Precision Manufacturing Engineer — Optics & Automation

Apple Inc.; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 133,500 - 246,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee stock purchase plan

Discretionary bonuses

Relocation assistance

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Apple Inc. seeks an engineering professional to innovate precision assembly and measurement processes, driving continuous improvement in yield, efficiency, and speed.

You will influence design-for-manufacturing, process development, and tolerance analysis for advanced opto-electronics modules. Responsibilities include developing new manufacturing processes, leading machine qualification, and collaborating with suppliers, CM’s, and internal teams to ensure scalable, quality production.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in precision assembly, inspection and automation equipment design.
• Willingness to travel ~30–35%.
• BSME or equivalent degree required.
• Experience in tolerance analysis and GD&T helpful.
• Knowledge of design for manufacturability and DFx concepts.
• Familiarity with CP/CPK, GR&R and statistical tooling is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop new or improved manufacturing processes for precision assembly and automation equipment.
• Lead qualification and capability studies including CP/CPK and GR&R.
• Create RFQ/RFPs documenting design requirements, delivery schedule and qualification criteria.
• Engage machine suppliers and contract manufacturers as technical leader on projects.
• Collaborate with design-for-manufacturing and product engineering teams end-to-end.
• Travel to suppliers for bring-up, testing, and support during builds.

Skills

Precision assembly

Automation equipment design

GD&T principles

Statistical analysis

Education

BSME or equivalent

Tools

NX

SolidWorks

Pro/E

JMP

Minitab

Job description

Apple Inc. seeks an engineering professional to innovate precision assembly and measurement processes, driving continuous improvement in yield, efficiency, and speed.

You will influence design-for-manufacturing, process development, and tolerance analysis for advanced opto-electronics modules. Responsibilities include developing new manufacturing processes, leading machine qualification, and collaborating with suppliers, CM’s, and internal teams to ensure scalable, quality production.