Product Design Engineer - Audio Fit

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Summary 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.

The Audio Fit PD team works to ensure optimal comfort, fit, stability, and performance across the population for our Air Pods products. We specialize in mechanical design, analysis, and prototyping, collaborating closely with teams such as Industrial Design, Human Factors, Biomechanics, Human Engineering, Soft Goods, and Acoustics. Our attention to detail directly influences products loved by millions.

Description As a member of the Audio Fit PD team, you will contribute throughout the product development cycle, including:
* Early concept ideation, prototyping, and testing to enhance Air Pods ergonomics
* Designing, executing, and analyzing user studies to inform product specifications for ergonomics-related efforts
* Design development and CAD modeling
* Detailed design, drafting, and statistical experiments
* You 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.

Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Product Design, or Biomedical Engineering3+ years of product design experience or equivalent

Proven experience in cross-functional, technical team environments

Experience in at least one area related to human factors (biomechanics, anthropometry, ergonomics, wearables, prosthetics, humanoid robotics, etc)
Proficiency in 3D CAD software

Proficiency in rapid prototyping and assembly of prototypes for early-stage testing

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including mechanical engineering theory and statistical tools

Familiarity with formal experimental design (DOE)
Understanding of engineering materials and manufacturing processes

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Detail-oriented, able to manage multiple projects simultaneously

Adaptable to fast-paced, dynamic environments

Willingness to travel domestically and internationally (10%+)Preferred Qualifications

Experience with wearables or ergonomically-sensitive products

Experience with ear and head anatomy, and anthropometric data analysis

Hands on use of rapid prototyping and 3d scanning for fit, comfort, and usability evaluations

Direct experience designing, conducting, and analyzing user studies or simulations

Experience in consumer electronics, including industrial design, sensors, acoustics, PCBs, silicon, antennas, batteries, and thermal systems

Expertise in plastic and metal part design

Has taken at least one product from concept to completion as a PD / mechanical engineer

Familiarity with DFM, DFA, statistical tolerance analysis, GD&T, and FEA analysis

Familiarity working with overseas manufacturers

Knowledge of audio component modules and designing audio subsystems

Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (MSME)
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 $184,700 and $324,800, 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…