This role is for a mechanical engineer at Apple, focusing on the development and ramp of next-generation products. The position emphasizes collaboration with cross-functional teams to evaluate designs and manufacturing processes. The engineer will be responsible for driving improvements in manufacturing practices and ensuring products are designed for manufacturability. This highly visible role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on Apple's product offerings.

• 3+ years of experience in process development, bring up, and qualification
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent, with a Master's preferred
• Program or project management experience
• Manufacturing or supplier management experience
• Working knowledge of GD&T and Engineering Drawing Interpretation
• Familiarity with Design of Experiments and statistical process control methods
• Good command of Excel and JMP
• Knowledge of Metrology design and Optical/Contact Measurement Equipment is preferred
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
• Mandarin or Korean language skills are a plus but not required
• Strong team player

• Review and provide feedback on design and design intent of components and assemblies.
• Set standard manufacturing practices and determine their impact on design and final product parameters.
• Partner with internal and external teams to evaluate designs and processes during the concept phase.
• Develop new or improved processes for parts and assemblies using theoretical and practical engineering.
• Drive corrective actions with internal and external team members.
• Conduct design experiments to validate manufacturing processes or design iterations.
• Ensure new products are mechanically manufacturable through design for manufacturability.
• Design and develop complex processes to improve quality and efficiency.
• Present technical issues and updates to management and cross-functional teams regularly.
• Provide creative solutions for engineering challenges related to the assembly process.
• Travel internationally to supplier sites, up to 30%.

• Employees at Apple are often offered comprehensive benefits that support physical and mental well-being—flexible medical plans, confidential counseling, onsite wellness centers at major campuses, and resources for fitness and daily life. Families typically receive fertility support, paid parental leave with gradual return, caregiving leave, and dependent-care guidance, while financial perks commonly include stock grants (with purchase discounts), 401(k) matching, and income-protection coverage. Employees also see robust time off, Apple University learning and tuition reimbursement, donation matching and paid volunteer hours, and deep product and partner discounts.