Haptics Product Design Engineer

Summary

Posted: Nov 7, 2024

Role Number:200577722

The Haptic Engineering team develops innovative haptic solutions that are central to Apple’s products, including the iPhone and Apple Watch! Our key goal is to enable the world’s best user-experience and explore the possibilities using haptics. We are a highly multi-functional team working in a hands-on environment that values creativity, engineering excellence, and passion for innovation. New challenges arise every single day that require the sharp analytical skills of versatile and forward-thinking individuals. We are seeking a Product Design / Mechanical Design Engineer to lead the design, development, and validation of next-generation haptic actuators and experiences. Imagine what you could do at Apple! Are you ready to help us deliver the next groundbreaking Apple products?

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

Minimum Qualifications

• BS and a minimum of 10 years relevant industry experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with 3D CAD, 2D drafting, GD&T, and tolerance analysis
• Strong fundamentals in mechanics
• Skilled at problem-solving, using tools like the scientific method, root cause analysis, and DOE creation (Design of Experiments)
• Applied knowledge of electrical circuits, material science, and basic chemistry
• Team oriented with excellent written and verbal communication skills
• 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

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 $166,600 and $296,300, 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.
  
  Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.