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In this highly visible role, you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on Apple Products, and leave a footprint for years to come. We have an opportunity for an accomplished mechanical engineer to lead development and ramp for a next generation Apple product.

Description:

Manufacturing Process Engineer responsibilities include:

• Review and provide feedback on design/design intent of components and assemblies.

• Set standard manufacturing practices and independently determine impact to design and parameters to the final product.

• Partner with internal and external cross functional teams to evaluate design and processes at concept phase and set expectations for manufacturing processes.

• Develop new and/or improved processes for parts and assemblies through the application of theoretical and practical engineering.

• Drive corrective actions cross-functionally with internal and external team members.

• Drive design experiments to prove out manufacturing processes or design iterations.

• Design for Manufacturability

• Provide early and on going manufacturing involvement to ensure new products are mechanically manufacturable.

• Process Engineering

• Design and develop technically complex processes to improve quality and efficiency

• Present technical issues and updates to Apple management team and cross functional team on a frequent basis

• Provide creative solutions for engineering challenges or issues related to assembly process

• International travel to supplier sites, up to 30%

Preferred Qualifications:

Program/project management experience

Manufacturing or supplier management experience

Working knowledge of GD&T and Engineering Drawing Interpretation

Design of Experiments, statistical process control methods and theory

Good command of Excel and JMP:

Knowledge of Metrology design and Optical/Contact Measurement Equipment is preferred

Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English. Mandarin or Korean language skills are a plus but not required

Strong Team Player:

Minimum Qualifications:

7+ years experience in process development/bring up and qualification

BS (MS preferred) in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent

Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We seek to promote 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 .

Pay & Benefits:

At 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 $157,200 and $236,700, 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.