Process
A mix of technical and behavioral questions were asked. The technical questions were more open-ended to allow for creativity and to test technical knowledge prowess. Behavioral questions focused mainly on portfolio, resume, and project experience.
Questions
I would improve AirPods by adding active noise cancellation.
I would also improve the battery life.
Finally, I would improve the comfort of the AirPods by adding different ear tip sizes.
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 53 interview experiences for the Apple Mechanical Engineer role in United States.
Success Rate
Apple's interview process for their Mechanical Engineer roles in the United States is extremely selective, failing the vast majority of engineers.
Experience Rating
Candidates reported having good feelings for Apple's Mechanical Engineer interview process in United States.
Apple Work Experiences
- 5.0Passionate, Fun, Long HoursMechanical Engineer • Current EmployeeCupertino, California, United StatesFebruary 16, 2022Pros: Everyone is passionate and the job is fun.Cons: I work tons of hours.
- 4.0Fun People, Long HoursMechanical Engineer • Former EmployeeSan Francisco, California, United StatesOctober 20, 2024Pros: Good salary, fun environment, nice people.Cons: Can be long hours and frustrating.
- 5.0Absolutely Amazing, Nothing BadMechanical Engineer • Current EmployeeNew York, New York, United StatesMay 3, 2020Pros: Everything is just amazing, oh my god.Cons: Nothing is bad, oh my god.
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