Product Design Engineer

One of Apple’s R&D groups is currently seeking a senior product design engineer. This engineer will be responsible for mechanical design of mechanisms and mechatronic systems from concept generation through physical implementation and validation.

Responsibilities

• Partner with cross‑functional teams such as electrical, controls, and embedded firmware engineers to realize mechatronic system designs.
• Mechanical design (3D and 2D drawings).
• Mechanism design and integration.
• Electrical component integration (sensors, electronics, wiring, and harnesses).
• Prototype, evaluate, develop, and harden designs.
• Close collaboration with cross‑functional teams.

Minimum Qualifications

• BS in mechanical engineering or similar field
• 5+ years of hands‑on mechanism and mechatronic product design experience
• Experience selecting and integrating electronics, sensors, and mechanisms in challenging packaging environments
• Strong mechanical engineering analytical skills
• Experience selecting materials and manufacturing processes based on engineering requirements
• Experience working in technical project groups in a professional environment
• Proficiency in 3D CAD and creating 2D drawings
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) including emails, preparing slide presentations, and presenting technical concepts to multi‑disciplinary teams
• Detail orientated and capable of handling multiple assignments at once

Preferred Qualifications

• MS or PhD in mechanical engineering or similar field
• Fluent in Siemens NX including surfacing tools
• Experience working through entire product cycle including shipping product experience
• Experience leading teams through product development cycle from concept development to production bring‑up

Compensation and Benefits

Base pay range: $184,700 – $324,800. The package may include discretionary bonuses, commission, relocation, and benefits such as medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, ancillary stock programs, a discounted employee stock purchase plan, tuition reimbursement, and other perks.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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