Job Details

ACE Packaging Engineer

Sunnyvale, California, United States

Support and Service

Summary

Posted: Jun 06, 2025

Weekly Hours: 40

Role Number: 200607538

Imagine what you could do here. At Apple, new ideas have a way of becoming extraordinary products, services, and customer experiences very quickly. Bring passion and dedication to your job and there's no telling what you could accomplish.

The people here at Apple don’t just craft products - they build the kind of wonder that’s revolutionized entire industries. It’s the diversity of those people and their ideas that inspires the innovation that runs through everything we do, from amazing technology to industry-leading environmental efforts. Join Apple, and help us leave the world better than we found it.

Apple Care Engineering (ACE) is the technical group within Apple Care that develops and validates the physical aspects of hardware repair.

The Apple Care Engineering Packaging team is responsible for developing, validating, documenting and releasing service packaging for whole units and service modules. This is inclusive of single packs for hero products and service modules, and their single shippers, recovery kits, AC defined multipacks, dynamic label specs with locations, Pack-out instructions and pallet specs. We support packaging for all products in all channels and every part needs packaging and a spec.

We are looking for a highly motivated Packaging Engineer with background in packaging design, development and testing, and with exceptional program management skills.

Description

The candidate will be responsible for leading packaging development projects from concept to launch. There are an enormous amount of projects and parts being developed simultaneously, so the role requires the candidate to sort through the maelstrom, organize tasks, assign them and drive them to completion. The candidate will communicate with key stake holders, internal customers and suppliers on the status and set expectations.

The candidate will also be involved in company wide sustainability initiatives, helping meet internal goals and external regulatory requirements that ensure Apple is leading the way in our effort to minimize our environmental impact.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Packaging Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field.

• 5–10 years of relevant experience in packaging design, development, testing and manufacturing, preferably in consumer goods, electronics or medical devices.

• Strong knowledge and working experience with common packaging materials (paperboard, corrugate, plastics, foams, films, etc.).

• Experience designing, validating and testing packaging that meets ESD protective requirements for highly sensitive electronics components.

• Exposure working to meet sustainability initiatives, Life Cycle Assessment (LCA), Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR), Packaging & Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) regulations.

• Experience with packaging validation and supply chain integration.

• Experience with international sourcing or vendor management.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, Creo, ArtiosCAD) and packaging simulation tools.

• Understanding of DFM/DFA, drop/impact testing, ISTA/ASTM standards, and compliance with regulatory and environmental standards (e.g., RoHS, REACH).

• Able to lead packaging development projects from concept to launch.

• Comfortable working with cross-functional teams: industrial design, product design, marketing, operations, quality, and vendors.

• Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously under tight deadlines.

• Strong communication and presentation skills.

• Capable of mentoring junior engineers or managing vendors and contractors.

• Analytical thinking and problem-solving mindset.

• Demonstrated ability to drive cost savings, improve packaging performance, or meet sustainability goals.

• Experience in automation and packaging line design.

• Familiarity with ERP systems (e.g., SAP) and documentation tools (e.g., PLM).

• Experience with regulatory and compliance requirements (including documentation) for controlled materials batteries, solvents, VOC's (a plus)

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 $165,500 and $248,700, 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. (https://www.apple.com/careers/us/benefits.html)

Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.

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 (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf) .

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 (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf) .

Apple will not discriminate or retaliate against applicants who inquire about, disclose, or discuss their compensation.

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