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Product Design Engineer - Interconnect

Apple

Location

San Diego, CA

Type

Full-time

Posted

5/5/2026

Compensation

Not listed

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Job description

As a member of the Interconnect team at Apple, you will contribute to the design and production of innovative interconnect technologies for various devices. This role involves working closely with cross-functional teams to redefine user experiences through advanced product design. You will focus on creating high-speed and high-power interconnects, novel wireless interfaces, and charging accessories. The position requires strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects in a dynamic environment.

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 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 into production innovative interconnect technologies.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Industrial Design, Hardware Engineering, and Marketing.
  • Manage multiple design tradeoffs and respond quickly to changes in a dynamic environment.
  • Drive the resolution of technical issues through effective communication and problem-solving.
  • Design and develop charging accessories for consumer electronics.

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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