Lab Manager

Apple Inc

San Diego, CA

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Apple, Apple Hardware, Asset Management, Calibration, Computer Engineering, Cross-Functional, Debugging Skills, Digital Circuits, Ecosystems, Electronics, Engineering Drawing, Equipment Specification, Identify Issues, Interpersonal Skills, Laboratory, Laboratory Equipment, Laboratory Management, Laboratory Operations, Logistics, Mac Operating System, Maintain Compliance, Negotiation Skills, Network Architecture/Engineering, Operational Support, Organizational Skills, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Printed Circuit Board (PCB) Layout, Problem Solving Skills, Project Schedule, Prototyping, Purchase Orders, Purchasing/Procurement, Python Programming/Scripting Language, Safety/Work Safety, Strategic Planning, Technical Support, Test Bench, Test Design, Test Equipment, Test Strategy, Time Management, Willing to Travel, Writing Skills
LOCATION
San Diego, CA
POSTED
30+ days ago

At Apple, the tools we build with are just as important as the products we ship to the world. As an Electronics Lab Manager, you will be the backbone of our hardware engineering environment, ensuring our teams have everything they need to design, test, and iterate on the next generation of groundbreaking Apple products. If you thrive in a fast-paced, highly technical environment and take pride in building organized, efficient lab ecosystems, this role was made for you. What Youll Do You will own the full lifecycle of our EE lab operations, from day-to-day management to strategic planning and infrastructure buildout. Your work will directly enable engineers to move faster and build better.

Lab Operations & Asset Management Oversee all aspects of EE lab operations including equipment, calibration, tools, materials, and device allocation Track lab assets, maintenance schedules, and calibration compliance to keep everything audit-ready Ensure full compliance with lab certifications and location-specific requirements Champion a culture of safety, security, and quality across all lab environments

Equipment & Procurement Review test equipment specifications alongside the engineering team and partner with vendors to gather quotes and submit purchase orders Allocate EE benches and test equipment strategically based on project schedules and evolving team needs

Lab Setup & Infrastructure Lead the setup and takedown of test stations and test racks as project needs demand Collaborate with Facilities teams on new lab buildouts from concept to completion

Engineering Support Interpret schematics and manage sourcing of quick-turn prototype boards Navigate PCB layout files and author detailed rework instructions when needed Support engineering program management with logistics for device troubleshooting and repair Analyze and clearly present data using Excel or Numbers Apply basic Python scripting to streamline lab workflows and reporting

Cross-Functional Collaboration Partner across multiple teams to drive results and remove obstacles Manage multiple competing deadlines without losing sight of quality or detail Travel as needed to support lab operations across sites2-3+ years of relevant experience in lab setup, operations, and maintenance Exceptional debugging, optimization, and problem-solving skills Familiarity working in a macOS environment on Apple hardware Strong written and verbal communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills A self-starter mindset with a genuine passion for learning new skills and technologiesProven ability to work effectively across cross-functional teams A self-starter mindset with a genuine passion for learning new skills and technologies Demonstrated integrity, diligence, and a high aptitude for tackling complex challenges Solid foundational understanding of analog and digital circuits Network Engineering A technical Associates or Bachelors degree is preferred, though equivalent hands-on work experience is absolutely valued and considered.

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