Mahek Karamchandani

About Mahek Karamchandani

Mahek Karamchandani is a dynamic and results-driven program management professional with hands-on experience in product development, hardware engineering, and operations at leading technology companies including Apple, Microsoft, and Cisco. She thrives at the intersection of engineering and execution, translating complex technical challenges into actionable strategies that drive impact at scale.In her current role as an Engineering Program Specialist (EPS) at Apple, Mahek supports end-to-end program execution for iPhone hardware development. She partners closely with cross-functional engineering, design, and operations teams to manage build readiness, track component and design changes, and ensure successful prototype and production milestones.With a foundation in Manufacturing Engineering from Cal Poly SLO and a Master’s in Engineering Management from Duke University, Mahek brings a blend of analytical rigor, creative problem-solving, and cross-functional leadership. She is passionate about enabling seamless collaboration, optimizing development processes, and driving innovation from concept through launch- Certified in Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Training- Experienced in PLM, Jira, MATLAB, Excel, Tableau, and JMP- Skilled in hardware program execution, engineering change management, and build coordination

Experience

1. Iphone Pd Engineering Program Specialist

   Apple

   Nov 2025 — Present · Cupertino, CA, US

   Drive end-to-end program execution for iPhone hardware builds by partnering with Product Design and Engineering Program Management teams to manage BOMs, ECOs, and documentation- Oversee material readiness, procurement, and logistics with global vendors to ensure on-time delivery for engineering and prototype builds- Manage purchasing operations and budget tracking, including purchase requisitions, PO management, and invoice reconciliation for small parts and tooling- Coordinate cross-functional efforts across design, supply chain, and manufacturing to mitigate risks, maintain schedule alignment, and support dynamic build activities.

Education

• Dougherty Valley High School

  High School Diploma

  2016 — 2020

• California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo

  Bachelor of Engineering - BE, Manufacturing Engineering

• Duke University

  Master of Engineering - MEng, Engineering/Industrial Management

• Diablo Valley College

  Physics

  2019 — 2019