Product Design Engineer - Retail And Events Product Design

Summary
Posted: Jan 22, 2024
Role Number:200527013
Apple is seeking a Product Design Engineer to join the Retail and Events Product Design (REPD) team. We are a diverse group of engineers who design integrated hardware solutions for retail spaces and special Apple events like new product announcements, developer conferences, and store openings. These solutions are engineered to elevate and showcase Apple products in magical and transformative ways. We are looking for someone who naturally approaches problem solving with creativity and curiosity! Within our team, your responsibilities will span technology development and concept generation to detailed design, analysis, and testing through mass production of complex assemblies. We value engineers with a desire to acquire new skills and further their professional development. You will have the opportunity to learn and apply knowledge in many engineering fields, including material selection, machine design, manufacturing processes, stress and failure analyses, PCB integration, and cosmetic finishing. We work best with excellent communicators who are able to fluently collaborate with multi-functional teams within Apple, like the Industrial Design Group, as well as external suppliers. Delivering the best customer experience is our shared goal!
Key Qualifications

• Experience working in a collaborative environment and self-motivation to identify and drive resolution on design issues across multiple projects
• The ability to articulate design issues in quantitative terms both verbally and with documentation
• A passion for functional design and an appreciation for detail
• Some international travel required
• Computer industry experience not required. Serious consideration will be given to qualified candidates from other analytical fields with robust engineering fundamentals

Description
- Developing initial product architectures and new technology concept investigations - Designing 3D models of mechanisms and drafting 2D documentation of all parts and assemblies - Building physical models to evaluate functionality, manufacturability, and robustness - Collaborating with operations teams and external vendors to develop manufacturing and assembly processes - Analyzing data generated from lab experiments and vendor builds to inform engineering decisions - Traveling both domestically and internationally to piece part and assembly vendors to realize the physical design and finding root cause for failures
Education & Experience

• B.S. degree in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering disciplines

Additional Requirements
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 $138,900.00 and $256,500.00, 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.