Apple

Magnetic Component Technologist

Apple$120K — $150K *
Consumer Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Deep expertise in magnetics and manufacturing of inductors, ferrite beads, and magnetic materials.
  • Familiarity with AC-DC and DC-DC circuit design and integration.
  • Demonstrated program management skills in cross-functional teams.
  • 5+ years of hands-on manufacturing experience on the factory floor.
  • Bachelor's or higher degree in Engineering or Physics with significant relevant experience.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as the primary technical liaison between cross-functional teams and global suppliers.
  • Develop end-to-end technology strategies for magnetic components.
  • Oversee design, validation, and characterization of magnetic solutions.
  • Manage qualification and reliability testing processes.
  • Drive solutions to technical challenges and ensure timely program delivery.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work on innovative hardware projects at a leading tech company.
  • Become a key player in a collaborative, cross-functional environment.
  • Chance to influence and lead critical component development.
  • Dynamic work environment with a focus on technology and innovation.
  • Possibility of international travel for supplier engagement.
Full Job Description
Join Apple's innovative hardware team as a Magnetic Component Technologist, where you will be the driving force behind the development of critical magnetic component solutions from initial concept to high-volume mass production. **Description** In this senior role, you will serve as the primary technical liaison bridging Apple's cross-functional teams with our global network of component suppliers. You will be responsible for the end-to-end technology strategy, overseeing the design, validation, characterization, and qualification of magnetic components. This is an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned engineer or scientist passionate about making a significant impact at Apple by delivering sophisticated magnetic component solutions that power our world-class products. This role requires approximately 10-20% overseas travel. **Minimum Qualifications** Deep Magnetics Expertise - Extensive professional experience in magnetics, specifically in the design and manufacturing of inductors, ferrite beads, and magnetic materials. Proficiency in material science, characterization, qualification, reliability testing, simulation/modeling, and statistical analysis is required. Cross-Disciplinary Knowledge - Familiarity with AC-DC and DC-DC circuit design, acoustics, reliability modeling, and device/system integration. Program Management & Influence - Proven ability to work as an individual contributor within a highly cross-functional environment. Must possess strong interpersonal skills to identify technical challenges, engage with suppliers, drive solutions, and manage programs to successful and on-schedule delivery. Hands-On Manufacturing Experience - A minimum of 5 years (preferably in the recent role) of direct and on-site factory floor experience in a relevant manufacturing field is mandatory. Education & Experience - BS in Electrical Engineering, Material Science & Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or Physics with a minimum of 10 years of relevant professional experience, or MS in the above fields - with a minimum of 8 years of relevant professional experience, or PhD in the above fields - with a minimum of 5 years of relevant professional experience. **Preferred Qualifications** Solid track record of leading product development from concept to mass-production In-depth knowledge of passive component supply chain Strong interpersonal skills

About Apple

Apple is a corporation that designs, manufactures, and markets mobile communication and media devices, personal computers, portable digital music players, and sells a variety of related software, services, peripherals, networking solutions, and third-party digital content and applications. Apple provides many products and services, including iPhone; iPad; iPod; Mac; Apple TV; a portfolio of consumer and professional software applications; the iOS and OS X operating systems; iCloud; and accessories, service, and support offerings. It sells its products worldwide through its retail stores, online stores, direct sales force and third-party cellular network carriers, wholesalers, retailers, and value-added resellers to the consumer and also sells third-party iPhone, iPad, Mac and iPod compatible products, including application software and accessories through its online and retail stores. Introduced in 1984, the Macintosh was the first widely sold personal computer with a graphical user interface (GUI). That feature and others such as an improved floppy drive design and a low-cost hard drive that made data retrieval faster helped Apple cultivate a reputation for innovation. Apple was named as the most admired company in the United States in 2008 and in the world from 2008 to 2012 by the Fortune magazine. The company was founded by Steven Paul Jobs, Steve Wozniak, and Ronald Gerald Wayne on April 1, 1976, and is headquartered in Cupertino, California.

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$63.9 billion
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1976
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