Manufacturing Design Engineer (MDE) - Battery

Lensa; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 122,000 - 185,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company is seeking a Manufacturing Design Engineer (MDE) for Battery process development in Sunnyvale, CA. In this role, you'll review designs, drive process improvements, and collaborate with suppliers to ensure high-quality manufacturing processes. Ideal candidates will possess 5+ years of experience in operations engineering, qualified in battery chemistry.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical and dental coverage

Retirement benefits

Employee stock programs

Educational reimbursement

Discretionary bonuses

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years experience in Operations Engineering or Manufacturing Process Development.
• Direct experience in manufacturing process design and review.
• MS in Chemistry Science (Battery) required; PhD preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review module designs and provide manufacturing feedback.
• Plan and lead Design of Experiments for process development.
• Collaborate with suppliers on process flow mapping and validations.

Skills

Operations Engineering

Manufacturing Process Development

Process Control Plans

Design of Experiments

Education

MS Chemistry Science (Battery)

PhD (preferred)

Tools

Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerance (GD&T)

Statistical Process Control (SPC)

Job description

Manufacturing Design Engineer (MDE) - Battery

Manufacturing Design Engineer (MDE) - Battery

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Manufacturing Design Engineer (MDE) - Battery

Sunnyvale, California, United States

Operations and Supply Chain

Summary

Posted: May 11, 2025

Role Number: 200604055

Imagine what you could do here. At Apple, new ideas have a way of becoming extraordinary products, services, and customer experiences very quickly. Bring passion and dedication to your job and there's no telling what you could accomplish.

The people here at Apple don’t just build products — they create the kind of wonder that’s revolutionized entire industries. It’s the diversity of those people and their ideas that encourages the innovation that runs through everything we do, from amazing technology to industry-leading environmental efforts. Join Apple, and help us leave the world better than we found it.

Apple is looking for a motivated, process oriented Manufacturing Design Engineer (MDE) to lead Battery process development at suppliers. You will be responsible for reviewing module designs and specifications and providing feedback to Apple Product Design, Cell Engineering, Safety, and Reliability and working with suppliers to establish capable processes to ensure product can consistently meet specifications at high volumes.

Description

Review module designs and specifications and provide Design for Manufacturing feedback and risks to Apple Product Design based on process capability within the supply chain.

Plan, propose, and lead Design of Experiments (DOE) activities to produce timely and accurate analyses used to drive design, process development, and supply chain decisions.

Assess the suitability of a fabrication strategy or technology for a given part design.

Plan validation exercises to demonstrate initial feasibility as well as manufacturing capability. Analyze results to provide technical recommendations.

Collaborate with suppliers to deliver process flow mapping, FMEA, equipment/fixture designs, implementation schedules and validation activities prior to Engineering builds.

Collaborate with suppliers to establish manufacturing Process Control Plans for early detection of issues and to ensure consistent quality is achieved.

Drive project technical and operational issues related to process, fixtures, equipment, etc. during NPI phase to enable delivery of a mature manufacturing process into Mass Production.

Assess supplier readiness to support build events and production ramp. Identify potential execution issues and provide recommendations for risk mitigation to management.

Drive production process improvements, including robotics and automation, to reduce labor and maximize quality.

Minimum Qualifications

• Min 5 years experience in Operations Engineering or Manufacturing Process Development
• Direct experience in manufacturing process design, review, and buy off
• MS Chemistry Science (Battery); PhD preferred
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with tooling design (jigs, fixtures, tool and die) in a high volume manufacturing environment
• Understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerance (GD&T), Design of Experiments, and Statistical Process Control (SPC) is a plus
• Battery chemistry and process development experience a plus
  
  

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 $122,300 and $184,600, 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. (https://www.apple.com/careers/us/benefits.html)

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 seek to promote 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.Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf) .

Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We seek to promote 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.Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf) .

Apple will not discriminate or retaliate against applicants who inquire about, disclose, or discuss their compensation.

Apple participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations as required by law.Learn more about the E-Verify program (https://www.apple.com/jobs/pdf/EverifyPosterEnglish.pdf) .

Apple is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with physical and mental disabilities. Reasonable Accommodation and Drug Free Workplace policy Learn more .

Apple is a drug-free workplace. Reasonable Accommodation and Drug Free Workplace policy Learn more .

Apple will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable law. If you’re applying for a position in San Francisco, review the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance guidelines applicable in your area.

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  IT Services and IT Consulting

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