Power Technology Development Engineer

Apple Inc.; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 278,000; Full time

Job summary

Apple Inc. is seeking a senior Power Electronics Engineer to join the advanced power technology team in California. You will help develop innovative power architectures for next-generation products and work on efficiency, density, and reliability improvements.

The role emphasizes deep technical analysis, simulations, prototyping, testing, and technology transfer to product teams. A strong background in power electronics and embedded firmware is required.

Qualifications

• BSEE in power electronics with 10+ years experience.
• Experience with high frequency power conversion topologies in consumer electronics, computing, telecom, industrial/medical applications.
• Expertise in control loop design, Spice simulations and mathematical modeling.
• Experience in digital power control and embedded firmware development for power conversion.
• Understanding of safety, reliability and manufacturability aspects.
• Familiarity with novel concepts and research & development.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize power architectures focusing on efficiency, density, reliability and overall figure of merit.
• Perform deep technical analysis, simulations, technology benchmarking, prototyping and testing of proposed concepts.
• Support technology transfer to the product team and collaborate with cross-functional groups.

Skills

Power electronics

Control loop design

Spice simulations

Embedded firmware

Safety and reliability

R&D

Education

BSEE in power electronics

MSEE or PhD

Job description

The people here at Apple don't just create products - they create the kind of wonder that's revolutionized entire industries. The diversity of those people and their ideas inspires the innovation that runs through everything we do, from amazing technology to industry-leading environmental efforts. Join Apple, and help us leave the world better than we found it. Are you up for the challenge?This is an excellent opportunity to work on the leading-edge technology with the outstanding company consistently bringing innovations to the world. In this position, you will be part of the advanced power technology team developing innovative power architectures for Apple’s next generation products.Our team is collaborative, creative and passionate about what we do and the value we add in future product designs.Come join us!

Description

You will be part of a core team that innovates, investigates and introduces leading edge power architectures focused on efficiency-density-reliability and overall figure of merit. The scope of work supports creativity and includes deep technical analysis, simulations, technology benchmarking, prototyping and testing of proposed concepts. In addition, supporting the technology transfer to the product team is also involved. This is a highly technical, individual-contributor role for an engineer who is self-driven, resilient and passionate about R&D work that may stretch over years.

Minimum Qualifications

• BSEE in power electronics with 10+ years experience
• Hands on experience of working on various high frequency power conversion topologies used in consumer electronics, computing, Telecom, Industrial/Medical applications such as, off-line switched mode power supplies and on-board DC/DC Converters.
• High level of expertise in control loop design, Spice simulations and mathematical modeling
• Hands on experience in digital control and embedded firmware development for power conversion
• Good understanding of safety, reliability and manufacturability aspects
• Familiarity with working on novel concepts with passion for research & development

Preferred Qualifications

• MSEE or PhD with 5+ years of experience in Power R&D
• Exposure to adjacent power electronics fields such as Automotive, Solar Inverters, Motor drives
• Established track record of innovations in enabling technical solutions
• Prior experience with a Power Supply Company is a plus
• Analytical capabilities to understand and solve architectural issues
• Ability to communicate and collaborate with cross-functional teams

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 $150,400 and $277,600, 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.

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