STEM OPT Product Design Manager Jobs

When was the last time you enjoyed a box as much as the product inside? At Apple, every customer interaction is an opportunity for surprise and delight! This philosophy extends beyond the product to its packaging, where every detail is thoughtfully considered.

The Packaging PD team is a diverse group of people responsible for the design and execution of structural packaging for all Apple products - from shippers to finished goods boxes. Our packaging delivers an outstanding customer experience, while protecting products throughout the shipping environment, and advancing Apple’s sustainability goals. We collaborate with a wide range of teams including Industrial Design, Marketing, Environmental, Operations and many others during the design process.

Description

As a Packaging PD Manager, you will lead a team of engineers to design and execute packaging architecture from initial prototypes to mass production with sustainable packaging material. You and your team will be given ownership of the mechanical design of the packaging of several products in our product portfolio. Under your guidance, your team will be responsible for the design, manufacturability, quality, and reliability of this packaging.

We are seeking someone who approaches problem solving with passion, creativity, and curiosity. Apple’s approach to packaging is unique, so we value people who are eager to learn new skills and further improve their knowledge of packaging design, manufacturing processes, and sustainable materials. We welcome fresh influences from outside the standard packaging industry to promote innovation in creative ways.

Responsibilities:

• Hire, develop, and manage a team of 2-6 mechanical engineers
• Cultivate an inclusive and collaborative environment that encourages your team to strive for excellence and maintain a customer-centric focus
• Drive detailed design processes, reviews, and validation plans that ensure our packaging meets performance requirements throughout its lifecycle
• Engage regularly with cross-functional peers and senior management who are based in multiple geographies to refine and execute your team’s designs

Minimum Qualifications

• BS degree with an emphasis in Mechanical Engineering, Packaging Science or related field
• Experience managing or serving as technical lead of a mechanical design team
• Experience working with 3D and 2D CAD
• Strong analytical skills and engineering fundamentals
• Experienced in failure analysis and root cause investigations of multi-disciplinary problems
• Experienced in solving complex technical challenges using a data-driven design approach
• Proven track record of shipping high volume consumer products
• Ability to manage multidisciplinary cross functional efforts
• Ability to travel up to 20% to support your team, our suppliers and engineering build activities

Preferred Qualifications

• 5 years of related industry experience
• Innovative thinking, high personal motivation, and a strong sense of ownership
• Flexibility and comfort working in a quickly changing environment
• Excellent verbal and written presentation skills
• Prototyping experience
• Experience collaborating with manufacturers throughout the design cycle, from concept to mass production
• Knowledge of FEA and material science, fiber based material understanding is a plus

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 $198,300 and $342,800, 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 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.

Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.

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.