HW Engineering Program Manager

About the position

The Home HW Engineering Program Manager (EPM) at Apple is responsible for driving the development and execution of hardware product builds, collaborating with a diverse team of Electrical and Mechanical engineers. This role requires strong organizational and technical skills to manage complex projects, ensuring timely delivery of hardware sub-systems while navigating cross-functional challenges and maintaining effective communication with various stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Planning and execution of product prototype builds, including materials planning and factory readiness.
• Ownership of system level flexes and boards, managing the internal design review process and release to vendors.
• Review design changes with cross-functional teams, manage vendors and materials, and drive overall schedule for on-time delivery to final assembly.
• Establish daily build schedule and distribution plan for identified builds to support overall project plan for in-region and local builds.
• Partner closely with cross-functional teams to understand key design changes requiring validation to accurately integrate engineering validation needs into the system build matrix.
• Provide clear executive level reporting on build progress.

Requirements

• BS degree in Engineering.
• 3+ years experience in hardware engineering or operations program management.
• Proven ability to effectively manage factory build events and vendors.
• Leadership skills and ability to inspire and lead cross-functional teams.
• Excellent communication, organizational and leadership skills.
• Superior attention to detail.
• Ability to manage complex build matrices and detailed build planning.
• Self-motivated and proactive with demonstrated creative and critical thinking capabilities.
• Understands and deals well with rapid development cycles and constant change.
• Remains flexible and calm in the face of uncertainty.
• Ability to support international travel for build events.

Nice-to-haves

• BS degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering.
• 5+ years experience in hardware engineering or operations program management.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical and dental coverage.
• Retirement benefits.
• Discounted products and free services.
• Reimbursement for certain educational expenses, including tuition.
• Eligibility for discretionary bonuses or commission payments.
• Relocation assistance.