Manufacturing Design Engineer (MDE) - iPhone
Core
Drive automation and fixture design for key mechanical manufacturing processes in iPhone enclosure and module spaces to improve part yields and reduce costs.
Role type
Senior IC manufacturing design engineer (automation & fixtures)
Builds
Automated manufacturing process lines, precision fixtures, and modular component fixturing for mass production
Domain
Consumer electronics manufacturing (iPhone)
Required skills
Machine and fixture design, CAD with GD&T, automation system integration, robotics programming, machine vision, motion control, statistical process control, project management
Preferred skills
DOE practices, root cause analysis, scalable modular fixture design, six-axis industrial robot expertise, PLC/IPC programming, international supply chain management
Technologies
Fanuc, ABB, Mitsubishi, Beckhoff, Siemens, JMP, Matlab, GD&T, machine vision systems, PLCs, IPCs
Responsibilities
Design precision fixtures for advanced automation stations (laser welding, dispensing, insert molding); evaluate automation integrators and create technical requirements/RFPs; provide onsite technical support at FAT/SAT and production ramp; drive R&D activities for process capability improvements; coordinate with overseas counterparts to mitigate risk.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
