Haptic Hardware Technology Development Engineer

Summary

Posted: Nov 8, 2024

Role Number:200578196

We are seeking a Multi-Disciplinary Engineer, such as Mechatronics, electromechanical, or physics, with a strong background in mechanical and electromagnetic design to develop future generations of haptic technology and actuators. Are you ready to help us deliver the next groundbreaking Apple products? The Haptic Engineering team is a highly multi-disciplinary team developing innovative haptic solutions that are central to Apple’s products, such as the iPhone, Apple Watch, and Apple Pencil! Our goal is to enable the world’s best user-experience and explore the possibilities using haptics. We work in a hands-on environment and value technical excellence and passion for innovation. New challenges arise every single day that require the sharp analytical skills of versatile and forward-thinking individuals.

Description

You will work on development of haptic actuator architecture including concept generation, detailed design, modeling, design for manufacturing, and engineering build and validation. You will be expected to: Generate concepts and solutions to multi-disciplinary haptic related challenges Perform mechanical, magnetic, and electro-mechanical modeling to evaluate and optimize concepts and designs Prototype, evaluate, and debug innovative ideas Design and define mechanical components and assembly schemes Define detailed specifications and engineering requirements 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 the design studio and system engineering groups to define and achieve experience 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

• Strong fundamental in mechanics
• Experience with magnetic or motor design
• Applied knowledge of electrical circuits, instrumentation, control, and basic programming
• Experience using FEA (Finite Element Analysis) to guide design process
• Experience with 3D CAD, 2D drafting, GD&T, and tolerance analysis
• Team oriented with excellent written and verbal communication and leadership skills
• BS and a minimum of 10 years relevant industry experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Actuator system design experience is a plus
• Hands-on detailed product design experience in consumer electronics products is a plus
• Experience with mass production and design for manufacturing is a 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 $175,800 and $312,200, 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.