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Engineering Program Manager — Ecodesign Strategy

Apple

Location

Cupertino, CA

Type

Full-time

Posted

8/19/2026

Compensation

Not listed

Undergraduate with 5+ Years of Experience
H-1B FY202699.0% approval+30% YoY
👑 Elite sponsor

Job description

The senior Engineering Program Manager will lead complex, cross-functional programs focused on Apple's Ecodesign compliance strategy. This role involves interpreting and influencing ecodesign regulations related to energy efficiency, repairability, and sustainability. The incumbent will work closely with various internal teams to shape regulatory landscapes and drive product design decisions. This position requires a strong understanding of sustainable engineering and regulatory compliance within the consumer electronics industry.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Industrial/Systems Engineering, Sustainability Science, or a related technical discipline
  • 8 to 10 years of experience in product environmental compliance, ecodesign, energy efficiency regulation, or a closely related field within consumer electronics
  • Excellent program management skills
  • Demonstrated expertise with global ecodesign regulations and frameworks
  • Strong understanding of product lifecycle principles
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Proficiency working with senior engineering leaders
  • Demonstrated ability to influence without authority
  • Willingness and ability to travel internationally
  • Direct experience implementing or evaluating products for compliance to EU ecodesign regulations
  • Experience with product energy testing or energy efficiency certification programs
  • Familiarity with lifecycle assessment methodologies
  • Working knowledge of consumer electronics hardware design and manufacturing processes
  • Experience engaging with regulatory bodies or industry consortia

Responsibilities

  • Lead complex, cross-functional programs that drive Apple's Ecodesign compliance strategy
  • Interpret and influence ecodesign regulations into actionable compliance plans
  • Lead stakeholder initiatives across Apple's hardware portfolio
  • Assess compliance risk alongside legal partners
  • Drive engineering teams toward regulatory readiness
  • Shape the regulatory landscape for ecodesign and sustainability
  • Establish strong business relationships and navigate conflicts with diplomacy
  • Translate technical regulatory content into actionable guidance for engineering and business audiences

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.

H-1B filing history

Public USCIS petition and DOL LCA counts · latest USCIS FY2026, LCA FY2026

Filing entity: Apple Inc

As of Aug 23, 2026

Initial approvals

1,065

FY2026

Approval rate

99.0%

FY2026

LCA certified

9,221

FY2026

Entry-level share

5.6%

FY2026

Initial approvals YoY

+30%

Trend

LCA certified YoY

-35%

Trend

Initial approvals by fiscal year

Approval rate by fiscal year

Continuing vs initial approvals

LCA certified positions by quarter

LCA certified positions by fiscal year

Based on public USCIS and DOL filings; not a sponsorship guarantee.

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