Mechanical DFX Manager / 2954069

Experience AppleThere's the typical job. Punch in, push paper, punch out, repeat. Then there's a career at Apple. Where you're encouraged to defy routine. To explore the far reaches of the possible. To travel uncharted paths. And to be a part of something far bigger than yourself. Because around here, changing the world just comes with the job description. We are committed to diversity. Apple is an Equal Opportunity Employer. www.apple.com/jobs Position Description:DFx Engineering Job Description: Responsible for manufacturing research and development to solve complex problems that have direct impact to final product cost, quality and delivery. Under broad goals and objectives, exercises judgment within general defined practices and policies in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions to complex problems. Responsibilities:• Sets standard practices and independently determines impact to design approaches and parameters to the final product • Develop new and or improved processes through the application of theoretical and practical engineering • Applies extensive expertise in all facets of mechanical product design • Provides direction, guidance and resources to other engineering groups and project leaders as well as factory technicians. Act as lead engineer on a variety of projects and participates in the project planning of major sub-projects. • Keeps abreast of all relevant technical trends and developments and incorporates them in appropriate assignments Performs assignments in several of the following manufacturing engineering functions: Design for Manufacturability - Provide early and on going manufacturing involvement to ensure new products are mechanically manufacturable Product Engineering - Works all phases of a product: from concept to repeat manufacturing to end of life. Provides production support engineering with respect to technically complex testing methods, procedures and failure analysis. Process Engineering - Designs and develops technically complex processes to improve quality and efficiency. Failure/Data Analysis - Plans, develops and implements technically complex procedures for the testing and evaluation of soon to be released products. Specifies test to be performed, compiles data and makes recommendations for product design changes and final assembly standards. This will include the use of Taguchi Design of Experiments (DOE). BSME or equivalent (MSME, MSIE desired), with 10 plus years in an engineering role with experience in product design as well as design for manufacturability. New product introduction and Manufacturing Operations experience desired. The candidate must have a solid working knowledge of DFM (DFx). Candidate must have the ability to communicate effectively in a worldwide environment. Proven track record of cost reduction, project management and engineering design required. NX2, NX4 or ProE CAD experiences a plus. Perk #56: New ways to stretch your mind. No company thinks in as many directions, and on as many levels, as Apple. Mental workouts are a standard part of every workday. Learn more about Apple Inc.