Force and Opaque Touch Hardware - Sensor Design & Integration Engineer

Summary

Come join the Sensor Technology Team! We're a multi-disciplinary, problem-solving team developing state-of-the-art sensing solutions and technologies that are central to Apple's products, including the iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, AirPods, and more. As part of this team, you'll have an opportunity to participate in development from proof-of-concept all the way through end-product launch.

The key goal of the Sensor Technology Team is to enable the world's best user experience. New challenges arise every day that require the sharp analytical skills of talented and smart individuals. To be successful, you should be able to thrive in a dynamic, agile, multi-disciplinary, and hands-on environment that values engineering excellence, creativity, and innovation.

Description

Lead development of sensing solutions from conception through product release.
Propose, design, build, and measure prototype sensing solutions that demonstrate architecture feasibility.
Analyze design trade-offs and provide final design recommendations.
Design schematics and provide layout constraints for PCBs/FPCs.
Define calibration, test, and reliability requirements across the sensing-system supply chain.
Develop test and characterization software and scripts for verification.
Analyze engineering build data and assess process capability.
Perform failure mode analysis, root-cause diagnosis, and technical problem-solving.
Characterize, test, and verify sensing solutions.
Author clear and comprehensive hardware specifications and engineering build documentation.
Engage and collaborate with internal cross-functional teams to deliver state-of-the-art sensing solutions.
Manage external partners and suppliers, including providing engineering guidance on failure analysis and corrective actions.
Author executive communications pertaining to key development checkpoints.
Travel internationally to support product development.

Responsibilities

Work with architects to design a force or touch sensor and bring it to production
Collaborate with test engineers to design hardware and software for both online and offline test coverage
Utilize AI to write post-processing software to analyze the data and adjust the design based on the data.
Work with product design to generate a proof of concept, development board, and prototype.
Collaborate with a cross-functional team to address issues such as reliability of the design or coexistence of multiple technologies.
Drive all aspects of module design and integration at the system level with cross-functional partners.
Mentor junior design engineers during the execution of a program.

Minimum Qualifications

BS, and a minimum of 10 years of relevant industry experience
Strong understanding of electrical elements (R,L,C) fundamentals, Opamp circuits, and signal processing.
Strong understanding of Newtonian physics and Electromagnetism.
Strong background in PCB board-level analog and mixed-signal circuits and/or embedded systems; hands-on experience in module-level design.

Preferred Qualifications

MS and PhD, and a minimum of 5 years of relevant industry experience
Experience with flexible circuit design and layout.
Proficiency in simulation tools (such as COMSOL/SPICE), scripting languages (such as Python/MATLAB), and statistical analysis software (such as JMP).
Proficiency in leveraging AI-assisted tools to enhance programming, scripting, and simulation workflows.
Ability to independently drive technical issues to resolution, including coordinating efforts across teams.
Excellent critical analysis, statistical analysis, and logic/reasoning skills. Excellent written/verbal communication, teamwork, and leadership skills. Direct experience with sensor design and integration.
Cross-functional experience in a high-volume production environment. Background and experience with automation for test and characterization.

Pay & Benefits — San Francisco Bay Area, California, United States

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 $184,700 and $324,800, 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

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Application Deadline

Apple accepts applications to this posting on an ongoing basis.