Product Design Engineer

Apple Inc.; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 184,700 - 324,800; Full time

Job summary

Apple Inc. in Sunnyvale, CA, is seeking a senior product design engineer to lead mechanical design of mechanisms and mechatronic systems from concept through validation.

You will partner with electrical and firmware teams, craft 3D CAD models and 2D drawings, and drive integration of sensors and electronics while refining prototypes. Ideal candidates bring 5+ years in hands‑on mechanism/mechatronic design, thorough materials/manufacturing knowledge, and strong communication skills to manage

Qualifications

• BS in mechanical engineering or similar field.
• 5+ years hands‑on mechanism and mechatronic product design experience.
• Experience selecting materials and manufacturing processes based on engineering requirements.
• Proficiency in 3D CAD and creating 2D drawings.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) including emails, presentations.

Responsibilities

• Partner with cross‑functional teams to realize mechatronic system designs.
• Mechanical design (3D and 2D drawings) and mechanism integration.
• Electrical component integration (sensors, electronics, wiring, and harnesses).
• Prototype, evaluate, develop, and harden designs.
• Collaborate closely with cross‑functional teams.

Skills

Mechatronic design

3D CAD

2D drawings

Project leadership

Detail oriented

Packaging experience

Mechanical analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

BS in mechanical engineering

MS/PhD preferred

Tools

Siemens NX

Job description

One of Apple’s R&D groups is currently seeking a senior product design engineer. This engineer will be responsible for mechanical design of mechanisms and mechatronic systems from concept generation through physical implementation and validation.

Responsibilities

• Partner with cross‑functional teams such as electrical, controls, and embedded firmware engineers to realize mechatronic system designs.
• Mechanical design (3D and 2D drawings).
• Mechanism design and integration.
• Electrical component integration (sensors, electronics, wiring, and harnesses).
• Prototype, evaluate, develop, and harden designs.
• Close collaboration with cross‑functional teams.

Minimum Qualifications

• BS in mechanical engineering or similar field
• 5+ years of hands‑on mechanism and mechatronic product design experience
• Experience selecting and integrating electronics, sensors, and mechanisms in challenging packaging environments
• Strong mechanical engineering analytical skills
• Experience selecting materials and manufacturing processes based on engineering requirements
• Experience working in technical project groups in a professional environment
• Proficiency in 3D CAD and creating 2D drawings
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) including emails, preparing slide presentations, and presenting technical concepts to multi‑disciplinary teams
• Detail orientated and capable of handling multiple assignments at once

Preferred Qualifications

• MS or PhD in mechanical engineering or similar field
• Fluent in Siemens NX including surfacing tools
• Experience working through entire product cycle including shipping product experience
• Experience leading teams through product development cycle from concept development to production bring‑up

Compensation and Benefits

Base pay range: $184,700 – $324,800. The package may include discretionary bonuses, commission, relocation, and benefits such as medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, ancillary stock programs, a discounted employee stock purchase plan, tuition reimbursement, and other perks.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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.