Mechanical Design Engineer

$143,100 - $264,200/Yr

Apple - Cupertino, CA

Full-time - Mid Level

Cupertino, CA

Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing

About the position

The Product Design/Mechanical Engineer at Apple will lead the design, development, and validation of silicon validation test fixtures. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to create innovative designs, manage multiple priorities, and ensure effective communication throughout the development cycle. The engineer will be responsible for the end-to-end mechanical development of test fixtures, including defining requirements, generating CAD models, conducting design reviews, and driving fabrication processes.

Responsibilities

• Define mechanical requirements and interfaces for fixtures
• Brainstorm design concepts and execute them through all phases of the development cycle
• Generate innovative designs with cross-functional teams
• Define mechanical component outlines and assembly schemes
• Communicate cross-functionally on design directions and requirements
• Generate fixture design PD specifications
• Create 3D CAD models of PCBs including Keepout, Keepin, and height restrictions
• Perform dimensional and tolerance analysis
• Manage and track multiple priorities within schedule requirements
• Prototype bring-up, debug, and characterization
• Participate in the development of new testing processes
• Conduct design reviews and drive fabrication
• Validate designs and characterize from prototype bring-up to product testing
• Drive failure analyses and design of experiments (DOEs) to reach design solutions and corrective actions

Requirements

• Minimum requirement of BS in Mechanical Engineering or related field
• 3 years of relevant proven experience
• Hands-on product design experience in consumer electronic products or modules
• Direct fixture design experience is highly preferred
• 3D CAD experience required, NX preferred
• Experience with ECAD-MCAD data exchange using IDF, IDX required
• Disciplined in GD&T practices with close attention to datum establishment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to interact with management, team members, and external vendors

Nice-to-haves

• Applied knowledge in flex circuits, printed circuit boards, material science, and basic chemistry
• Scientific method and experimental process experience
• Root cause analysis experience

Benefits

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