Product Development Engineer - Strategic Design Engineering (SDE)

A leading technology company that designs and develops consumer electronics, software, and services.
$175,800 - $312,200
Hardware
Senior Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
5+ years of experience
Consumer

Description For Product Development Engineer - Strategic Design Engineering (SDE)

The Strategic Design Engineering team at Apple is seeking an experienced Product Development Engineer to join their innovative team. This role focuses on creating cutting-edge products and accessories through diverse strategies and tactics. The position requires a strong background in mechanical product development, with the ability to lead full product development cycles. The ideal candidate will work on pushing boundaries in features, cost, and performance while collaborating with cross-functional teams. The role offers competitive compensation ranging from $175,800 to $312,200, along with comprehensive benefits including stock options and healthcare. Located in the San Francisco Bay Area, this position involves working with international partners and requires up to 15% travel. The role combines hands-on technical work with strategic thinking, making it ideal for experienced engineers looking to impact next-generation consumer electronics development.

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Responsibilities For Product Development Engineer - Strategic Design Engineering (SDE)

  • Create mechanical system architecture(s) for new and existing products
  • Partner with ID and product marketing to balance and deliver feature set at a competitive total cost
  • Define overall system requirements for supplier-based build-to-spec projects
  • Conceptual design to communicate architecture ideas and features to suppliers
  • Document design & performance specifications, and required test protocols
  • Drive all aspects of NPI with key cross-functional partners
  • Data analysis and reporting from factory builds for design validation

Requirements For Product Development Engineer - Strategic Design Engineering (SDE)

  • Bachelors Degree in Mechanical Engineering (or similar field)
  • 5+ years in product development, including experience shipping products with CM and/or ODM overseas partners
  • Ability to travel internationally up to 15%
  • Experience with supplier management & shipping high-volume consumer products
  • Understanding of product development and validation cycle
  • Expertise in part cost modeling and developing a costed BOM

Benefits For Product Development Engineer - Strategic Design Engineering (SDE)

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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