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Brittles Manufacturing Quality Engineer

Apple· Operations and Supply Chain
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HanoiFull-timePosted 4mo ago

About the role

Role focused on de-risking and enabling mass production of advanced brittle materials and components through proactive quality planning, data-driven analysis, and supplier collaboration. Leads quality initiatives across programs, develops measurement and inspection methods, and drives continuous improvement in high-volume, precision manufacturing of brittle materials.

Responsibilities

  • Act as the Quality Engineering lead for assigned programs, managing all quality functions and serving as the project manager for quality initiatives at supplier locations.
  • Partner with global teams (Design, Process Engineering, Supplier Management) to evaluate product designs and manufacturing processes for brittle materials during the concept and development phases.
  • Develop and implement measurement technologies, control strategies, and quality inspection tools for evaluating the structural integrity, cosmetic, and dimensional characteristics of brittle parts.
  • Design and validate specialized test methods and gauges for brittle material properties.
  • Compile and analyze data to establish precise process and part specifications.
  • Drive root cause analysis and corrective actions for material failures and quality issues, applying problem-solving tools and leading multi-functional and supplier teams.
  • Develop manufacturing methods and information systems that achieve unparalleled quality targets for brittle components while enabling scalable, high-yield production.
  • Establish and implement audit procedures to ensure consistent adherence to quality standards at supplier facilities.
  • Evaluate, communicate, and improve production yields for new and existing processes involving brittle materials.
  • Work closely with internal and external groups to define quality expectations and implement appropriate assurance techniques throughout the supply chain.

Qualifications

  • Education: Master’s or Ph.D. in Materials Science, Ceramics Engineering, Geology (with materials focus), or a closely related field.
  • Deep Theoretical & Practical Knowledge: Expertise in structure-property-processing relationships of brittle materials (e.g., ceramics, glasses, inter-metallics, certain composites).
  • Advanced Materials Characterization: Hands-on FA and characterization tools (FTIR, SEM, TEM) with ability to interpret data to diagnose material failures.
  • Data Science Proficiency: Statistical analysis, data modeling, and computational methods to solve materials problems and optimize processes.
  • Communication: Fluent English with outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
  • Personal Skills: Initiative, problem-solving prowess, leadership and influence.
  • Proven hands-on experience in a quality or manufacturing engineering role within a high-volume, precision manufacturing environment.
  • Experience in processing, finishing, or quality control of brittle materials in industrial or advanced research settings.
  • Project management experience with problem-solving tools (Design of Experiments, Root Cause Analysis, FMEA, Statistical Process Control).
  • Knowledge of quality/reliability concepts, supplier management, and manufacturing operations.
  • Experience with mechanical enclosures, injection molding, tooling, jigs, fixtures, or automotive high-volume manufacturing is a plus.
  • MBA or management certification.

Skills

Required:Quality engineering leadershipDesign of ExperimentsRoot Cause AnalysisStatistical Process Control
Nice to have:Failure Analysis
Last updated Jul 3, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

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