Softgoods Product Design Engineer
Core
Design, engineer, and develop softgoods products (textiles, silicone, polymers) for Apple, focusing on manufacturability and assembly.
Role type
Product Design Engineer (Mechanical)
Builds
Softgoods components and products for Apple devices
Domain
Consumer electronics / Materials engineering
Deliverable
product features
Required skills
Mechanical engineering fundamentals, 3D CAD modeling, 2D technical drawing, statistical analysis, DFM, DFA, GD&T, functional testing
Preferred skills
Technical leadership in consumer product development, Siemens NX proficiency, DFMEA, DOE, FEA, mechanical prototyping, experience with China-based factories
Technologies
NX, CAD software
Responsibilities
Develop designs rooted in mechanical engineering fundamentals and manufacturability; Create and iterate on detailed 3D CAD models and 2D technical drawings; Partner with Industrial Design, Materials Engineering, and Operations teams; Collaborate with vendors to develop design and manufacturing processes; Perform dimensional and functional testing of prototype units; Support technology investigations and development
Seniority
Mid-level IC
