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Role Number: 200675564
Team: Hardware
Location: Cupertino
Posted: 2026-08-04
Summary: As a Product Design Engineering Program Manager (PD EPM) you will be responsible for the technical management of the development and implementation process for the mechanical components of one of our Audio Product Design teams.
Description: In this role, you will drive the day-to-day activities to meet key program objectives focusing on engineering, development planning and validation cycles. This involves engaging with cross-functional teams to balance competing objectives and meet challenging timelines. In addition, you will collaborate with teams throughout the design process and maintain communication with contributors and executive management.
Minimum Qualifications:
  • At least 4-8+ years of experience leading program management or mechanical engineering design of product development
  • Experience shipping high volume products including experience working with CM partners
  • Detailed knowledge of product development cycles & strong understanding of manufacturing processesBS ME/EE degree or equivalent
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Excellent communication, collaboration, organizational, presentation and leadership skills
  • Self motivated and proactive with demonstrated creative and critical thinking capabilities 4+ years of project management experience with experience in working with CM partners
  • Deep understanding of rapid development cycles; remains flexible when faced with uncertainty and changes in direction
  • Prior experience with metal stamping, forging, machining (CNC), die casting, plastic injection and metal injection molding (MIM)
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to effectively manage complex, ground breaking design strategies
  • Participated in delivering products comprised of multiple materials and high aesthetic quality
  • Experience interfacing with cross functional teams including Mechanical Engineering and Design, Manufacturing, Systems Engineering, Reliability, Operations, and Marketing
  • Embraces ambiguous situations and drives closure
  • Ability to travel internationally to support builds
Pay & Benefits: At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $175,500 and $311,700, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple's discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple's Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You'll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation. Learn more about Apple Benefits
Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.
EEO Statement: Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We seek to promote equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant AccessibilityAt Apple, we believe accessibility is a fundamental human right. You'll find that idea reflected in everything here — in our culture, our benefits and our digital tools. By welcoming as many perspectives as possible, we help you build a career where you feel like you belong. Learn about accessibility in Apple's workplace Learn about reasonable accommodations for job applicants Application Deadline Apple accepts applications to this posting on an ongoing basis.

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Location

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Industry

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