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Interconnect Product Design Engineer

Apple

Location

Cupertino, CA

Type

Full-time

Posted

5/5/2026

Compensation

Not listed

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Job description

As a member of Apple's multi-functional design team, you will contribute to the development of innovative interconnect technologies for the next generation of devices. You will collaborate with various teams to design high-speed and high-power interconnects, as well as novel wireless interfaces. The role requires excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple design tradeoffs in a dynamic environment. Your work will play a crucial part in redefining user experiences across Apple's product lineup.

Requirements

  • Mechanical engineering degree or equivalent; BSME or higher
  • Analytical and problem solving skills as applied to mechanical engineering
  • Fluency in 3D CAD software
  • Ability to design cosmetic and structural plastic and metal components
  • Experience in design for manufacturability and design for assembly
  • Experience with statistical tolerance analysis techniques, functional dimensioning, and geometric tolerancing
  • Experience presenting and communicating technical concepts, ideas, and solutions graphically
  • The ability to travel internationally (20%+)
  • Experience in detailed part and product design in consumer electronics
  • Experience with connector design, liquid and dust ingress protection, corrosion, and/or signal integrity
  • Experience with inductive power transfer, coils, and/or magnetic materials
  • Experience with antenna design and integration
  • Experience with permanent magnets, and magnet array designs
  • Experience working with overseas manufacturers
  • Experience with design for high-volume manufacturing
  • Mandarin language skills

Responsibilities

  • Conceive, design, and bring to life products that redefine user experience.
  • Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including Industrial Design and Hardware Engineering.
  • Contribute to the design of highly customized high-speed and high-power interconnects.
  • Develop complete charging accessories for customer use.
  • Manage multiple program needs simultaneously in a dynamic environment.
  • Drive appropriate resolutions to issues through effective communication and social skills.

Benefits

  • 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.

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