Touch Sensing FEA Engineer

Summary

Posted: Oct 18, 2024

Role Number:200574344

Imagine what you could do here. At Apple, outstanding ideas have a way of becoming phenomenal products, services, and customer experiences very quickly. Bring passion and dedication to your job and there's no telling what you could accomplish. We are seeking a finite element analyst to conduct structural, thermal, and dynamic analysis of sensing technology. Come join us!

Description

The FEA Engineer will own and drive analysis of innovative designs, enabling early optimization prior to prototyping as well as root cause and failure analysis of difficult mechanical problems. Generate finite element models/analytical models of mechanical parts, modules, and assemblies Perform static, dynamic, structural, and thermal-mechanical analysis Own and drive material characterization and testing to support modeling efforts Build innovative methods for analyzing behavior of difficult to observe and measure phenomenon Own, drive, and complete consistent methods of modeling and analysis of modules across programs Coordinate and work with other analysts to integrate module models into larger system assemblies Communicate and report analysis results to team as well as multi-functional peers and management Drive failure analysis, root cause efforts, and design of experiments Brainstorm and propose solutions to problems based on analysis data

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• BS and a minimum of 3 years relevant industry experience

• You will have experience in advanced finite element analysis (FEA), preferably in high volume consumer electronic products. Direct experience with sensor technologies is a plus.
• Proficient in Abaqus, ANSYS, COMSOL, or other FEA tool (Abaqus preferred)
• Structural and thermal-mechanical analysis focus; non-linear FEA/FEM experience desirable. Additional analysis may include, but not limited to, heat transfer, electromagnetics, electrostatics, CFD, acoustics, fatigue, fracture mechanics, and biomechanics
• Applied knowledge/experience with material testing and modeling involving complex nonlinear materials such as soft adhesives, elastomers, and polymers
• Proficient in Matlab and Python scripting
• Experience in data and statistical analysis (Monte Carlo, DOE, statistical process control) is a plus
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and people skills; ability to interact and collaborate with management, team members and external vendors to achieve project goals, and give positively to the engineering community

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.

• 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. Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant.