Ecodesign Program Manager — Sustainability Compliance

Apple Inc.; Cupertino, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 176,000 - 312,000; Full time

Job summary

Apple is seeking a senior Engineering Program Manager to lead complex ecodesign regulatory initiatives across its hardware portfolio in Cupertino. You will translate energy efficiency, repairability, recyclability, and material efficiency requirements into actionable compliance plans and drive cross-functional alignment with IEI, Legal, Product Design, and Government Affairs.

This role demands exceptional program management, risk assessment, and the ability to navigate ambiguity while

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related technical discipline.
• 8–10 years of experience in product environmental compliance or ecodesign.
• Excellent program management skills.
• Expertise with EU ErP/ESPR, EU Batteries Regulation, ENERGY STAR, and related regulations.
• Proven track record leading multi-stakeholder programs.
• Understanding of lifecycle design for energy and materials.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; ability to brief executives.
• Ability to travel internationally (10–20%).

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end ecodesign regulatory compliance programs across Apple hardware.
• Develop and maintain program plans, schedules, risk registers, and roadmaps.
• Lead cross-functional groups spanning hardware, design, ops, supply chain, legal, marketing, and government affairs.
• Collaborate with IEI, Legal, Marketing, Product Design, and Government Affairs.
• Perform risk assessments and propose mitigation with decision frameworks.
• Track global ecodesign regulatory developments across jurisdictions.
• Monitor regulatory trends to inform long-range product planning.
• Drive objectives and navigate ambiguity with decisive leadership.

Skills

Program management

Regulatory knowledge

Stakeholder management

Communication

Leadership

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Job description

Apple is seeking a senior Engineering Program Manager to lead complex ecodesign regulatory initiatives across its hardware portfolio in Cupertino. You will translate energy efficiency, repairability, recyclability, and material efficiency requirements into actionable compliance plans and drive cross-functional alignment with IEI, Legal, Product Design, and Government Affairs.

This role demands exceptional program management, risk assessment, and the ability to navigate ambiguity while