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As a Hardware Engineering Program Manager (HW EPM) you will be responsible for the technical management of the development and implementation process for the Electrical Design and components of one of our Audio Product Design teams.

In this role you will drive the day-to-day activities to meet key program objectives focusing on engineering, development planning and validation cycles. This involves engaging with cross functional teams to balance competing objectives, make a difference and embrace effective ways to deliver on the committed timelines.

Description

Manage the planning and execution of product prototype builds, leading a cross-functional team of electrical, software, and mechanical engineers.

Set and communicate clear objectives for the build schedule, serving as the primary point of contact for the program with Contract Manufacturer (CM) partners.

Lead multi-functional engineering team meetings to discuss design scope, set timelines, and ensure timely completion. You'll understand the complexities of system integration and collaborate with teams to facilitate feedback through the internal design review process.

Maintain good communication and provide multiple levels of status to individual contributors and executive management.

","responsibilities":"Support product definition and drive closure of architecture and technical opens in early stages of a project.

Establish and manage program feature baseline, scheduling, budget, critical paths, and technology risk areas for execution through final delivery of the product.

Identify and highlight technical risk areas and mitigation strategies in partnership with impacted teams to help drive them to closure.

Enable the development effort by creating and monitoring an efficient, streamlined process.

Drive MLB/Flex/SiP releases and fabrication kickoff with Hardware Engineering and the vendors to meet build schedules.

Plan and execute prototype builds by directing OEM partners.

Lead cross functional communication between project teams and external vendors with detailed plans.

Drive day-to-day activities to meet overall project objectives including scheduling and leading meetings among engineering stakeholders.

Offer multiple levels of status across a wide spectrum of individual contributors to executive management via detailed written and excellent verbal communication.

Preferred Qualifications

Excellent communication, collaboration, organizational, presentation and leadership skills

Self motivated and proactive with demonstrated creative and critical thinking capabilities

Deep understanding of rapid development cycles; remains flexible when faced with uncertainty and changes in direction

Knowledge of product development processes as well as an understanding of manufacturing processes, electrical engineering fundamentals; prior experience with flex/MLB/module/SMT manufacturing and process is highly desirable

Strong attention to detail and ability to effectively manage complex, ground breaking design strategies

Participated in delivering products comprised of multiple materials and high esthetic quality

Experience interfacing with cross functional teams including Mechanical Engineering and Design, Manufacturing, Systems Engineering, Reliability, Operations, and Marketing

Embraces ambiguous situations and drives closure

Ability to travel internationally to support builds

Minimum Qualifications

BS ME/EE degree or equivalent experience.

At least 5 years of experience leading program management or electrical engineering design of product development.

Pay & Benefits

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 $144,600 and $263,800, 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

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