Manufacturing Design Engineer (MDE) - Speaker Module

Apple

Apple

Design

Sunnyvale, CA, USA

USD 128,400-193,800 / year + Equity

Posted on Apr 30, 2026
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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 don’t just create products — they create the kind of wonder that’s revolutionized entire industries. It’s 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. In this highly visible and hands-on role, you will lead Manufacturing Design efforts in the development of extraordinary speaker modules, for some of the highest quality products in the world today. Your role will involve assembly, manufacturing program management, and problem solving, for innovative and state-of-art speaker modules.
Process Development 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. Utilize DOE’s, FMEA and other Industry-standard tools to energetically identify and address risks and optimize process parameters. Develop robust processes for failure analysis on customer returns and factory fallout to drive continuous improvement. Program Management Act as Ops technical lead in communicating project readiness and identifying risks. Lead multi-functional activities in the supply chain for overall operational readiness in all NPI phases leading into mass production. Drive 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. Supplier Management Evaluate prospective suppliers regarding production capability & quality management. Lead suppliers by providing technical direction to establish and validate (utilizing 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, and to ensure the highest level of quality and reliability is consistently delivered.
  • 7+ years of experience in development or manufacturing of consumer electronic products/components
  • BS/MS in Engineering – Acoustic Mechanical, Electronic or Electro-Mechanical Engineering focus, a plus
  • Travel internationally 25%
  • Experience with manufacturing and test of speaker products is a plus
  • Strong technical background with problem solving skills
  • Strong project management skills, working in a global matrix-organization
  • Project management experience (Planning, Cost, Quality & Delivery)
  • Self-starter, and be able to work independently with minimal supervision
  • Innovation, integrity and attention to details
  • Experience working with international OEM partners
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 $128,400 and $193,800, 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.

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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.

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