Apple
Manufacturing Design Engineer (MDE) - iPhone
Austin, Texas · Full-time · Posted Aug 24, 2026
- Experience
- 5+ years.
- Education
- BS/MS in engineering (mechanical, manufacturing, automation, mechatronics, robotics, or equivalent).
About the job
Drives the development and deployment of automated manufacturing processes and precision fixtures for iPhone components across Apple’s global supply base.
What you'll do
- Design and improve automation, machine vision, motion-control, and modular fixturing solutions for manufacturing processes.
- Coordinate integrators, suppliers, and cross-functional teams through design reviews, proof of concept, qualification, and production support.
- Assess manufacturing risks, costs, capabilities, and ROI, and support testing and production ramp, including onsite and overseas work.
What they ask for
- 5+ years of experience in automation, robotics applications, and fixture design for mass production.
- Expertise in machine and fixture design.
- Experience designing, deploying, qualifying, supporting, and project-managing automated manufacturing lines, with expertise in most of machine vision, motion control, and sensors.
- Extensive CAD experience for mechanical components, assemblies, precision fixtures, and engineering drawings using GD&T; BS/MS in a relevant engineering discipline or equivalent.
Nice to have
- Experience with vision-guided assembly, precision dispensing, laser welding, or reusable modular fixtures in mass production.
- Experience with industrial robots and PLCs/IPCs; Mandarin Chinese is a plus.
Tools
CAD, GD&T, JMP, Matlab, Fanuc, ABB, Mitsubishi, Beckhoff
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