Manufacturing Design Engineer: CNC & Process Innovation

Apple Inc.; Cupertino (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Apple Inc. is seeking a Manufacturing Design Engineer (MDE) to drive development of key mechanical manufacturing processes across Apple’s supply base.

In this role, you will partner with Industrial Design, Product Design, and suppliers to define, qualify, and optimize manufacturing capabilities for core product features. You will lead process development, tooling selection, and automation strategies, applying data-driven decisions (DOE, SPC) to meet strict quality and yield targets.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of full-time mechanical manufacturing experience.
• BS, MS or PhD in mechanical, manufacturing or industrial engineering.
• Willing to travel ~25% domestically and internationally.

Responsibilities

• Define best-in-class processes to meet Apple design and operational requirements.
• Develop and document processes with parameters, consumables and secondary operation requirements.
• Collaborate with Global Supply Managers to define supply chain requirements and equipment needs.
• Provide leadership at manufacturing sites during development and ramp to production.

Skills

Mechanical manufacturing

Travel readiness

Education

BS/MS/PhD in mechanical/manufacturing/industrial engineering

Job description

Apple Inc. is seeking a Manufacturing Design Engineer (MDE) to drive development of key mechanical manufacturing processes across Apple’s supply base.

In this role, you will partner with Industrial Design, Product Design, and suppliers to define, qualify, and optimize manufacturing capabilities for core product features. You will lead process development, tooling selection, and automation strategies, applying data-driven decisions (DOE, SPC) to meet strict quality and yield targets.