability Engineer at Apple

Cupertino, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

22 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

23 Dec, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Problem-Solving, Technical Expertise, Material Properties, Device Properties, Statistical Data Analysis, Failure Analysis, Reliability Testing, Test Equipment Development, Collaboration, Communication Skills, Attention to Detail, Curiosity, Presentation Skills, Physics of Failure, Design Recommendations, Test Plan Development

Industry

Computers and Electronics Manufacturing

Description

At Apple, we don’t just follow industry standards—we push beyond them. We value creative problem-solving, dynamic thinking, and the ability to quickly adapt to new technical challenges. If you’re excited about tackling tough problems and shaping the future of amazing products, we’d love to have you on board! In this role, you’ll collaborate with diverse hardware teams to ensure our products are not only durable and reliable, but also built to exceed expectations. From early concepts to field returns, you’ll lead cross-functional teams, design innovative reliability tests, and drive continuous product improvements. DESCRIPTION As a Hardware Reliability Engineer, you'll be responsible for identifying high-risk failure modes early in the design process and working closely with design engineering teams to reduce those risks. You'll create new reliability tests based on the physics of failure and anticipated user behavior, ensuring our systems meet the highest standards. You'll also develop and deliver critical test equipment and specifications, and collaborate with vendors to meet testing deadlines. Additionally, you'll support failure analysis efforts, offering design recommendations based on your evaluation of test data to drive continuous product improvements. You bring exceptional problem-solving skills and technical expertise, including: - A deep understanding of material and device properties (mechanical, electrical, optical, thermal) and the underlying physics - Proficiency in statistical data analysis and clear reporting, providing design risk assessments and guiding product improvements - Strong theoretical knowledge in physical failure analysis techniques, such as SEM/EDX/X-Ray and other characterization techniques - Proven ability to develop new reliability test procedures, create detailed test plans, and analyze results to assess design risks MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor’s Degree in technical field (mechanical engineering, materials engineering, electrical engineering, physics or related fields etc.) Collaborative attitude and ability to cross-functionally work effectively Good written and verbal English communication skills. Ability to effectively communicate through email, WebEx, and phone Ability to make clear and concise slides and presentations through keynote, excel, etc. Strong attention to detail and curiosity of how technologies work Able to use basic productivity apps such as email, web browser, calendar, WebEx/Zoom, spreadsheet, keynote/ppt, etc PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS 2-8 years of experience in an engineering role M.S. or PhD in Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or an equivalent field Statistical experience such as Weibull, JMP, or familiarity with accelerated test models Familiar with Failure Analysis techniques (Optical Microscopy, X-ray/CT, Scanning Electron Microscopy/Energy Dispersive Spectroscopy, etc.), and the ability to use failure analysis methodology to derive a root cause of failure Ability to travel internationally without restriction

Responsibilities

As a Hardware Reliability Engineer, you'll identify high-risk failure modes early in the design process and collaborate with design engineering teams to mitigate those risks. You'll lead cross-functional teams, design reliability tests, and support failure analysis efforts to drive continuous product improvements.