Thermal Engineer

Apple

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About The Position

Apple’s Thermal Product Design group is seeking an experienced Thermal Engineer to serve as its in-region thermal expert for passive devices in Asia. The role applies system-level and module-level thermal design expertise to design, testing, and validation, and works with in-region and US-based engineers to evaluate technologies, investigate designs, and develop processes for new passive products.

The engineer drives thermal testing at OEM and supplier factories, analyzes and summarizes results, assesses thermal performance, and manages technical engagements with thermal module and component vendors. The position also evaluates emerging technologies, helps guide supplier roadmaps, improves the productivity and quality of thermal solutions, supports root-cause analysis and corrective action for thermal failures and defective parts or materials, and trains engineers at OEM and vendor factories in specifications, production processes, and validation methods. Frequent domestic travel is required.

Requirements

• BS or MS in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• Experience in thermal design for passive devices, with a solid understanding of thermal systems, components, and their manufacturing processes.
• Direct, hands-on experience with thermal characterization equipment such as DAQ, TCs/RTDs, IR thermography, DC power supplies, and thermal chambers.
• Strong cross-functional communication and presentation skills in both English and Mandarin, including the ability to convey critical thermal findings and bridge design teams, OEMs, and external vendor partners.
• Solid domain expertise in passive thermal solutions, specifically Graphite, Vapor Chamber (VC), and Thermal Interface Materials (TIM).
• Frequent domestic travel is required.

Nice To Haves

• Scripting proficiency in Python, Perl, Bash, or similar tools.
• Proficiency in statistical analysis tools such as JMP and Tableau.
• Experience with thermal CFD tools such as Icepak and Flotherm.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Apple’s in-region thermal expert for passive devices, applying system-level and module-level thermal design, testing, and validation expertise.
• Collaborate with in-region and US-based Thermal Engineers on technology evaluation, design investigation, and process development for new passive products.
• Drive and execute thermal testing at OEM and supplier factories, including data deduction and analysis, summarizing findings, and delivering comprehensive assessments.
• Manage technical engagements with thermal module and component vendors; evaluate emerging technologies and drive supplier roadmaps to meet Apple product requirements.
• Suggest or adopt ideas to improve the productivity and quality of thermal solutions.
• Provide in-region expertise for root-cause analysis and corrective action for system thermal failures and defective thermal parts or materials.
• Train engineers at OEM and vendor factories to produce high-quality products using well-defined specifications, advanced production processes, and up-to-date validation tools and codes.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time