Materials Engineer, Packaging Product Design
Core
Design and execute structural packaging for Apple products, focusing on material selection, performance testing, and sustainability.
Role type
Senior IC materials engineer (packaging)
Builds
Structural packaging (shippers, finished goods boxes) for Apple products
Domain
Consumer electronics + sustainable materials
Required skills
material science fundamentals, statistical analysis, DOE planning, failure analysis, supplier relationship management, cross-functional collaboration
Preferred skills
contract manufacturer experience, bio-based materials knowledge, analytical characterization techniques, mass-production process development
Technologies
DOE, statistical tools, IQC/OQC processes
Responsibilities
Develop and evaluate new materials; translate product requirements into material specifications; design and execute material performance studies; create material specifications and partner with suppliers/manufacturing engineers; conduct characterization testing and failure analysis; build relationships with vendors to identify emerging materials
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
