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Get Access To All JobsApple is where individual imaginations gather together, committing to the values that lead to great work. Every new product we build, service we create, or Apple Store experience we deliver is the result of us making each other’s ideas stronger. That happens because every one of us shares a belief that we can make something wonderful and share it with the world, changing lives for the better. It’s the diversity of our people and their thinking that inspires the innovation that runs through everything we do. When we bring everybody in, we can do the best work of our lives. Here, you’ll do more than join something - you’ll add something.
Apple Vision Pro is a revolutionary spatial computer that seamlessly blends digital content with your physical space. It will allow us to do the things we love in ways never before possible - all while staying connected to the people around us.
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As a Product Design Engineer on this team, you be driving mechanical architectures and specs to achieve comfort and fit across the population. Your work will involve the entire spectrum of product design development: concept & spec development, prototyping and testing, CAD and FEA analysis, detailed design, DOE development, and user testing. This work is undertaken in our offices, our labs and workshops, and in partnership with our vendors. You will have a uniquely rewarding opportunity to craft future products that will delight and inspire millions of people every day!
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar major
Experience in ergonomics, biomechanics, or human factors
Experience working in and/or leading technical project groups in a professional environment
Strong analytical skills with regard to mechanical engineering theory
Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) including emails, preparing slide presentations, and presenting technical concepts to multi-disciplinary teams
Wide knowledge of basic engineering materials and manufacturing processes
Detail orientated, organized, and capable of handling multiple assignments at once
Creative problem solving, with experience in failure analysis, root cause investigation, and DOE creation
Preferred Qualifications
Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering or adjacent field
Experience shipping wearable devices
Experience converging complex products with design and research teams
Experience with high-volume mass production
Consumer electronics knowledge in a majority of these disciplines: industrial design, optics and lenses, cameras, sensors, displays, PCBs and flexes, silicon, antennas, batteries, thermals
Familiarity with tolerance analysis, experience releasing 2D drawings
Experience designing for weight reduction and structural optimization
Working knowledge of FEA principles
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 $129,300 and $225,300, 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.
Apple is where individual imaginations gather together, committing to the values that lead to great work. Every new product we build, service we create, or Apple Store experience we deliver is the result of us making each other’s ideas stronger. That happens because every one of us shares a belief that we can make something wonderful and share it with the world, changing lives for the better. It’s the diversity of our people and their thinking that inspires the innovation that runs through everything we do. When we bring everybody in, we can do the best work of our lives. Here, you’ll do more than join something - you’ll add something.
Apple Vision Pro is a revolutionary spatial computer that seamlessly blends digital content with your physical space. It will allow us to do the things we love in ways never before possible - all while staying connected to the people around us.
Description
As a Product Design Engineer on this team, you be driving mechanical architectures and specs to achieve comfort and fit across the population. Your work will involve the entire spectrum of product design development: concept & spec development, prototyping and testing, CAD and FEA analysis, detailed design, DOE development, and user testing. This work is undertaken in our offices, our labs and workshops, and in partnership with our vendors. You will have a uniquely rewarding opportunity to craft future products that will delight and inspire millions of people every day!
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar major
Experience in ergonomics, biomechanics, or human factors
Experience working in and/or leading technical project groups in a professional environment
Strong analytical skills with regard to mechanical engineering theory
Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) including emails, preparing slide presentations, and presenting technical concepts to multi-disciplinary teams
Wide knowledge of basic engineering materials and manufacturing processes
Detail orientated, organized, and capable of handling multiple assignments at once
Creative problem solving, with experience in failure analysis, root cause investigation, and DOE creation
Preferred Qualifications
Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering or adjacent field
Experience shipping wearable devices
Experience converging complex products with design and research teams
Experience with high-volume mass production
Consumer electronics knowledge in a majority of these disciplines: industrial design, optics and lenses, cameras, sensors, displays, PCBs and flexes, silicon, antennas, batteries, thermals
Familiarity with tolerance analysis, experience releasing 2D drawings
Experience designing for weight reduction and structural optimization
Working knowledge of FEA principles
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 $129,300 and $225,300, 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.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Product Design Manager
Align your portfolio with PERM specialty criteria
PERM requires your employer to show the role demands a specific degree field, not just any bachelor's. Frame your portfolio and resume around UX systems, design operations, or product strategy to reinforce that the position requires specialized design credentials.
Target employers with active EB-3 filing history
Search DOL PERM disclosure data to find companies that have sponsored Product Design Managers before. Prior filings indicate an employer already has immigration counsel and internal processes for design-role sponsorship, which shortens your path considerably.
Request EB-2 classification if you hold a master's degree
A master's in human-computer interaction, industrial design, or a related field can qualify you for EB-2, which has shorter backlogs for many nationalities than EB-3. Raise this with your employer's counsel early, before the PERM job description is drafted.
Use Migrate Mate to filter sponsoring design employers
Instead of manually cross-referencing OFLC disclosure files, use Migrate Mate to surface Product Design Manager roles at companies with documented green card sponsorship history, so you only spend time on genuinely viable opportunities.
Negotiate concurrent I-485 filing into your offer timeline
If your priority date is current at the time of I-140 approval, ask your employer to pursue concurrent filing of the I-140 and I-485. This compresses the overall green card timeline significantly and keeps you protected if you change roles mid-process under AC21 portability.
Confirm the PERM prevailing wage covers your expected compensation
Your employer must certify a wage at or above the DOL prevailing wage level for your role and location. Check the OFLC Wage Search before accepting an offer to verify the certified wage aligns with what you've negotiated, since underpaying the PERM wage is a compliance violation.
Green Card Product Design Manager: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Product Design Manager role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship?
Both categories can apply. EB-3 covers the role as a professional position requiring a bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as industrial design, HCI, or graphic design. EB-2 applies if the position requires an advanced degree or if your credentials and progressive leadership experience meet the advanced-degree professional standard. Your employer's immigration counsel determines the appropriate category when drafting the PERM job description.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for this role?
Green card sponsorship via PERM leads to permanent residency, not a time-limited status. Unlike the H-1B visa, there is no annual lottery at the EB-3 level, and the process is not subject to a cap-based selection. The tradeoff is time: PERM, I-140, and adjustment of status typically take two to four years for most nationalities, compared to H-1B approval in a few months. For applicants from India or China, EB-2 and EB-3 priority date backlogs can extend that timeline substantially.
What documentation strengthens a PERM application for this title?
The employer must demonstrate the role genuinely requires a specific degree and that no qualified U.S. worker applied. On your side, ensure your transcripts, degree certificates, and any foreign credential evaluations are current and match the educational requirement stated in the PERM job description. A mismatch between your credentials and the described minimum requirements is one of the most common reasons PERM audits are triggered.
How can I find Product Design Manager jobs that sponsor green cards?
Migrate Mate aggregates roles at employers with documented PERM and I-140 filing history, so you can search specifically for Product Design Manager positions where sponsorship is a realistic outcome rather than a possibility you have to negotiate from scratch. Filtering by sponsorship history saves time and narrows your focus to companies already equipped to run the process.
Can I switch employers after my I-140 is approved without losing my place in line?
Yes. Under AC21 portability, if your I-140 has been approved and your I-485 has been pending for at least 180 days, you can move to a new employer in the same or similar occupational classification without losing your priority date. For Product Design Managers, a move to a senior UX lead or design director role at a new company would typically qualify, but your new employer should confirm the classification alignment with immigration counsel before you resign.