Apple

Manufacturing Design Engineer - Thermal Modules

Apple$100K — $130K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 1-5+ years experience in Mechanical Engineering, specifically supporting new product launches
  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering; MSME or MBA preferred
  • Understanding of Mechanical Design and Thermodynamics
  • Experience with manufacturing processes involving Graphite and thermal components
  • Proficient in statistical analysis using tools like JMP
  • Strong project management skills in a global environment
  • Ability to travel internationally up to 30%

Responsibilities

  • Lead Operations Engineering efforts for Thermal module development.
  • Plan and execute experiments for data-driven design and supply chain decisions.
  • Collaborate with Suppliers and Engineering on manufacturing and testing processes.
  • Drive New Product Introduction activities for operational readiness.
  • Evaluate and direct supplier capabilities for production readiness and compliance.
  • Establish validation and quality programs to enhance product reliability.
  • Provide technical direction to ensure adherence to Apple standards.

Benefits

  • Collaborative and innovative work environment
  • Opportunity for international travel
  • Hands-on leadership role in product development
  • Engagement with high-quality products and advanced technology
  • Potential for career growth within a global organization
Full Job Description
In this highly visible and hands-on role, you will lead Operations Engineering efforts in the development of extraordinary Thermal modules, for some of the highest quality products in the world today. Your role will involve assembly and testing process development, manufacturing program management and on-site problem solving, for innovative and state-of-art Thermal modules.

You will apply your mechanical manufacturing background in the following areas: Process Development: • Plan, propose and lead experiments to produce timely and accurate analyses used to drive design, development, and supply chain decisions. • Collaborate with Suppliers and Engineering teams in developing the manufacturing and test processes, including process flows, equipment/fixture designs, implementation schedules and validation/maintenance plans. • Use DOEs, FMEA and other Industry-standard tools to actively identify and address risks and optimize process parameters. • Develop robust processes for failure analysis and drive continuous improvement. New Product Introduction: • Lead multi-functional activities in the supply chain for overall operational readiness in all NPI phases leading into Mass Production. • Drive process development and capability assessment activities, reviewing part design documentation to ensure alignment with process capability. • Lead project technical and operational issues with respect to material, process, fixtures, equipment etc. during the NPI phase, to enable delivery of a mature product and manufacturing process into Mass Production. • Assign specific tasks and work with Apple suppliers to support process development and/or data gathering activities. Set clear goals for results and provide timely reviews of performance throughout program. • Establish validation procedures to determine acceptance of tooling into development builds as well as mass production. Supplier Execution: • Review supplier equipment and fixture design, process flow, equipment selection, DFM, and DOE proposals. • Identify shortfalls and corrective actions to ensure design compliance. • Work with supplier engineering teams to map out process development exercises, secure resources and commit to schedules in line with program goals. • Assess supplier readiness to support build events and production ramp. Identify potential execution issues and provide recommendations to mitigate risk. • Evaluate prospective suppliers regarding production capability & quality management. • Lead suppliers by providing technical direction to establish and validate (applying statistical tools) process capability to Apple standards in meeting innovative product designs as well as test and quality requirements. • Establish Quality programs and Manufacturing Process Control Plans for early detection of issues, to ensure the highest level of Quality and Reliability is consistently delivered.

1-5+ years experience supporting new product launches in a Mechanical Engineering role. BS Mechanical Engineer, MSME , MBA a + Willing and able to travel internationally 30%.

Good understanding of Mechanical Design, Thermodynamics, Simulations, Modeling and CAD, GD&T, Failure Analysis, DOE, SPC and Statistical Analysis. Experience with manufacturing processes of Graphite, which includes die cut process, working with PSA, calculating and validating thermal conductivity Knowledge or experience in Fans, Heat pipes, vapor chambers, cold plates and Heat fins in portables and desktops is a plus Strong in the statistical analysis using tools like JMP Automation, Engineering management, Program management and experience in Contract Manufacturing (CM) is a plus. Strong project management skills, working in a global matrix organization. Self-starter, able to work independently with minimal supervision. Experience working with international OEMs/ CM.

About Apple

Apple is a corporation that designs, manufactures, and markets mobile communication and media devices, personal computers, portable digital music players, and sells a variety of related software, services, peripherals, networking solutions, and third-party digital content and applications. Apple provides many products and services, including iPhone; iPad; iPod; Mac; Apple TV; a portfolio of consumer and professional software applications; the iOS and OS X operating systems; iCloud; and accessories, service, and support offerings. It sells its products worldwide through its retail stores, online stores, direct sales force and third-party cellular network carriers, wholesalers, retailers, and value-added resellers to the consumer and also sells third-party iPhone, iPad, Mac and iPod compatible products, including application software and accessories through its online and retail stores. Introduced in 1984, the Macintosh was the first widely sold personal computer with a graphical user interface (GUI). That feature and others such as an improved floppy drive design and a low-cost hard drive that made data retrieval faster helped Apple cultivate a reputation for innovation. Apple was named as the most admired company in the United States in 2008 and in the world from 2008 to 2012 by the Fortune magazine. The company was founded by Steven Paul Jobs, Steve Wozniak, and Ronald Gerald Wayne on April 1, 1976, and is headquartered in Cupertino, California.

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