You will be responsible for the design specification, bring up, validation and deployment of automated instrumentation to calibrate and test Apple’s products through NPI and mass production.
Architect instrumentation systems (including HW specification) and maintain those systems through production
Work with our mechanical engineering team to specify and validate the required mechanical fixtures & automation systems
Develop, debug, and optimize automation software
Run simulations/ DOEs to make data driven decisions & presenting to management
Analyze large amounts of data generated from your instrument systems and embrace data-driven approaches to solving engineering challenges
Perform failure mode root cause analysis and resolution, debugging from the system level down to the component level
Collaborate with multi-functional teams like module design, system EE, product design, firmware, operations, and logistics teams.
Frequent interactions with contract manufacturers/vendors; developing SOPs, debug instructions, and documentation
Masters/ Bachelors in Robotics/Mechatronics/Electrical/ Computer Engineering
5+ years of professional experience in design, development, debug, validation and working with electro-mechanical systems
Programming skills in one or more of the following: C/C++/Objective-C, along with scripting knowledge (Python, Lua)
Proven understanding of consumer electronics modules like transducers/ sensors (light/force/pressure/touch/motion)
Understanding of test principles, GRR, experience with test automation and optimization
Experience and strong background in control system and signal processing
Experience in high volume consumer electronics manufacturing
Experience with digital serial communication protocols (USB, UART, I2C, SPI)
Experience with data processing tools - plotting, processing and mining data
Experience or deep understanding to AI/ML modeling
Experience analyzing and processing large data sets
Strong analytical/problem solving skills and ability to handle many priorities across multiple rigors
Domestic and international travel may be required (up to 10%)
Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.