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Apple Haptics Product Design Engineer 
United States, California, Cupertino 
399450691

06.06.2024
Description
You will have end-to-end responsibility for the mechanical design and integration of a haptic actuator from concept to production. You will be expected to:• Brainstorm concepts and solutions to haptic related challenges 
• Prototype, evaluate, and debug innovative ideas 
• Design and define mechanical components and assembly schemes 
• Generate detailed specifications and drawings 
• Analyze static and dynamic structures to quantify fundamental device performance 
• Participate in the development of new manufacturing and assembly processes with external vendors (including 
periodic international travel) 
• Validate and characterize designs through multiple iterations 
• Conduct failure analysis and design of experiments (DOEs) to resolve root cause and implement corrective actions 
• Generate new intellectual property You will be working in a collaborative environment with multi-functional teams that specialize in diverse areas of expertise. Your responsibilities will also include: 
• Collaborating with Industrial Design and system engineering groups to determine and achieve both functional and aesthetic goals 
• Designing for manufacturability with Process, Manufacturing Design, Technical Operations, and other cross-functional teams 
• Communicating multi-functionally and throughout management structure on a regular basis (written, verbal, and presentation) 
• Managing and tracking multiple priorities within schedule requirements 
• Leading design reviews and design documentation releases
Key Qualifications
  • Experience with 3D CAD
  • Experience in 2D drafting, GD&T, and tolerance analysis
  • Strong engineering fundamentals (solid mechanics, kinematics, dynamics)
  • Master of problem-solving including the use of the scientific method, root cause analysis, and DOE creation
  • Applied knowledge of electrical circuits, material science, and basic chemistry
  • Excellent written and verbal communication and leadership skills
  • Team Oriented: be able to thrive in a collaborative multi-functional environments
  • Project experience in consumer electronics products design are a plus
  • Design and/or research experience with haptic technologies are a plus
  • Experience in the design and application of electromagnetic and piezoelectric actuators are a plus
  • Expert knowledge of electro-mechanics and dynamics are a plus
  • Proficiency with data analysis tools (JMP, MATLAB, Excel, etc) are a plus
  • High volume mass production experience (DFM) are also plus
Education & Experience
BS and a minimum of 10 years relevant industry experience
Pay & Benefits
  • 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 $170,700 and $300,200, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.
  • Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.