Manufacturing Design Engineer - Chennai
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 10, 2026. First seen by Alion on Nov 10, 2026. Apple scores A on the Alion truth index.
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Description
The Apple Manufacturing Design Engineer (MDE) is accountable for owning the development and implementation of innovative manufacturing processes across Apple’s worldwide supply base. In this highly collaborative role, you will work closely with Apple Industrial Design, Product Design, and Manufacturing Design partners and our worldwide suppliers. This role is empowered to bring creativity to Apple’s manufacturing approach, enabling us to deliver our best work to as many customers as possible
You will collaborate closely with cross-functional stakeholders in Quality Engineering, Global Supply Management, Product Design, and Industrial Design in order to ensure our manufacturing solutions meet our product quality, cost, yield, capacity, schedule, and environmental goals.
Minimum Qualifications
5+ years of experience in high-volume mechanical product development, manufacturing engineering, tooling engineering, high-precision fabrication, or similar roles
Bachelors or higher in mechanical, manufacturing, industrial engineering, or related fields
Hands-on experience in the following expertise: Machine building, robotics, laser etching, laser welding, adhesive dispensing, film lamination, vision systems and IPC integration
Understanding core principles of fixture and automation design, including the use of design software and FEA for stress/structural analysis
Understanding core principles of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing, Tolerance stack-up analysis
Understanding core principles of Data Analysis and Design of Experiments
Experience developing process DFMs, and driving corrective actions and failure analysis efforts.
Willingness and ability to travel domestically up to 75%
Preferred Qualifications
Hands-on approach to engineering and problem-solving
A quick learner who approaches problems flexibly and proactively identifies solutions in the face of challenges
Strong ability to influence using clear and concise communication skills to make data-driven manufacturing decisions
Applies innovative approach to problem-solving by demonstrating past experiences
A passion for manufacturing and engineering excellence
Unwillingness to compromise on quality and customer satisfaction
Experience working with OEMs and Contract Manufacturers in the Consumer Electronics Industry is a plus