The Data Collection Systems team at Apple focuses on designing innovative solutions that incorporate advanced sensing technologies into various products. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop mechanical designs for early-stage data collection systems. The environment promotes creativity and engineering excellence, allowing individuals to contribute their unique talents. Candidates will engage in setting technical requirements and overseeing the mechanical build process for low volume manufacturing.

• Strong mechanical engineering fundamentals with good analytical skills.
• Proficiency in 3D CAD modeling and generating 2D manufacturing drawings.
• Minimum requirement of a bachelor's degree.
• Exposure to real-world manufacturing and quality control processes including IQC, IPQC, tolerance analysis, DFM/DFA, and GD&T.
• Experience with Siemens NX and familiarity with design, fabrication, and assembly of flexible or rigid printed circuit boards.
• Hands-on experience integrating electronics, sensors, or cameras within tight packaging or thermal constraints.
• Understanding of optical and imaging systems, force, touch, or inertial sensing technologies.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact with management, team members, and external vendors.
• MS in mechanical engineering with proven industry or internship experience.

• Partner with cross-functional teams such as electrical, optical, embedded firmware, and software algorithm engineers.
• Assist in setting technical requirements and design detailing.
• Oversee prototyping, fabrication, and the mechanical build process of low volume system manufacturing.

• 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.