Engineering Program Specialist

Hardware Engineering is seeking an Engineering Program Specialist to manage the acquisition of R&D equipment, software, and services. This role involves executing Purchase-to-Pay (P2P) activities from order processing to fulfillment, ensuring compliance and supporting R&D operations. The specialist will partner with engineering, procurement, finance, and vendor teams to manage critical resource acquisition, bridging policy adherence with product development needs. The role requires a detail-oriented individual with strong communication and problem-solving skills to balance operational integrity and innovation.

Must Have

• Manage Purchase-to-Pay (P2P) activities from order processing through fulfillment.
• Partner closely with engineering, procurement, finance, and vendor teams.
• Manage the end-to-end acquisition of critical tools and resources.
• Serve as a key liaison between vendors, engineering teams, and finance partners.
• Develop a deep understanding of purchasing policies, logistics, and compliance processes.
• Create and submit PRs (Purchase Requisitions) in compliance with policies.
• Coordinate proactively with vendors to track orders and ensure timely delivery.
• Maintain and execute daily workflows using internal tools (e.g., Acquire, eApproval, Mail).
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align on process updates and SOP changes.
• Identify potential process inefficiencies, risks, or blockers and propose solutions.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation and monitor process adherence for audit readiness.

Good to Have

• Master’s Degree with 3+ years of professional experience in program coordination, procurement, or related operational roles.
• Background in project management.
• Direct experience handling sensitive and confidential information with integrity, discretion, and secrecy.

Hardware Engineering is seeking a seasoned Engineering Program Specialist to execute the acquisition of R&D equipment, software, and services. This role offers an excellent opportunity to develop expertise in complex procurement operations while directly supporting the teams creating Apple’s innovative products. We’re looking for a resourceful individual with a proven ability to operate in a complex, often ambiguous, fast-paced environment. This role will be critical in equipping R&D engineering teams with the tools they need to do their best work. You’ll thrive in this position if you’re detail-oriented, enjoy process optimization, and want to build strong cross-functional relationships in a dynamic technical environment.

As an Engineering Program Specialist on the team, you will be responsible for managing Purchase-to-Pay (P2P) activities from order processing through fulfillment, ensuring a seamless and compliant process that supports R&D operations. You’ll partner closely with engineering, procurement, finance, and vendor teams to manage the end-to-end acquisition of critical tools and resources, maintaining transparency and alignment across all stages of the procurement lifecycle. You’ll serve as a key liaison between vendors, engineering teams, and finance partners—bridging the gap between policy adherence and the practical needs of product development. This role requires development of a deep understanding of purchasing policies, logistics, and compliance processes to ensure that engineering requirements are met efficiently and responsibly. By combining attention to detail with strong communication and problem-solving skills, you’ll help balance operational integrity with the agility required to drive innovation.

• Create and submit PRs (Purchase Requisitions) in compliance with complex capitalization and organizational policies.
• Coordinate proactively with vendors to track orders, resolve logistical challenges, and ensure timely delivery of materials.
• Maintain and execute daily workflows using internal tools (e.g., Acquire, eApproval, Mail) to ensure operational accuracy and efficiency.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (e.g., Engineering, Finance, Procurement, Fixed Assets) to align on process updates and Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) changes.
• Identify potential process inefficiencies, risks, or blockers and propose process optimizations and actionable solutions that enhance workflow efficiency and user experience.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation and monitor process adherence to support audit readiness and compliance requirements.

Key Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree with 2+ years of professional experience in program coordination, procurement, or related operational roles within engineering or technical environments.
• Strong process-oriented mindset with a proven ability to drive consistency, efficiency, and repeatability across complex workflows.
• Excellent prioritization and time management skills, capable of balancing multiple competing tasks in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to tailor technical and procedural information to diverse audiences.
• Demonstrated experience in building and maintaining collaborative relationships with vendors and cross-functional partners to ensure alignment and successful execution of shared goals.
• Quick learner with the ability to rapidly adopt and proficiently use new tools, systems, and technologies to support evolving business needs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s Degree with 3+ years of professional experience in program coordination, procurement, or related operational roles within engineering or technical environments.
• Background in project management
• Direct experience handling sensitive and confidential information with integrity, discretion, and secrecy.