Module Design Engineer

Apple, Inc.; Cupertino (CA); On-site; USD 174,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee stock programs

Relocation assistance

Medical and dental coverage

Education reimbursement

Job summary

Apple Inc. in Cupertino, CA is seeking a lens design engineer to analyze optical designs and their influence on image quality in CMOS camera modules.

You will drive prototype design, coordinate with suppliers, and troubleshoot hardware issues through data-driven iterations. The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in optics or physics with 3 years of relevant experience, proficiency in Zemax/CodeV, and the ability to manage milestones in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or foreign equivalent in Optics, Physics or related field and 3 years of experience in the job offered or related occupation.
• Experience with optical design software and metrology.
• Experience working with suppliers on prototype designs and manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Analyze optical designs and their influence on image quality of CMOS camera modules.
• Perform lens design characterization and drive production readiness with metrology tooling.
• Collaborate with suppliers on prototype design and manufacturing.
• Troubleshoot hardware issues by data analysis and design iteration.
• Communicate design decisions to cross-functional teams and manage milestones.

Skills

Zemax/CodeV

Monte Carlo analysis

Optical design

Supplier collaboration

Hardware debugging

Education

Bachelor's degree in Optics/Physics or related field

Tools

Zemax

CodeV

Job description

Cupertino, California, United States Hardware

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Description

APPLE INC has the following available in Cupertino, California and various unanticipated locations throughout the USA. Work on new lens designs, characterization and integration into CMOS image sensor-based camera modules. Perform complete analysis of the optical element's influence on the image quality characteristics of the camera module. Work with suppliers on prototype design and manufacturing. Troubleshoot issues with suppliers by defining proper metrology, requesting and analyzing the necessary data, and making decisions on the solution. Communicate design decision to the cross-functional team. Drive your own schedule without a large overhead. Take design into production. Develop lens testers and metrology equipment. Successful and timely completion of key program milestones for lens maturity. 40 hours/week. 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 $174,149 - $225,300/yr and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.PAY & BENEFITS: 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: https://www.apple.com/careers/us/benefits.html.Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or foreign equivalent in Optics, Physics or related field and 3 years of experience in the job offered or related occupation.
• Experience and/or education must include:
• Utilizing Zemax or CodeV to analyze optical designs.
• Performing Monte Carlo analysis to assess lens design performance and sensitivity.
• Strong background and experience in optical sciences and engineering.
• Deriving optical specifications for lens component through optical analysis in design software
• Experience working with suppliers on prototype designs and manufacturing.
• Performing failure analysis and hardware debug to solve complex technical issues that arise during hardware development

Preferred Qualifications

• N/A

This position is not subject to the application limits.

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