Product Design Engineer - Softgoods
Core
Design, validate, and launch new soft goods products (textiles, leather, silicone) for Apple accessories and other product lines.
Role type
Product Design Engineer (Softgoods)
Builds
iPhone/iPad accessories, Watch bands, Audio products, and soft goods components for other Apple teams
Domain
Consumer electronics manufacturing, soft materials engineering
Required skills
Mechanical engineering fundamentals, 3D/2D CAD design, engineering analysis (FEA, tolerance), vendor collaboration, prototype assembly, failure analysis, root cause investigation, DOE creation
Preferred skills
Soft goods material knowledge (synthetics, leather, adhesives), soft goods assembly process (bonding, cutting, stitching), MS degree in Engineering
Technologies
NX, CAD software, simulation tools
Responsibilities
Conceive and design new soft goods products, create CAD drawings and technical specifications, perform engineering analyses and tolerance checks, assemble early prototypes, collaborate with vendors and manufacturing partners, solve assembly line problems
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC
