Engineering Project Manager, Apple Watch

Apple Inc.; Cupertino (CA); Presencial; USD 145.000 - 264.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Comprehensive medical and dental

Retirement benefits

Employee stock programs

Stock Purchase Plan

Relocation assistance

Tuition reimbursement

Descripción de la vacante

Apple Inc. in Cupertino, CA is seeking a Watch Hardware EPM to lead the system electrical design execution for Watch projects. You will manage design, manufacturing, and delivery of core electrical components, coordinating with CM partners and engineering teams to meet tight release timelines.

The role requires strong technical background in EE/ME, 2–4+ years PM experience, and readiness to travel. Base pay ranges from $144,600 to $263,800, with comprehensive benefits and relocation considered.

Formación

• 2–4+ years of industry experience.
• Strong technical background in EE or ME.
• Masters in Engineering or Program Management is a plus.
• Experience with CM partners is desirable.

Responsabilidades

• Plan and manage key design cycles ahead of critical component kick off dates to support downstream build demands on time.
• Facilitate cross functional reviews across system, module, and supporting engineering teams.
• Effectively resolve incoming design feedback across engineering and CM groups.
• Create/maintain complex and detailed project schedules and configuration plans across multiple CMs and designs.
• Lead issue deep dives to close critical issues ahead of ramp timelines.
• Actively monitor design build progress to highlight any emerging issues cross functionally.
• Oversee key variable down-selections and track qualification progress across multiple builds.
• Manage early local development builds which include complex allocation strategies, long lead component management, and directing hand-assembly of critical early modules prior to official program builds.

Conocimientos

EE fundamentals

Project management

PCB layout

Cross-functional communication

Educación

Master's in Engineering or Program Management

Herramientas

PCB layout tools

Descripción del empleo

Cupertino, California, United States Hardware

Watch Hardware EPM is responsible leading the system electrical design execution in developing Watch projects. This role manages the design, manufacturing, and delivery of core electrical components that are critical to the success of Watch and leverages a strong technical background to communicate cross-functional issues and risks.

Description

Responsible for the technical management and support of engineering development projects. The EPM leads a cross functional team of skilled EE, PD, RF, and DFM engineers. This role manages the design, manufacturing, and delivery of core electrical components that support the next generation of products. The successful candidate will be managing day to day activities and will effectively communicate the risks and priorities with the engineering team and Contract Manufacturer (CM) partners having the top level project goals in sight at all times. In critical moments, the Hardware EPM will lead issue deep dives to drive final solutions ahead of tight release timelines.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage key design cycles ahead of critical component kick off dates to support downstream build demands on time
• Facilitate cross functional reviews across system, module, and supporting engineering teams
• Effectively resolve incoming design feedback across engineering and CM groups
• Create/maintain complex and detailed project schedules and configuration plans across multiple CMs and designs
• Lead issue deep dives to close critical issues ahead of ramp timelines
• Actively monitor design build progress to highlight any emerging issues cross functionally
• Oversee key variable down-selections and track qualification progress across multiple builds
• Manage early local development builds which include complex allocation strategies, long lead component management, and directing hand-assembly of critical early modules prior to official program builds.

Minimum Qualifications

• 2-4+ years of industry experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong technical background in EE or ME. Masters in Engineering or Program Management is a plus
• 2-4+ years of project management experience with experience working with CM partners
• Experience with PCB layout and/or understanding of EE fundamentals
• Excellent communication, presentation, organizational, and leadership skills
• Ability to filter and distill relevant information for the right audience
• Disciplined in workflow, process, and staying organized on priority tasks
• Strong interpersonal skills to help resolve cross-functional conflicts
• Understands and can adjust to rapid development cycles and constant change; remains flexible and calm in the face of uncertainty
• Ability to travel internationally to support builds

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 $144,600 and $263,800, 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

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