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Battery Test Technician

Sunnyvale,California,United States

Hardware

Do you have a passion for invention and self-challenge? As part of our Battery Engineering group, craft creative battery solutions that deliver more energy in smaller spaces than ever before. We work across subject areas to transform improved hardware elements into a single, integrated design. Join us, and you’ll help us innovate new battery technologies that continually outperform the previous iterations! By collaborating with other product development groups across Apple, we push the industry boundaries of what batteries can do and improve the product experience for our customers across the world! In this highly visible role, you will have the opportunity to use your broad skills as a test technician, and apply them to next generation battery development for Apple products, pushing the boundaries battery innovation!

Description

• Assemble batteries into carriers for testing using basic hand tools. • Place loaded fixtures into semi automated test stations. • Load and unload carriers from thermal chambers. • Perform mechanical and electrical measurements on devices according to SOPs. • Communicate issues observed in samples, process, or documentation to supervisor. • Enter data into shop floor system as needed. • Adhere to safety protocol and lab guidelines. • Support failure analysis efforts, as guided by engineers. • Job duties may require additional work like assisting in organizing of inventory and warehouse. • This role will require to work weekends.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associates degree or 5+ years experience in electrical testing of devices (e.g., in medical devices, semiconductors, solar, aerospace or battery industries).

Key Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

• Have a previous track record of success conducting tests - should also be able to process and summarize data.

• Possess a high level of attention to detail with handling of samples and test data.

• Possess experience with electrical and mechanical lab measurement equipment (measurement gauges, volt and impedance meters, as well as automated test equipment, etc).

• Must be able to work in a repetitive environment.

• Ability to follow documented procedures and give feedback on existing or missing procedures.

• Good communication skills in order to report issue clearly and effectively.

• Experience with battery cycle life testing using Maccor or Arbin testers is a plus.

• Experienced in handling of Lithium ion batteries.

• Experience in wiring and soldering.

• Safety training in previous jobs.

• Experience working with torque wrenches and thickness gauges preferred.

• Lifting requirement (weight) 30 lbs.

Education & Experience

Additional Requirements

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 $31.20 and $56.65/hr, 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 (https://www.apple.com/careers/us/benefits.html) 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. (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf)

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