Hardware Engineering Lab Manager

Summary: Apple is where extraordinary people gather to do their best work. The Advanced Development Lab team supports R&D across product lines with cutting-edge prototyping, characterization, and metrology equipment, and they are seeking a detail-oriented and collaborative individual to support lab operations. Responsibilities: - Help implement and maintain lab policies and guidelines. Communicate lab-related updates and requirements clearly to all users - Work with the Environmental Health and Safety team to maintain compliance with state, local, and Apple safety protocols - Support day-to-day lab operations, including scheduling, space coordination, security compliance, vendor escort coordination, and general facilities activities - Assist with lab initiatives, including equipment installations, lab build-outs, and capability expansions. Help coordinate timelines, communicate with stakeholders, and track project status - Assist with preventative maintenance activities and equipment calibration to help minimize downtime - Support procurement, inventory tracking, and management of laboratory equipment, tools, and consumable parts - Provide basic Mac and PC hardware and software support related to lab equipment and testing - Learn lab instrumentation to support users and troubleshoot basic equipment issues. Occasionally assist with hands-on test execution, data collection, characterization, and validation activities when additional lab capacity is needed Required Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in a technical field, Associate's degree with relevant technical training, or equivalent hands-on experience - 1+ years of experience in lab operations, technical support, facilities, manufacturing, or related technical environments (internships and academic lab experience count) - Hands-on experience with equipment operation or demonstrated willingness to learn technical systems - Strong organizational skills and attention to detail - Clear written and verbal communication skills - Ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams - Self-motivated and eager to learn Preferred Qualifications: - 2+ years of experience in R&D lab environments, engineering support, or technical operations - Familiarity with lab equipment, basic maintenance procedures, or safety protocols - Exposure to fabrication tools (3D printers, laser cutters, machine shop equipment) - Project coordination or process improvement experience - Experience with test/characterization equipment or calibration processes - Background working in cross-functional technical teams Required Skills: Lab operations, Technical support, Equipment operation Important Skills: Project coordination, Safety protocols, lab equipment, Calibration processes Nice-to-Have Skills: Organizational skills, Communication skills, Collaborative work, Self-motivated Benefits: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, Retirement benefits, A range of discounted products and free services, Reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition, Discretionary bonuses or commission payments, Relocation