Apple · 6 hours ago
Manufacturing Design Engineer (MDE) - Additive Manufacturing
San Francisco, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$157K/yr - $237K/yr
3+ years expApple is a technology company known for its innovative products and services. The Manufacturing Design Engineer (MDE) will lead the development and implementation of high precision mechanical manufacturing processes, collaborating with various teams to ensure quality and efficiency in manufacturing solutions.
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Responsibilities
Evaluate product and design goals to understand the dimensional, cosmetic, and functional priorities for the product
Collaborate with Global Supply Managers and Apple’s suppliers to align on a manufacturing development strategy with clear goals, expectations, and schedules
Identify and validate suitable fabrication equipment and processes to meet all Apple design and operational requirements
Develop and document processes including all parameters, consumables and secondary operation requirements to meet defined specifications
Conduct process optimization DOE’s, using data and hands-on approaches together to find solutions to sophisticated challenges
Communicate ongoing process development status to functional teams and lead discussions to align design requirements with manufacturing capability
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 resolution
Collaborate with internal partners and equipment suppliers to develop and refine metal additive manufacturing processes and equipment
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
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 processes
Provide expert level support to project teams utilizing metal additive manufacturing to bring designs from concept to mass production
Develop best in class qualification plans and procedures to qualify additive manufacturing equipment and materials utilizing DQ/IQ/OQ/PQ
Qualification
Required
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
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
Benefits
Comprehensive medical and dental coverage
Retirement benefits
A range of discounted products and free services
Reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition
Discretionary bonuses or commission payments
Relocation
Company
Apple
Apple is a technology company that designs, manufactures, and markets consumer electronics, personal computers, and software.
10001+ employees
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CEO
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