Product Design Engineer - Channel Store Product Design

Product Design Engineer - Channel Store Product DesignApple's retail presence extends far beyond its iconic stores—with over 30 times more Apple partner stores than Apple Retail locations, the channel store environment represents the greatest opportunity for customers to discover and experience Apple products. As an emerging engineering team within the Channel, Retail and Events PD org, the Channel Store Product Design (CSPD) team designs store fixtures that bring Apple's products to life across an expansive and diverse global network of partner stores. By balancing beauty, safety, sustainability, and reliability, the team delivers the exceptional experiences Apple customers expect. We are seeking a creative problem solver to take on unique design challenges and the ambiguity that comes with an early-stage team.

The CSPD team provides unique opportunities for learning and applying knowledge across many engineering disciplines, and values those with a desire to acquire new skills and further their professional development. The CSPD team welcomes diverse backgrounds, opinions, and perspectives—drawing fresh influences from outside the standard retail and furniture industries to drive innovation in meaningful and unexpected ways.DescriptionThe Channel Store Product Design Engineer will develop a deep understanding of program design goals—including installation and maintenance requirements, aesthetic design objectives, and safety standards. In this role, the engineer will guide vendors through the design of a wide variety of store fixtures, creating solutions that effectively merchandise and showcase Apple products while enabling essential in-store functionality for store employees. Reporting to the Channel Store Product Design Manager within the Channel, Retail and Events PD org, this individual will work cross-functionally, demonstrating the ability to actively listen to input from a wide range of partners, thoughtfully challenge assumptions when needed, and fully commit to driving solutions forward once a path is determined.ResponsibilitiesEngineer dozens of fixtures at a time (tables, walls, and other furniture elements) at international vendors utilizing an ODM development modelCollaborate with and present to various cross-functional teams at all job levels to refine aesthetics and customer experience and meet all program goalsIterate on and validate designs to ensure successful mass production using manufacturing data, reliability tests, and stress, failure and tolerance analysesDevelop manufacturing processes and tooling designs with external vendorsGenerate and accept constructive feedback in brainstorming and design reviewsTravel up to 15% both domestically and internationally to vendors and installation sites to realize the physical design and find root cause for failuresMinimum QualificationsB.S.

degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent experienceStrong mechanical intuition, understanding of solid mechanics and material propertiesExcited to work and learn in a collaborative environmentSelf-motivated, curious and attentive to detailStrong verbal and written communication skillsAbility and willingness to travel domestically and internationallyPreferred QualificationsWorking knowledge of 2D and 3D CAD softwareFamiliarity with metal manufacturing methodologiesExperience with FEA, DFMEA, and root cause analysisComputer and/or furniture industry experience not required. Serious consideration will be given to qualified candidates from other analytical fields with robust engineering fundamentals.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 At Apple, we believe accessibility is a fundamental human right.

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