Manufacturing Design Engineer (MDE) – Module Components at Apple
Cupertino, CA 95014
About the Job
SummaryPosted: Weekly Hours: 40 Role Number:200571247Imagine what you could do here at Apple; new ideas have a way of becoming extraordinary products, services, and customer experiences very quickly
Bring passion and dedication to your job and there's no telling what you could accomplish
The people here at Apple don’t just create products — they create the kind of wonder that’s revolutionized entire industries
It’s the diversity of those people and their ideas that inspires the innovation that runs through everything we do, from amazing technology to industry-leading environmental efforts
Join Apple and help us leave the world better than we found it
In this highly visible role, our Module Components Manufacturing Design Engineers (MDEs) are responsible for the development and implementation of high precision mechanical fabrication processes in a high volume environment for all Apple Products.DescriptionYou will utilize your mechanical manufacturing background in the following areas:
Process Development:
Planning, proposing, and leading experiments to produce timely and accurate analyses used to drive design, development, and supply chain decisions
Assessing the suitability of a fabrication technology for a given part design
Planning validation exercises to demonstrate initial feasibility as well as manufacturing capability
Analyzing results of validation exercises and provide technical recommendations
Reviewing progress of development activities at supplier locations and serve as point of escalation for critical process related issues
New Product Introduction:
Acts as lead engineer to drive process development and capability assessment activities, reviewing part design documentation to ensure alignment with process capability
Assigns specific tasks and work with Apple suppliers to support process development and/or data gathering activities
Set clear goals for results and provide timely reviews of performance throughout program
Establish validation procedures to determine acceptance of tooling into development builds as well as mass production
Supplier Execution:
Review supplier tool design, process flow, equipment selection, DFM, and DOE proposals
Identify shortfalls and corrective actions to ensure design compliance
Work with supplier engineering teams to map out process development exercises, secure resources, and commit to schedules in line with program goals Assess supplier readiness to support build events and production ramp
Identify potential execution issues and provide recommendations to mitigate risk
Minimum Qualifications5+ years experience supporting new product launches from a manufacturing engineering or product development perspective.Experience with fabricating parts or jigs, fixtures, tooling, injection molding, plastics, ceramics, machine shop (CNC, Mills, Lathes)Experience with automation, assembly processes, secondary operations such as polishing, laser etching, de-burring, blasting, laser welding, glue dispensingInternational travel to supplier sites, up to 25%.Preferred QualificationsExperience in process development/bring up and qualificationKnowledge of GD&T and engineering drawing interpretation, Designs of Experiments (DOE), statistical process control methods and theory (SPC, CPK)Good command of Excel and JMP statistical softwareProgram management background is considered a +.Experience in working with Asian suppliers is a +MSME/BSME, or equivalent
MBA a +Pay & BenefitsAt Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range
This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role
The base pay range for this role is between $151,200 and $227,600, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple’s discretionary employee stock programs
Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple’s Employee Stock Purchase Plan
You’ll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition
Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation
Learn more about Apple Benefits.Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity
We take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics
Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant.
Bring passion and dedication to your job and there's no telling what you could accomplish
The people here at Apple don’t just create products — they create the kind of wonder that’s revolutionized entire industries
It’s the diversity of those people and their ideas that inspires the innovation that runs through everything we do, from amazing technology to industry-leading environmental efforts
Join Apple and help us leave the world better than we found it
In this highly visible role, our Module Components Manufacturing Design Engineers (MDEs) are responsible for the development and implementation of high precision mechanical fabrication processes in a high volume environment for all Apple Products.DescriptionYou will utilize your mechanical manufacturing background in the following areas:
Process Development:
Planning, proposing, and leading experiments to produce timely and accurate analyses used to drive design, development, and supply chain decisions
Assessing the suitability of a fabrication technology for a given part design
Planning validation exercises to demonstrate initial feasibility as well as manufacturing capability
Analyzing results of validation exercises and provide technical recommendations
Reviewing progress of development activities at supplier locations and serve as point of escalation for critical process related issues
New Product Introduction:
Acts as lead engineer to drive process development and capability assessment activities, reviewing part design documentation to ensure alignment with process capability
Assigns specific tasks and work with Apple suppliers to support process development and/or data gathering activities
Set clear goals for results and provide timely reviews of performance throughout program
Establish validation procedures to determine acceptance of tooling into development builds as well as mass production
Supplier Execution:
Review supplier tool design, process flow, equipment selection, DFM, and DOE proposals
Identify shortfalls and corrective actions to ensure design compliance
Work with supplier engineering teams to map out process development exercises, secure resources, and commit to schedules in line with program goals Assess supplier readiness to support build events and production ramp
Identify potential execution issues and provide recommendations to mitigate risk
Minimum Qualifications5+ years experience supporting new product launches from a manufacturing engineering or product development perspective.Experience with fabricating parts or jigs, fixtures, tooling, injection molding, plastics, ceramics, machine shop (CNC, Mills, Lathes)Experience with automation, assembly processes, secondary operations such as polishing, laser etching, de-burring, blasting, laser welding, glue dispensingInternational travel to supplier sites, up to 25%.Preferred QualificationsExperience in process development/bring up and qualificationKnowledge of GD&T and engineering drawing interpretation, Designs of Experiments (DOE), statistical process control methods and theory (SPC, CPK)Good command of Excel and JMP statistical softwareProgram management background is considered a +.Experience in working with Asian suppliers is a +MSME/BSME, or equivalent
MBA a +Pay & BenefitsAt Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range
This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role
The base pay range for this role is between $151,200 and $227,600, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple’s discretionary employee stock programs
Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple’s Employee Stock Purchase Plan
You’ll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition
Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation
Learn more about Apple Benefits.Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity
We take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics
Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant.
