Product Design Engineer - AirPods & Future Products

SummaryPosted: Role Number:200576568At Apple, we strive to invent the next generation of the world's finest consumer electronics. Sound is an essential and compelling facet of our devices and the customer experience. Apple has assembled an elite Audio Product Design team that helps enable our customers to experience music with delight, communicate with clarity, and enjoy elegant sound throughout our product line. We work with the utmost attention to detail, directly impacting the design of products that millions of people around the world love! We are looking for an accomplished Product Design Engineer to help take Airpods and other future products to the next level. Could this be you?DescriptionAs a member of our Audio Product Design team, you would conceive, design, test, solve problems, and bring into production products that re-define the music experience. We work closely with various multi-functional teams including Industrial Design, Audio Engineering, Packaging, Safety, Hardware Engineering, EMC, Operations and Marketing. Expertly integrating advanced components into brand new products means every single day is different here! This role may require international travel (20%+).Minimum Qualifications5+ years experience in product design, or equivalentBS Mechanical EngineeringDemonstrated ability in plastic and metal part design3-D CAD skillsStellar mechanical intuitionExperience in Design for Manufacturability (DFM), and Design for Assembly (DFA), statistical tolerance analysis techniques, functional dimensioning, and geometric tolerancingDeep analytical/problem solving skills and ability to use statistical tools and techniquesWorking knowledge of finite element analysis theory and general mechanical engineering analysisFlexibility and comfort working in a quickly changing environmentAbility to travel internationally (20%+)Preferred QualificationsExperience working with overseas manufacturersConsumer electronics design experienceIntegration of wireless antenna (GSM, GPS, Wifi) into mechanical enclosuresExperience with component modules (Audio drivers, batteries, power supplies, camera modules, etc.)Design of audio subsystems (microphone, speaker, receiver)Ability to communicate in MandarinMSMEPay & BenefitsAt 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 $175,800 and $312,200, 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.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 take affirmative action to ensure 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.