The Apple Manufacturing Design Engineer (MDE) plays a crucial role in leading the development and implementation of innovative manufacturing processes across Apple's global supply base. This position involves close collaboration with various teams, including Industrial Design, Product Design, and Manufacturing Design, to create effective manufacturing solutions for iPhone enclosures. The MDE is expected to bring creativity to Apple's manufacturing approach while ensuring that solutions meet quality, cost, yield, capacity, schedule, and environmental goals. A strong passion for manufacturing and engineering excellence is essential in this collaborative environment.

• 5+ years of experience in mechanical product development, manufacturing engineering, tooling engineering, or high precision fabrication.
• Bachelor's degree or higher in mechanical, manufacturing, industrial engineering, or related fields is preferred.
• Understanding of core principles of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing.
• Strong communication skills to influence data-driven manufacturing decisions.

• Lead the development and implementation of innovative manufacturing processes.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional stakeholders to ensure manufacturing solutions meet product goals.
• Contribute to the creation, evaluation, and implementation of end-to-end manufacturing solutions.
• Apply innovative approaches to problem-solving by leveraging past experiences.

• 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.