Engineering Lab Technician

Apple Inc

Cupertino, CA

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Apple Macs, Communication Skills, Cross-Functional, Detail Oriented, FPGA, Hardware Administration, Inventory Management, Inventory Reports, Laboratory, Laboratory Equipment, Laboratory Operations, Laboratory Testing, Leadership, Mac Operating System, Microsoft Remote Desktop Services (fka Terminal Services), Microsoft Windows Operating System, Multitasking, Network Cable, Network Switching, Operating Systems, Organizational Skills, Oscilloscope, People Management, Printed Circuit Board (PCB), Prototyping, Record Keeping, Right-Sizing, Soldering, Surface Mount Technology, Systems Maintenance, Team Player, Test Equipment, Wire Harness
LOCATION
Cupertino, CA
POSTED
9 days ago

The ideal candidate brings a mechanical aptitude, a methodical approach to hands-on work, and a collaborative attitude. You thrive in a fast-paced lab setting, can manage multiple tasks simultaneously, and take pride in keeping systems well-organized and operational. Prior experience with FPGA platforms or emulation infrastructure is a plus.

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Engineering Lab Technician to support our Validation Hardware Lab, Prototyping, and Emulation teams. In this hands-on role, you will work closely with project leads to set up and maintain critical lab infrastructure, including regression racks, thermal systems, and emulation platforms. You will play a key part in keeping our labs organized, operational, and running efficiently across a dynamic 24/7 engineering environment.

  • Assist the project lead in completing tasks across all Engineering Labs
  • Set up and maintain regression racks, including Mac Minis, network switches, APC power strips, DUTs, and cable harnesses
  • Assemble and maintain thermal systems, including pneumatic thermal heads, DUT fixtures, water/air cooling components, and cable harnesses
  • Neatly route and dress power and network cables for regression and thermal racks
  • Perform board touch-up, rework, and soldering on thru-hole and SMT components down to 0201 size
  • Maintain accurate inventory records for FPGA boards, enclosures, and lab equipment
  • Assist remote users with chip swaps and thermal station adjustments
  • Organize lab tools and maintain cleanliness and order throughout all lab spaces
  • Coordinate access for lab services and third-party personnel per manager instructions
  • Provide cross-functional support to other Engineering Labs as needed.Bachelors degree or equivalent experience and a minimum of 5 years relevant industry experience.Proficiency in soldering and PCB rework, including SMT components (0201 and above) Familiarity with passive components - types, sizes, and values Working knowledge of lab test equipment including oscilloscopes, DVMs, and Caliber systems Basic networking knowledge - switches, remote desktop, server fundamentals Operating system proficiency on both macOS and Windows Strong organizational skills with high attention to detail Effective communication skills and ability to follow project lead instructions precisely Flexibility to support a 24/7 lab environment.

About the Company

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Apple Inc

We bring amazing people together to make amazing things happen.

We’re a diverse collection of thinkers and doers, continually reimagining what’s possible to help us all do what we love in new ways. The people who work here have reinvented entire industries with the Mac, iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch, as well as with services, including iTunes, the App Store, Apple Music, and Apple Pay. And the same passion for innovation that goes into our products also applies to our practices — strengthening our commitment to leave the world better than we found it.

About Apple

There’s a place here for every kind of brilliant. Everyone here is an innovator, or an innovator-to-be, no matter what your team or your role. So bring your passion, courage, and original thinking and get ready to share it, because every new product, service, or feature we invent is the result of people working together to make each others’ ideas stronger. Innovation at this level depends on people who represent the variety of the human experience and inspire us with their own fresh perspectives. Together, we’ll do amazing work that can make a difference in people’s lives. Including your own. Learn more about working at Apple.

COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Computer/IT Services
FOUNDED
1976
WEBSITE
https://www.apple.com/jobs