The Apple iPhone Manufacturing Design Engineer (MDE) plays a critical role in developing mechanical manufacturing processes across Apple's global supply base. This position requires collaboration with various teams, including Industrial Design and Manufacturing Design partners, to innovate and improve manufacturing efficiency. The MDE will focus on automation and fixture design, ensuring that manufacturing processes are optimized for cost and yield. This hands-on role demands expertise in automation, robotics, and fixture design for mass production applications.

• 5+ years of experience working on automation, robotics applications, and fixture design for mass production applications
• BS/MS in engineering (mechanical, manufacturing, automation, mechatronics, robotics, or equivalent)
• Extensive experience using CAD to review and design mechanical components, complex assemblies, and precision fixtures
• Ability to reconcile DFM feedback with design goals and anticipate risk
• Fluent spoken and written English skills with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts

• Drive automation and fixture design activities for key manufacturing processes
• Innovate on assembly fixture designs through brainstorming and CAD conceptualization
• Work with engineering teams to identify automation needs and opportunities
• Drive detailed design reviews and iterate on new fixture concepts
• Develop modular designs for component fixturing to maximize capital equipment reuse

• 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.