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Mechanical Engineer

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Posted Sep 4, 2026

Role at a glance

Job function
Engineering & R&D Mechanical Engineering
Salary
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Location
Austin, Texas, United States Cupertino, California, United States
Work arrangement
On-site
Employment
Full-time
Experience
3+ years of experience. 3+ year of 3D CAD experience required.
Education
Bachelors in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent study with 3+ years of experience.

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Role Summary

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The Mechanical Engineer leads the mechanical development and validation of electromechanical systems for silicon validation and provides system design support to other Apple engineering teams. The role spans requirements definition, mechanical design, analysis, and validation from prototype bring-up through product testing.

What You'll Do

  • Define mechanical requirements and interfaces for high-power electromechanical systems, and conduct cross-functional design reviews and...
  • Design board- and system-level mechanical assemblies, and generate drawings, bills of materials, and assembly instructions.
  • Define mechanical component outlines and keep-outs for PCB layouts, and perform dimensional and tolerance analysis.
  • Validate and characterize designs from prototype bring-up through product testing.
  • Drive failure analyses and design of experiments to develop design solutions and corrective actions.
  • Manage and track multiple priorities within schedule requirements.

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Qualifications

Minimum qualifications: Bachelors in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent study; 3+ years of experience; 3+ years of 3D CAD experience.

Required

  • 3+ years of experience.
  • 3+ year of 3D CAD experience required.

Preferred

  • Good understanding of mechanical fabrication processes and be able to determine the best method for given design.
  • Disciplined in GD&T practices and must be able to perform Tolerance Analysis of complex assemblies.
  • Experience of designing various types of heat sinks and cooling solutions for high power ASICs including Liquid cooling.
  • Experience of designing equipment for data centers and good understanding of EIA Rack Standards and OCP standard.
  • Must be able to generate MCO for PCBs, create assembly drawings, BOMs and familiar with PDM tools such as Agile.
  • Applied knowledge in interconnect technologies including signal integrity, printed circuit boards, material science and basic chemistry...
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills and people skills; ability to interact with management, team members and external vendors.
  • Teamwork: the candidate must be able to communicate well with cross functional team members, be able to efficiently collaborate with...

Original job description

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Summary

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.

We are seeking Mechanical Engineer to lead the design, development, and validation of silicon validation test solutions and provide system design support to other Apple engineering teams.

Description

This design engineer will be responsible for the end-to-end mechanical development of electromechanical systems for silicon validation, with responsibilities including:
-Defining mechanical requirement and interface for high power electromechanical systems
-Conducting cross functional design reviews and generate mechanical requirement documents
-Designing board and system level mechanical assemblies and generate drawings, BOMs and assembly instructions
-Defining mechanical component outlines and component keep outs for PCB layouts
-Performing dimensional and tolerance analysis
-Managing and tracking multiple priorities within schedule requirements
-Design validation and characterization from prototype bring-up to product testing
-Driving failure analyses and design of experiments (DOEs) to reach design solutions and corrective actions.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelors in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent study with 3+ years of experience.
3+ year of 3D CAD experience required.

Preferred Qualifications

Good understanding of mechanical fabrication processes and be able to determine the best method for given design
Disciplined in GD&T practices and must be able to perform Tolerance Analysis of complex assemblies
Experience of designing various types of heat sinks and cooling solutions for high power ASICs including Liquid cooling
Experience of designing equipment for data centers and good understanding of EIA Rack Standards and OCP standard
Must be able to generate MCO for PCBs, create assembly drawings, BOMs and familiar with PDM tools such as Agile
Applied knowledge in interconnect technologies including signal integrity, printed circuit boards, material science and basic chemistry of connectors
Excellent written and verbal communication skills and people skills; ability to interact with management, team members and external vendors
Teamwork: the candidate must be able to communicate well with cross functional team members, be able to efficiently collaborate with team members to achieve project goals, and contribute positively to the engineering community.
Hands-on product design experience in electronic products or modules, direct fixture design experience
Experience with MCAD-ECAD file exchange and IDX processes
Experience with NX 3D CAD tool & Team Center
Experience in computer, server or networking equipment industries
Experience in designing liquid cooled board assemblies and systems
Experience in data center products and good understanding of EIA
Rack Standards and OCP standards
MSME degree is preferred.

Pay & Benefits — Cupertino, California, United States

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 $150,400 and $277,600, 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.

Application Deadline

Apple accepts applications to this posting on an ongoing basis.

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About the company

Apple

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Apple Inc. is a global technology company known for its innovative products and services, including the iPhone, iPad, Mac computers, and Apple Watch. Founded in 1976, Apple has continuously pushed the boundaries of design and functionality, earning a reputation for high-quality consumer electronics and software solutions like iOS and macOS. With a strong commitment to user experience and privacy, Apple also leads in digital services, offering platforms such as the App Store, Apple Music, and iCloud. The company's focus on sustainability and corporate responsibility further enhances its standing as a leader in the technology sector.