The Component Engineer role at Apple involves working within the Components Engineering Team, which is responsible for selecting and managing efficient components for various products. This position focuses on ensuring the right components are chosen for electrical designs and requires collaboration with multiple teams. The engineer will act as a domain expert, supporting new product introductions and addressing complex delivery issues. The role emphasizes accuracy, understandability, and performance in component selection.

• BSEE required.
• 2+ years of experience in Component Engineering or a similar role.
• 5+ years of experience in Component Engineering or a similar role.
• Good understanding of engineering documentation and standard document control practices.
• Experience coordinating with groups such as Electrical Hardware Design and Mechanical Product Design.

• Support project teams across commodities as the resident component expert.
• Assist in new product introduction by developing lead times and qualification processes.
• Locate and qualify new potential component suppliers.
• Review and evaluate component PCNs and FA reports to assess issues and risks.
• Coordinate and track all component root cause failure analysis and implement corrective actions.
• Document and release all component specifications and conduct commodity research.

• 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.