Engineering Project Manager, Apple Watch, Band Design

Apple is a global technology company that designs, manufactures, and sells consumer electronics, software, and services.
$136,300 - $248,700
Hardware
Mid-Level Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
2+ years of experience
Consumer

Description For Engineering Project Manager, Apple Watch, Band Design

Apple is seeking an Engineering Project Manager (EPM) to join their Softgoods Program Management organization, focusing on Apple Watch band design and development. This role combines technical expertise with project management skills to drive the engineering development of watch bands. The position requires a strong engineering background to lead daily activities and meet program objectives.

The role involves managing product engineering design, development planning, and validation cycles. You'll work at the intersection of engineering, operations, and design, coordinating with various teams and vendor partners to achieve aggressive cost, schedule, and quality goals. The position demands someone who can handle complex technical decisions while maintaining clear communication across multiple stakeholders.

As an EPM, you'll be responsible for creating and maintaining project schedules, managing risk mitigation, and ensuring efficient development processes. The role requires someone who can thrive in a fast-paced environment, handle rapid development cycles, and remain adaptable in the face of changing priorities. You'll be working with cutting-edge technology in Apple's wearable division, contributing to one of the company's most innovative product lines.

The position offers competitive compensation, including a base salary range of $136,300 to $248,700, plus additional benefits such as stock options, comprehensive healthcare, and educational reimbursement. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with both technical expertise and project management skills to make a significant impact on Apple's wearable technology products.

Last updated 3 months ago

Responsibilities For Engineering Project Manager, Apple Watch, Band Design

  • Create and maintain streamlined development processes
  • Collaborate across engineering, operations, industrial design, and vendor partners
  • Drive technical issue resolution and complex design trade-offs
  • Identify risks and develop mitigation strategies
  • Create and maintain detailed project schedules
  • Manage system-level part interactions and reliability testing
  • Coordinate cosmetic and functional partial unit builds
  • Facilitate communication and decision-making across teams

Requirements For Engineering Project Manager, Apple Watch, Band Design

  • BS engineering degree required
  • 2-6+ years of project management experience
  • Detailed knowledge of product development cycles
  • Strong understanding of manufacturing processes
  • Experience interfacing with Mechanical Engineering/Design, Operations, and Vendors
  • Excellent communication, presentation, organizational and leadership skills
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Ability to travel internationally to support builds (up to 20%)

Benefits For Engineering Project Manager, Apple Watch, Band Design

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
401k
Equity
Education Budget
Relocation Benefits
  • Comprehensive medical and dental coverage
  • Retirement benefits
  • Employee stock programs
  • Educational reimbursement
  • Discretionary restricted stock unit awards
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Discretionary bonuses
  • Relocation benefits
  • Product discounts
  • Free services

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