Product Design Engineer - Audio Fit
Apple
23 days ago
On-site
Cupertino, California, United States
At Apple, we strive to invent the next generation of world-class consumer electronics. Sound is a vital part of our devices and customer experience. Our Audio Product Design (PD) team creates innovations that enhance music enjoyment, optimize communication, and refine sound across Apple’s wearable audio product line.\\n\\nThe Audio Fit PD team develops mechanical architectures to ensure optimal comfort and fit across the population. We specialize in mechanical design, analysis, and prototyping, collaborating closely with teams such as Industrial Design, Human Factors, Biomechanics, Human Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Acoustics, and Materials. Our attention to detail directly influences products loved by millions.
As a member of the Audio Fit PD team, you will contribute throughout the product development cycle,"including":\\n-Early concept ideation, prototyping, and testing to enhance AirPods fit\\n-Designing, executing, and analyzing user studies to inform product specifications for comfort and stability \\n-Design development, CAD modeling, and FEA analysis\\n-Detailed design, drafting, and statistical DOEs\\n\\nYou will work with research, design, and engineering teams to create architectures that meet product goals while delivering exceptional user comfort. Occasional domestic and international travel (10%+) is required.
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Product Design, or Biomedical Engineering\\n3+ years of product design experience or equivalent\\nProven experience in cross-functional, technical team environments\\nProficiency in 3D CAD software\\nStrong analytical and problem-solving skills, including mechanical engineering theory and statistical tools\\nExpertise in plastic and metal part design\\nFamiliarity with DFM, DFA, statistical tolerance analysis, GD\u0026T, and FEA analysis\\nFamiliarity with formal experimental design (DOE)\\nUnderstanding of engineering materials and manufacturing processes\\nExcellent verbal and written communication skills\\nDetail-oriented, able to manage multiple projects simultaneously\\nAdaptable to fast-paced, dynamic environments\\nWillingness to travel domestically and internationally (10%+)
Experience in consumer electronics, including industrial design, sensors, acoustics, PCBs, silicon, antennas, batteries, and thermal systems\\nHas taken at least one product from concept to completion as a PD / mechanical engineer\\nKnowledge of anthropometry, biomechanics, and human factors in design\\nExperience with wearables or ergonomically-sensitive products\\nExperience with ear and head anatomy, and anthropometric data analysis\\nHands on use of rapid prototyping and 3d scanning for fit, comfort, and usability evaluations\\nDirect experience designing, conducting, and analyzing user studies or simulations\\nFamiliarity working with overseas manufacturers\\nKnowledge of audio component modules and designing audio subsystems\\nMaster’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (MSME)
As a member of the Audio Fit PD team, you will contribute throughout the product development cycle,"including":\\n-Early concept ideation, prototyping, and testing to enhance AirPods fit\\n-Designing, executing, and analyzing user studies to inform product specifications for comfort and stability \\n-Design development, CAD modeling, and FEA analysis\\n-Detailed design, drafting, and statistical DOEs\\n\\nYou will work with research, design, and engineering teams to create architectures that meet product goals while delivering exceptional user comfort. Occasional domestic and international travel (10%+) is required.
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Product Design, or Biomedical Engineering\\n3+ years of product design experience or equivalent\\nProven experience in cross-functional, technical team environments\\nProficiency in 3D CAD software\\nStrong analytical and problem-solving skills, including mechanical engineering theory and statistical tools\\nExpertise in plastic and metal part design\\nFamiliarity with DFM, DFA, statistical tolerance analysis, GD\u0026T, and FEA analysis\\nFamiliarity with formal experimental design (DOE)\\nUnderstanding of engineering materials and manufacturing processes\\nExcellent verbal and written communication skills\\nDetail-oriented, able to manage multiple projects simultaneously\\nAdaptable to fast-paced, dynamic environments\\nWillingness to travel domestically and internationally (10%+)
Experience in consumer electronics, including industrial design, sensors, acoustics, PCBs, silicon, antennas, batteries, and thermal systems\\nHas taken at least one product from concept to completion as a PD / mechanical engineer\\nKnowledge of anthropometry, biomechanics, and human factors in design\\nExperience with wearables or ergonomically-sensitive products\\nExperience with ear and head anatomy, and anthropometric data analysis\\nHands on use of rapid prototyping and 3d scanning for fit, comfort, and usability evaluations\\nDirect experience designing, conducting, and analyzing user studies or simulations\\nFamiliarity working with overseas manufacturers\\nKnowledge of audio component modules and designing audio subsystems\\nMaster’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (MSME)