Lab Manager

Apple • San Diego, CA

5d

About The Position

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 You'll 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 sites

Requirements

• 2-3+ 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 technologies

Nice To Haves

• Proven 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 Associate's or Bachelor's degree is preferred, though equivalent hands-on work experience is absolutely valued and considered.

Responsibilities

• 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
• 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
• 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
• 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
• 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 sites

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree