appleAustin, TX
Manufacturing Design Engineer - iPhone
Overview:
In this role you drive the development of automation and fixture concepts for high-volume iPhone manufacturing. You’ll collaborate with Industrial Design, Product Design, and suppliers to optimize assembly processes, reduce costs, and boost yields. You’ll prototype modular fixtures and lead design reviews, bridging mechanical design with automation for scalable production. This hands-on position offers impact across global supply chains and a chance to shape manufacturing technologies at Apple. Compensation / Benefits medical and dental coverage retirement benefits employee stock programs Employee Stock Purchase Plan tuition reimbursement relocation assistance
Responsibilities:
Drive automation and fixture design for key manufacturing processes in enclosure and module spaces Innovate on assembly fixture designs through CAD concepts to reduce costs and improve yields Identify automation needs with engineering teams and provide design for automation feedback Lead detailed design reviews with integrators and manage proofs of concept Develop modular fixtures to maximize capital equipment reuse Define qualification requirements for FAT/SAT and ensure data logging/traceability
Key requirements:
5+ years' experience in automation, robotics and fixture design for mass production Machine and fixture design expertise Experience with automation lines including machine vision, motion control, sensors Extensive CAD experience with GD&T and drawing creation BS/MS in engineering (mechanical, manufacturing, automation, mechatronics, robotics) Willingness to travel 25% domestically and internationally strong collaboration across cross-functional teams excellent communication of complex technical concepts creative problem-solving under tight schedules CAD for mechanical components and fixtures machine vision (cameras, lighting, programming) motion control (actuators, motors, pneumatics)
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Level
Manager
Location
Austin, TX
Occupation
Manufacturing Engineers
Industry
All Other Industrial Machinery Manufacturing
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