Manufacturing Engineering Manager - Research & Development

About Apple and the Role

Apple fosters an environment where exceptional individuals collaborate to deliver groundbreaking products and experiences. Here, innovation thrives, pushing boundaries to create what was once unimaginable. Joining Apple means contributing to impactful, global endeavors within a dynamic and creative setting.

As part of one of the most prosperous enterprises worldwide, you will engage in a culture that values creativity, partnership, and fresh problem-solving approaches. This role involves active collaboration across multifunctional and geographically diverse teams, supporting multiple projects concurrently within Apple's Product Operations organisation.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development of comprehensive manufacturing processes and technologies that support research and development initiatives.
• Work closely with worldwide cross-functional teams to create integrated solutions from concept to delivery.
• Drive ongoing enhancements and optimization of manufacturing processes to improve key performance indicators and facilitate global solution deployment.
• Oversee the design, setup, and qualification of manual, semi-automated, and fully automated manufacturing systems in a prototyping environment.
• Provide design teams with manufacturing insights, feedback on process selection, and support during the design for manufacture stages.
• Manage and mentor an engineering team, encouraging professional growth through structured development plans and guidance.

Required Qualifications

• Proven background in developing or enhancing manufacturing processes in either production or R&D contexts.
• Experience offering technical leadership, coaching, and mentoring engineering staff via direct or indirect supervisory roles.
• A bachelor's or master's degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Process, Industrial, Biomedical, or Mechatronic Engineering, or a comparable qualification in a related field.

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Leadership experience managing technical teams within manufacturing or research and development environments.
• Proficiency with 3D Computer-Aided Design software for designing equipment, tooling, fixtures, or assembly aids.
• Knowledge of additive manufacturing techniques such as 3D printing.
• Familiarity with laser technologies including marking and cutting.
• Competence in producing technical documentation such as reports, instructions, change assessments, user requirements, and equipment qualification protocols.
• Understanding of risk analysis tools like PFMEA or equivalent methodologies.
• Ability to apply statistical methods for assessing manufacturing process capabilities.
• Acquaintance with industrial engineering concepts, line balancing, and lean manufacturing or Six Sigma principles.
• Experience collaborating with external vendors.
• Capability to manage and prioritize multiple concurrent projects effectively.

Additional Information

Apple embraces accessibility as a core human right, reflected across workplace culture, benefits, and technology solutions, fostering an inclusive environment that values diverse perspectives and encourages a sense of belonging.

Role Number: 200649531-1418