Manufacturing Design Engineer (MDE), Brittles
Core
Develop end-to-end mechanical manufacturing processes, equipment, and automation for key design features across Apple's worldwide supply base.
Role type
Senior IC manufacturing design engineer (mechanical)
Builds
Manufacturing processes, equipment, and automation for consumer electronics
Domain
Consumer electronics manufacturing
Required skills
mechanical manufacturing process development, CNC machining (milling/turning), surface finishing, glass processing, assembly processes, painting processes, statistical process control (SPC), yield improvement, equipment qualification, supplier management
Preferred skills
hands-on mechanical ability, experience with highly cosmetic parts, consumer electronics manufacturing environment, self-starter
Technologies
CNC milling, CNC turning, touch probing, High Speed Machining, SPC, DOEs, welding, gluing/adhesives, PVD, chemical strengthening, thin film deposition
Responsibilities
Define best-in-class processes to meet design and operational requirements; Develop and document processes including parameters and consumables; Work with Global Supply Managers to establish supply chain requirements; Provide leadership at manufacturing sites during development and production ramp; Use data to drive process decisions and SPC analysis; Identify, research, and qualify premier equipment manufacturers and suppliers; Define part tolerance and specifications by demonstrating process capability.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC