Strategic Lead Manufacturing Design Engineer (mde), Materials Development And Decarbonization

Apple

United States Of America, United States
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5+ years materials or manufacturing engineering experience
Deep knowledge of aluminum, stainless steel, titanium, or polymers
Bs in materials science, chemical engineering, mechanical engineering, or environmental science
Apple is seeking a Strategic Lead Manufacturing Design Engineer to drive materials development and decarbonization efforts in product design. The role requires collaboration across various teams to influence material selection and implement sustainability goals effectively

Job Summary

  • This strategic hands-on role partners with Product Design and Manufacturing teams to embed environmental and manufacturability considerations into material selection decisions at the earliest stages.
  • The successful candidate will lead the development of material selection strategies and decarbonization roadmaps across Apple's primary materials including alloys and polymers.
  • Collaboration with global raw material vendors and internal teams ensures material decisions meet quality, cost, yield, capacity, schedule, and decarbonization goals.

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Apple is seeking a Strategic Lead Manufacturing Design Engineer to drive materials development and decarbonization efforts in product design. The role requires collaboration across various teams to influence material selection and implement sustainability goals effectively.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 5+ years materials or manufacturing engineering experience
  • Deep knowledge of aluminum, stainless steel, titanium, or polymers
  • BS in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Environmental Science

Nice-to-have

  • MBA or equivalent strategy program management experience
  • Experience translating sustainability goals into technical roadmaps
  • Strong cross-functional leadership without direct authority
  • Experience with lifecycle assessment (LCA) or sustainable material development
  • Background working with highly cosmetic parts or products

Key Requirements

  • Minimum 5 years of relevant industry experience
  • Bachelor's degree in Materials Science, Engineering, or related field
  • Preferred MBA or equivalent strategic experience

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