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Product Design Engineer roles at Apple sit at the intersection of industrial design, mechanical engineering, and manufacturing, shaping the physical form of hardware products used by hundreds of millions of people. Apple has a strong track record of sponsoring international engineers in this function across multiple visa categories.
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Get Access To All JobsOne of Apple’s R&D groups is currently seeking a senior product design engineer. This engineer will be responsible for mechanical design of mechanisms and mechatronic systems from concept generation through physical implementation and validation. We are looking for passionate and creative individuals to explore concepts and push the performance bounds of packaging and performance in highly integrated electro-mechanical systems. Innovation is in your hands! We are ready to help you help us grow.
Description
In this role you will partner with cross-functional teams such as electrical, controls, and embedded FW engineers to realize mechatronic system designs.
Responsibilities include:
- Mechanical design (3D and 2D drawings)
- Mechanism design and integration
- Electrical component integration (sensors, electronics, wiring, and harnesses)
- Prototype, evaluate, develop, and harden designs
- Close collaboration with cross-functional teams
Minimum Qualifications
- BS in mechanical engineering or similar field
- 5+ years of hands-on, mechanism and mechatronic product design experience
- Experience selecting and integrating electronics, sensors, and mechanisms in challenging packaging environments
- Strong mechanical engineering analytical skills
- Experience selecting materials and manufacturing processes based on engineering requirements
- Experience working in technical project groups in a professional environment
- Proficiency in 3D CAD and creating 2D drawings
- Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) including emails, preparing slide presentations, and presenting technical concepts to multi-disciplinary teams
- Detail oriented and capable of handling multiple assignments at once
Preferred Qualifications
- MS or PhD in mechanical engineering or similar field
- Fluent in Siemens NX including surfacing tools
- Experience working through entire product cycle including shipping product experience
- Experience leading teams through product development cycle from concept development to production bring up
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 $181,100 and $318,400, 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.
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.
Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.
One of Apple’s R&D groups is currently seeking a senior product design engineer. This engineer will be responsible for mechanical design of mechanisms and mechatronic systems from concept generation through physical implementation and validation. We are looking for passionate and creative individuals to explore concepts and push the performance bounds of packaging and performance in highly integrated electro-mechanical systems. Innovation is in your hands! We are ready to help you help us grow.
Description
In this role you will partner with cross-functional teams such as electrical, controls, and embedded FW engineers to realize mechatronic system designs.
Responsibilities include:
- Mechanical design (3D and 2D drawings)
- Mechanism design and integration
- Electrical component integration (sensors, electronics, wiring, and harnesses)
- Prototype, evaluate, develop, and harden designs
- Close collaboration with cross-functional teams
Minimum Qualifications
- BS in mechanical engineering or similar field
- 5+ years of hands-on, mechanism and mechatronic product design experience
- Experience selecting and integrating electronics, sensors, and mechanisms in challenging packaging environments
- Strong mechanical engineering analytical skills
- Experience selecting materials and manufacturing processes based on engineering requirements
- Experience working in technical project groups in a professional environment
- Proficiency in 3D CAD and creating 2D drawings
- Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) including emails, preparing slide presentations, and presenting technical concepts to multi-disciplinary teams
- Detail oriented and capable of handling multiple assignments at once
Preferred Qualifications
- MS or PhD in mechanical engineering or similar field
- Fluent in Siemens NX including surfacing tools
- Experience working through entire product cycle including shipping product experience
- Experience leading teams through product development cycle from concept development to production bring up
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 $181,100 and $318,400, 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.
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.
Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Product Design Engineer Jobs at Apple Jobs
Build a hardware-focused portfolio before applying
Apple's Product Design Engineers are expected to show hands-on experience with DFM, tolerancing, and materials selection. Document projects where you moved a design from concept to manufacturable prototype, since that evidence directly maps to what Apple's hiring panels assess.
Target roles tied to specific product lines
Apple organizes Product Design Engineering by product family, iPhone, Mac, wearables, and accessories. Applying to postings that name a specific product area signals fit and increases your chances of reaching a hiring manager who can champion your sponsorship through internal approvals.
Clarify your visa category early in conversations
Apple sponsors multiple visa types for this role, including H-1B, E-3, and TN. If you're Australian or Canadian, flag your category during the recruiter screen so the correct LCA and petition process is initiated without delays that could affect your start date.
Align your offer timeline with H-1B cap deadlines
If you need an H-1B and aren't currently in a cap-exempt status, the USCIS registration window opens in March for an October 1 start. Coordinate your Apple offer and start date around this window to avoid a gap between your current work authorization and your H-1B effective date.
Verify your degree field matches specialty occupation criteria
USCIS requires that your degree field directly relate to the engineering work in the job description. For Product Design Engineer roles at Apple, degrees in mechanical engineering, materials science, or industrial design are the strongest fits. A degree in an unrelated field can trigger an RFE even for a well-matched candidate.
Use Migrate Mate to find open roles across sponsoring employers
Filtering for Product Design Engineer positions at companies with a verified H-1B, E-3, or TN sponsorship history saves significant time. Migrate Mate lets you browse open roles at Apple and similar electronics hardware employers filtered by the visa type you need.
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Find Product Design Engineer at Apple JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Does Apple sponsor H-1B visas for Product Design Engineers?
Yes, Apple sponsors H-1B visas for Product Design Engineers. This role qualifies as a specialty occupation under USCIS guidelines because it requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a directly related engineering or design field. Apple's immigration team handles LCA filing with the DOL and the I-129 petition, though timing depends on where you are in the H-1B cap cycle at the time of your offer.
How do I apply for Product Design Engineer jobs at Apple?
Applications go through Apple's careers site, where Product Design Engineer postings are listed by product line and location. Tailoring your resume to highlight hardware development experience, DFM, and cross-functional collaboration with manufacturing teams improves your chances of passing the initial screen. You can also browse current openings filtered by visa sponsorship type on Migrate Mate before applying directly through Apple's portal.
Which visa types does Apple commonly sponsor for Product Design Engineers?
Apple sponsors H-1B and H-1B1 visas for most international engineers, along with E-3 visas for Australian citizens and TN visas for Canadian and Mexican nationals in qualifying engineering categories. For longer-term pathways, Apple also supports EB-2 and EB-3 Green Card sponsorship. F-1 OPT and CPT candidates can typically start before a visa petition is filed, which is useful if your OPT is already authorized.
What qualifications does Apple expect for Product Design Engineer roles?
Apple's Product Design Engineer postings typically require a degree in mechanical engineering, materials science, or industrial design, plus hands-on experience with precision manufacturing processes, tolerance analysis, and prototyping. Familiarity with CAD tools like SolidWorks or PTC Creo is common. For mid-to-senior roles, experience delivering hardware products through full product development cycles and working with overseas contract manufacturers is strongly preferred.
How long does the visa sponsorship process take after receiving an Apple offer?
For E-3 and TN visas, the process from offer to work authorization can move quickly, often within four to eight weeks, since neither requires USCIS lottery participation. H-1B sponsorship takes longer because of the March registration window and October 1 cap start date. Apple typically works with outside immigration counsel to prepare the LCA and petition, and will coordinate your start date around whichever visa category applies to your situation.
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