Apple is a place where extraordinary people gather to do their best work! Would you like to become part of a hands-on team that cultivates engineering precision and innovation? We are seeking an individual to participate in the development of world-class semiconductor epitaxy processes.
Description
This is a full-time on-site equipment engineering leadership position. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and maintaining III-V epitaxy processes equipment in a semiconductor wafer research facility. The Leader will drive the modification of equipment to enable new capabilities to support a variety of process and design development projects, and will ensure that the equipment is properly maintained for safety, up-time, and reproducibility. The Leader also will be responsible for metrology and characterization equipment. The Leader will have substantial day-to-day responsibilities in the development laboratory. They will be responsible for monitoring process and characterization equipment performance and resolving issues. They will write and implement daily work instructions, and participate in training and coaching. They will maintain standard operating procedures and traceability, and maintain spare parts inventories. The Leader will supervise equipment engineers, work with technicians, operators, process engineers, and facilities staff on a daily basis, and will maintain strong relationships with equipment vendor field service engineers.
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Minimum Qualifications
- 10+ years of experience in maintenance and operation of production-scale MOCVD equipment with arsine and phosphine sources
- 10+ years of experience with delivery and abatement systems for hazardous chemicals and gases, and phosphorus
- Able to lift 75 pounds, scale ladders of varying heights, and wear supplied-air respirators, SCBA, and Level B suits
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's in Engineering
- 10 years of experience with MOCVD equipment used to grow lasers, photodetectors, or LEDs in the AlInGaAsP and AlInGaN material systems
- 5 years of experience with automatic wafer handling equipment
- 5 years of experience with wafer characterization equipment
- 10 years of experience with operation and configuration of in-situ metrology systems for MOCVD (pyrometers, reflectometers)
- Experience with querying databases with Python code
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 $175,800 and $312,200, 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.
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.
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