Technical Program Manager - Mac

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

Job summary

Apple Inc. seeks a hands-on Manufacturing Engineer to lead manufacturing operations across multiple vendors and sites. You will drive new product introduction, scale high‑volume production, and ensure manufacturability while optimizing processes for quality and efficiency.

The role requires BD in engineering, 3+ years in manufacturing, and strong project management in a matrix environment. International collaboration and travel are expected to support global production programs.

Qualifications

• BS in related Engineering field.
• 3+ years experience in engineering and manufacturing.
• Experience introducing products into manufacturing or high volume production is a huge plus.
• Excellent project management skills, experience working in a matrix organization.
• Direct experience leading functional engineering teams is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead manufacturing operations at multiple vendors and sites.
• Drive contract manufacturer preparation for pre-production builds.
• Develop, document, optimize and validate production processes.
• Implement new technologies to improve quality, capacity and efficiency.
• Provide direction and mentorship to engineering groups and project leaders.

Skills

Manufacturing engineering

DFx/DFm

Project management

Global collaboration

Quality improvement

Education

BS in related Engineering

MS in related Engineering

Tools

GD&T

Pneumatics

Servomotors

PLC

PC-based control systems

Job description

Cupertino, California, United States Operations and Supply Chain

Description

It takes deeply dedicated, intelligent and hard‑working individuals to maintain and exceed the high expectations for the exciting brand at Apple. You will lead a team of engineers (DFx, DFm, test, SQE, PQE, etc.) and others in support of new product development as well as sustaining operations and ensuring the contract manufacturer readiness for very high volume production.

You will bring your knack and thirst to drive all technical operational issues related to SMT and system integration processes to ensure effective closure of all issues to enable operational success of the entire new product introduction cycle and into the mass production phase.

• Technical lead for manufacturing operations at multiple vendors and sites.
• Driving contract manufacturer preparation for pre‑production builds.
• Production process development, documentation, optimization and validation.
• Development and implementation of new technologies to improve production quality, capacity and efficiency.
• Sets standard practices and independently settles impact to design approaches and parameters to the final product.
• Provides direction, mentorship and resources to other engineering groups and project leaders as well as factory technicians.
• Act as lead engineer on a variety of projects and participates in the project planning of major sub‑projects.
• Provide regular VP level communication of technical health of program.
• International travel 20‑25%.

Performs assignments in several of the following manufacturing engineering functions:

• Design for Manufacturability: Provide early and ongoing manufacturing involvement to ensure manufacturability of new products.
• Product Engineering: Works all phases of a product from concept to repeat manufacturing to end of life, providing production support engineering with respect to technically complex testing methods, procedures and failure analysis.
• Process Engineering: Designs and develops technically complex processes to improve quality and efficiency.
• Failure/Data Analysis: Plans, develops and implements technically complex procedures for the testing and evaluation of soon to be released products, specifying test to be performed, compiling data and making recommendations for product design changes and final assembly standards. This will include the use of Design of Experiments (DOE) and statistical analysis using Six Sigma principles.

Minimum Qualifications

• BS in related Engineering field
• 3+ years experience in engineering and manufacturing.

Preferred Qualifications

• MS in related Engineering field
• Experience in introducing products into manufacturing, or high volume production is a huge plus.
• Excellent project management skills, experience working in a matrix organization. (Planning, Cost, & Delivery).
• Direct experience leading any of the following functional engineering teams a plus (ME, EE, TE, DFX, Etc.).
• Experience working with International OEM partners.
• Ability to communicate effectively in a worldwide environment.
• New Product Introduction and Manufacturing Operations experience desired.
• Validated working experience with DFm & DFx.
• Proven track record of cost reduction, project management and engineering design required.
• Required to understand and tolerance stack ups for assemblies and part level.
• Solid understanding of GD&T principles a plus.
• Proven understanding of pneumatics, servomotors, PLC and PC‑based control systems a plus.

  Compensation and Benefits

  At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. The base pay range for this role is between $133,500 and $246,200, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

  Apple employees also have the opportunity to become Apple shareholders 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.

  Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.

  Equal 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.

  Accessibility

  At Apple, we believe accessibility is a fundamental human right. You’ll find that idea reflected in everything here — in our culture, our benefits and our digital tools. By welcoming as many perspectives as possible, we help you build a career where you feel like you belong.