Engineering Project Manager, Apple Watch

Watch Hardware EPM is responsible leading the system electrical design execution in developing Watch role manages the design manufacturing and delivery of core electrical components that are critical to the success of Watch and leverages a strong technical background to communicate cross-functional issues and risks.

Responsible for the technical management and support of engineering development projects. The EPM leads a cross functional team of skilled EE PD RF and DFM engineers. This role manages the design manufacturing and delivery of core electrical components that support the next generation of products. The successful candidate will be managing day to day activities and will effectively communicate the risks and priorities with the engineering team and Contract Manufacturer (CM) partners having the top level project goals in sight at all critical moments the Hardware EPM will lead issue deep dives to drive final solutions ahead of tight release timelines.

Plan and manage key design cycles ahead of critical component kick off dates to support downstream build demands on time nFacilitate cross functional reviews across system module and supporting engineering teamsnEffectively resolve incoming design feedback across engineering and CM groupsnCreate/maintain complex and detailed project schedules and configuration plans across multiple CMs and designsnLead issue deep dives to close critical issues ahead of ramp timelinesnActively monitor design build progress to highlight any emerging issues cross functionallynOversee key variable down-selections and track qualification progress across multiple builds nManage early local development builds which include complex allocation strategies long lead component management and directing hand-assembly of critical early modules prior to official program builds.

BS engineering degree requiredn2-4 years of industry experience

Strong technical background in EE or ME. Masters in Engineering or Program Management is a plusn2-4 years of project management experience with experience working with CM partnersnExperience with PCB layout and/or understanding of EE fundamentalsnExcellent communication presentation organizational and leadership skillsnAbility to filter and distill relevant information for the right audiencenDisciplined in workflow process and staying organized on priority tasksnStrong interpersonal skills to help resolve cross-functional conflicts nUnderstands and can adjust to rapid development cycles and constant change; remains flexible and calm in the face of uncertaintynAbility to travel internationally to support builds