Haptics Product Design Engineer

Haptics Product Design EngineerCupertino,California,United StatesHardwareAdd a favoriteTo view your favorites, sign in with your Apple ID.Sign InDon’t have an Apple ID?

Create one now

Forgot your Apple ID or password?

Submit Resume Haptics Product Design EngineerBack to search resultsSummaryPosted:Mar 6, 2024Role Number: 200541126The 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?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

DescriptionYou 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 releasesEducation & ExperienceBS and a minimum of 10 years relevant industry experienceAdditional RequirementsPay & 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 $170,700.00 and $300,200.00, 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 (https://www.apple.com/careers/us/benefits.html) 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.

Apple FooterApple 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 (Opens in a new window) .Apple will not discriminate or retaliate against applicants who inquire about,disclose,or discuss their compensation or that of other applicants. United States Department of Labor. Learn more (Opens in a new window) .Apple will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable law. If you’re applying for a position in San Francisco,review the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance guidelines (opens in a new window) applicable in your area.Apple participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations as required by law. Learn more about the E-Verify program (Opens in a new window) .Apple is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with physical and mental disabilities. Apple is a drug-free workplace. Reasonable Accommodation and Drug Free Workplace policy Learn more (Opens in a new window) .