Manufacturing Design Engineer (MDE) - Additive ...

Role Number: 200625940-3401 Summary 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 donu2019t just create products u2014 they create the kind of wonder thatu2019s revolutionized entire industries. Itu2019s the diversity of those people and their ideas that inspires 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.The Apple Manufacturing Design Engineer (MDE) is accountable for leading the development and implementation of high precision mechanical manufacturing processes across Appleu2019s worldwide supply base. In this highly visible hands-on role, you will have direct frequent communication and collaboration with Apple Industrial Design, Product Design, and Manufacturing Design partners, as well as our worldwide suppliers. The MDE role is empowered and expected to bring creativity to Appleu2019s manufacturing approach, enabling us to deliver our best work to as many customers as possible. Description As an MDE, you'll lead the creation, evaluation, and implementation of end-to-end manufacturing solutions for key design features on Appleu2019s products. You will ensure our manufacturing solutions meet our product quality, cost, yield, capacity, schedule, and environmental goals.u2022 Evaluate product and design goals to understand the dimensional, cosmetic, and functional priorities for the productu2022 Collaborate with Global Supply Managers and Appleu2019s suppliers to align on a manufacturing development strategy with clear goals, expectations, and schedulesu2022 Identify and validate suitable fabrication equipment and processes to meet all Apple design and operational requirementsu2022 Develop and document processes including all parameters, consumables and secondary operation requirements to meet defined specificationsu2022 Conduct process optimization DOEu2019s, using data and hands-on approaches together to find solutions to sophisticated challengesu2022 Communicate ongoing process development status to functional teams and lead discussions to align design requirements with manufacturing capabilityu2022 Provide leadership at global manufacturing sites during development and production ramp, traveling internationally, identifying root causes of open issues and driving corrective actions to timely resolutionIn this role youu2019ll:u2022 Collaborate with internal partners and equipment suppliers to develop and refine metal additive manufacturing processes and equipmentu2022 Optimize additive manufacturing processes for Apple cosmetic, dimensional quality, reliability, and throughput requirements. Develop methods to model and characterize key performance indicators in additive manufacturing.u2022 Support Product Design in development of metal alloys for additive manufacturing utilizing knowledge of 3D printing systems, powdered metallurgy, binding systems, and debind-sinter-HIP processesu2022 Provide expert level support to project teams utilizing metal additive manufacturing to bring designs from concept to mass productionu2022 Develop best in class qualification plans and procedures to qualify additive manufacturing equipment and materials utilizing DQ/IQ/OQ/PQ Minimum Qualifications + 3+ years of experience in mechanical product development, manufacturing engineering, tooling engineering, high precision fabrication, or similar roles + Ability to travel 25%+ is required Preferred Qualifications + Utilizes a hands-on approach to engineering and problem-solving + Demonstrates commitment and tenacity; a self-starter who learns quickly and adapts to find new solutions in the face of adversity + Communicates technical information clearly and persuasively in both written and verbal forms, adapting content to suit the intended audience + Employs project management tools to effectively plan and track work to completion; diligent and reliable in executing tasks independently + Experience on the shop floor, in a hobby or professional context, is helpful + Experience working with highly cosmetic parts or products is preferred + BS or higher in mechanical, manufacturing, industrial engineering, or related fields preferred 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 $157,200 and $236,700, 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 Appleu2019s 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 Appleu2019s Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Youu2019ll 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 u2014 including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation. Learn more about Apple Benefits. ( 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 (.

Created: 2025-11-15