Hardware Design Engineer

Summary

Posted: Jan 17, 2025

Weekly Hours: 40

Role Number:200582925

Apple’s iPad Input Devices group is seeking a world-class senior electrical engineer to develop and ship the next generation of Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) hardware (Apple Pencil and Magic Keyboard). This is an electrical engineer position that entails working with, and leading cross-functional teams on the design, implementation, integration and qualification of Human Interface Devices. Come join us!

Description

The hardware engineer will be part of the team designing the iPad accessories. The engineer will be involved on those accessories from the architecture stage, to the design and validation phase, all the way until the products get released to customers, working on the following. Schematic capture and handling PCB layout design of the electrical system, including power management, micro-controller, wireless communication, sensor integration and component selection. Execution of the design in high-volume, including characterization and validation across all development builds. Authoring of detailed engineering requirements specifications. Working with and leading suppliers/manufacturing partners including overseas build support. Work with and present to cross-functional leaders for project reviews and discussions.

Minimum Qualifications

• Strong EE background in analog, digital, power and PCB design
• Hands-on experience in prototype bring-up and debugging, functional verification and manufacturing support
• Successful track record of working closely with Mechanical Engineering, Firmware, PCB design, and DFM
• Bachelors or higher degree, and 4+ years of experience in Electrical Engineering or similar field

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with sensors (e.g. touch, force, pressure), wireless communications (Bluetooth), low power design, inking technologies, and wireless charging
• Experience designing high volume, high quality consumer electronic products
• Experience leading a technical team
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills.

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 $143,100 and $264,200, 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.