Haptic Actuator Design Engineer

Apple; United States; On-site; USD 129,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

Relocation assistance

Education reimbursement

Medical & dental coverage

Retirement benefits

Employee discounts

Job summary

Apple Inc. in the San Francisco Bay Area is seeking a Product Design / Mechanical Design Engineer to lead mechanical design and integration of next-generation haptic actuators. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative haptic experiences from concept to production.

The role requires a strong foundation in mechanics, CAD/FEA proficiency, and a passion for manufacturability and results. Occasional travel is expected (<10%).

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Experience with 3D CAD, 2D drafting, GD&T and tolerance analysis.
• Strong fundamentals in mechanics and problem-solving using science-based methods.
• Proficient with mechanical or electromagnetic FEA tools; knowledge of electrical circuits, materials and basic chemistry.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; team oriented.

Responsibilities

• Design mechanical components and assemblies for haptic actuators.
• Brainstorm concepts for haptic challenges; prototype and evaluate ideas.
• Generate detailed specs and drawings; conduct simulations and experiments.
• Collaborate with manufacturing and vendors on processes; support manufacturing feasibility.

Skills

3D CAD

2D drafting

GD&T

Tolerance analysis

Mechanics fundamentals

Problem-solving

FEA tools

Electrical circuits knowledge

Material science

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

JMP

MATLAB

Excel

FEA software

Job description

Apple Inc. in the San Francisco Bay Area is seeking a Product Design / Mechanical Design Engineer to lead mechanical design and integration of next-generation haptic actuators. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative haptic experiences from concept to production.

The role requires a strong foundation in mechanics, CAD/FEA proficiency, and a passion for manufacturability and results. Occasional travel is expected (<10%).