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The Advanced Development Lab team supports R&D across product lines with cutting-edge prototyping, characterization, and metrology equipment. We're looking for a detail-oriented and collaborative natural problem solver to support our lab operations.

Description:

This role supports operational excellence across hardware engineering labs. You will work closely with diverse lab users, technical teams, and cross-functional stakeholders to ensure spaces remain safe, clean, well-organized, and operationally efficient. In addition to supporting day-to-day operations, you'll assist with space and facility projects, help drive alignment of capabilities and processes across locations, and collaborate with peer Lab Managers and engineering leaders to foster consistent, complementary lab culture.","responsibilities":"Engagement: Help implement and maintain lab policies and guidelines. Communicate lab-related updates and requirements clearly to all users.

Safety: Work with the Environmental Health and Safety team to maintain compliance with state, local, and Apple safety protocols.

Facility: Support day-to-day lab operations, including scheduling, space coordination, security compliance, vendor escort coordination, and general facilities activities.

Project Support: Assist with lab initiatives, including equipment installations, lab build-outs, and capability expansions. Help coordinate timelines, communicate with stakeholders, and track project status.

Maintenance: Assist with preventative maintenance activities and equipment calibration to help minimize downtime.

Inventory Management: Support procurement, inventory tracking, and management of laboratory equipment, tools, and consumable parts.

Technology: Provide basic Mac and PC hardware and software support related to lab equipment and testing.

Equipment & Testing Support: Learn lab instrumentation to support users and troubleshoot basic equipment issues. Occasionally assist with hands-on test execution, data collection, characterization, and validation activities when additional lab capacity is needed.

Preferred Qualifications:

2+ years of experience in R&D lab environments, engineering support, or technical operations.

Familiarity with lab equipment, basic maintenance procedures, or safety protocols.

Exposure to fabrication tools (3D printers, laser cutters, machine shop equipment).

Project coordination or process improvement experience.

Experience with test/characterization equipment or calibration processes.

Background working in cross-functional technical teams.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in a technical field, Associate's degree with relevant technical training, or equivalent hands-on experience.

1+ years of experience in lab operations, technical support, facilities, manufacturing, or related technical environments (internships and academic lab experience count).

Hands-on experience with equipment operation or demonstrated willingness to learn technical systems.

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Clear written and verbal communication skills.

Ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams.

Self-motivated and eager to learn.

Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We seek to promote 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 .

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 $118,500 and $197,500, 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.