Product Design Engineer - Audio Fit
Core
Designing mechanical architectures, prototypes, and CAD models to ensure optimal comfort, fit, and stability for Apple's AirPods wearable audio products.
Role type
Senior IC Product Design Engineer (Audio Fit)
Builds
Mechanical designs and prototypes for consumer wearable audio devices
Domain
Consumer electronics + Human factors engineering
Deliverable
product features
Required skills
Mechanical engineering, 3D CAD modeling, rapid prototyping, statistical experimental design (DOE), human factors analysis, engineering materials knowledge, manufacturing process understanding
Preferred skills
Wearable product design, ear/head anatomy analysis, 3D scanning, user study execution, consumer electronics subsystem design, plastic/metal part design, DFM/DFA, FEA analysis, overseas manufacturer collaboration
Technologies
3D CAD software, rapid prototyping tools, statistical analysis tools
Responsibilities
Early concept ideation and prototyping for ergonomics, designing and analyzing user studies, detailed design and CAD modeling, statistical experiments, collaborating with cross-functional teams on product architectures
Seniority
Mid-Senior, hands-on IC
