February 11, 2025

Display Technology Lab Manager

Mid • On-site

$97,344 - $188,100/yr

Sunnyvale, CA

Summary

Posted:
Role Number:200590751
Apple is where individual imaginations gather together, committing to the values that lead to great work. Every new product we build, service we create, or Apple Store experience we deliver is the result of us making each other’s ideas stronger. That happens because every one of us shares a belief that we can make something wonderful and share it with the world, changing lives for the better. It’s the diversity of our people and their thinking that inspires the innovation that runs through everything we do. When we bring everybody in, we can do the best work of our lives. Here, you’ll do more than join something — you’ll add something. Apple’s Display Technology Lab Design and Management team is looking for a passionate, self-motivated Lab Manager. As part of the Lab Design and Management team you will be directly responsible for supporting the engineering teams with the care and upkeep of multiple engineering lab spaces. Your responsibilities will include equipment purchase, organization, maintenance, calibration, and support. You will help train engineers on equipment usage and safe working practices within the lab environment. Other areas of responsibility include Mac/PC host management, basic test fixture fabrication, and leading the continued organization, cleanliness, and environmental health and safety compliance of lab spaces. You will also coordinate project work with internal and external facilities and equipment vendors, author laboratory documentation, and clearly and concisely communicate updates to the larger team. We’re looking for a talented professional and leader who enjoys tackling tough challenges, taking initiative, and enabling world-class hardware engineering in a fast-paced and demanding product development climate.

Description

- Directly responsible for Display Technology Hardware engineering lab spaces - Collaborate with and support peer lab managers, partner in driving consistent lab capabilities across multiple sectors - Maintain and control access to lab spaces; own lab scheduling, space allocation, security compliance, facilities activities, safety compliance and general operations - Define, document, and implement lab policies and guidelines - Work with the Environmental Health and Safety team to ensure compliance and alignment to relevant safety protocols and compliance to local laws - Keep lab spaces clean and organized; improve lab space efficiency through continuous organizational and procedural/process improvements - Procurement, inventory, maintenance, and calibration of all laboratory equipment, tools, and supplies - Support engineering test setup, execution, data collection, and documentation - Mac and PC hardware and software setup as related to lab equipment and testing - Support basic electrical and mechanical prototype assembly, debug, and modification

Minimum Qualifications

  • The ideal candidate is a capable technical generalist with relevant experience with most of the following:
  • Minimum requirement of Bachelor's degree
  • Lab Management experience
  • Experience with lab setup like: organization, management, and continuous improvement
  • Experience with industrial health and safety risk assessments and safety protocol enforcement
  • Experience with mechanical/environmental test equipment (thermal test chambers, small industrial robots/actuators etc.) and/or basic electrical test tools (power supplies, multimeters, oscilloscopes, DAQs, function generators, etc.) and/or experience with sensors and metrology equipment (microscopes, thermocouples, accelerometers, pressure sensors, etc.) and/or experience with basic fabrication tools (hand tools, drill press, band saw, etc); designing, assembling, and documenting basic test fixtures

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with industrial facilities and basic equipment troubleshooting
  • Experience with Apple product or other electronics disassembly / repair
  • Ability to prioritize and multi-task in a very busy, sometimes chaotic environment
  • Go getter attitude and willingness to really commit to get the job done
  • Effective written and interpersonal communication skills, proven ability to work multi-functionally, harness the power of teamwork, and relate to technical partners
  • Solid understanding of MacOS and Windows configuration

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 $97,344 and $188,100 annualized, 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. Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant.