Sensing Product Design Architecture Engineer

Socket.dev; California (MO); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Apple is seeking a senior engineer to join the Sensing Product Design Architecture team and shape the mechanical design and performance of sensing modules. You will lead architectural analysis and use FEA, closed-form solutions, and tolerance analysis to drive fundamental design decisions under diverse operating conditions.

You will work with a talented multifunctional team to generate concepts and quantify performance impacts with advanced models, helping define the foundational performance of

Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical Engineering or related field; 10+ years of relevant industry experience.
• Strong foundation in solid mechanics, materials science and heat transfer.
• Experience with data-driven design using statistical analysis and tolerance analysis.
• Experience designing for high-volume production; consumer electronics or sensing domain a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead architectural mechanical analysis and performance modeling of sensing modules.
• Utilize FEA, analytical solutions, and tolerance analysis to drive design decisions.
• Collaborate with a multifunctional team to generate concepts and quantify performance impacts.

Skills

Solid mechanics

Materials science

Heat transfer

Monte Carlo

DoE

Tolerance analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Data-driven design

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Siemens NX

SolidWorks

Creo

Python

Matlab

FEA software

Job description

In our fast-paced, device centric world, Apple is constantly innovating to meet the ever growing demand for cutting-edge features. We’re seeking a talented engineer to join our Sensing Product Design Architecture team and help us set the standard for excellence, creativity, and innovation. As a senior member of our Architecture team, you will be pivotal in shaping the fundamental mechanical design and performance of sensing modules. You will leverage advanced analytical and numerical methods to develop robust, data-driven design solutions for some of Apple's most challenging and cutting-edge features, ultimately defining the foundational performance of products used by millions worldwide.

Description

Lead the architectural mechanical analysis and performance modeling of advanced sensing modules, focusing on robustness across diverse operating conditions and manufacturing variations. This includes leveraging expertise in finite element analysis (FEA), closed-form analytical solutions, and comprehensive tolerance analysis to drive fundamental design decisions. You will work with a talented multifunctional team to generate design concepts and quantify performance impacts through complex analytical models for various sensing technologies within Apple’s portfolio of products.

Minimum Qualifications

• BS and a minimum of 10 years relevant industry experienceBS in Mechanical Engineering or a related fieldDeep understanding of advanced mechanical engineering principles (solid mechanics, materials science, heat transfer).
• Proven experience with data-driven design using statistical analysis (e.g., Monte Carlo, DoE) and tolerance analysis.
• Experience designing for a high-volume production environment; consumer electronics or sensing is a plus.

Preferred Qualifications

• Expert proficiency in 3D CAD software (e.g., Siemens NX, SolidWorks, Creo) for the creation, modification, and preparation of mechanical designs specifically for advanced analytical modeling and simulation workflows.
• Demonstrated mastery in advanced computational mechanics, including Finite Element Analysis (FEA), to model and predict complex multi-physics behaviors (e.g., structural, thermal, vibrational, fatigue) critical to the performance and reliability of sensing modules.
• Expertise in analytical programming languages such as Python or Matlab for advanced data analysis, scientific computing, numerical simulations, and workflow automation.
• Experience developing and deploying scalable analytical tools or web applications to empower broader engineering teams is a significant advantage.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with a proven ability to distill complex technical findings for diverse audiences, drive cross-functional alignment, and positively contribute to the engineering community through technical leadership and mentorship.