Touch Sensing HW - Electrical Engineer

Apple Inc.; Cupertino (CA); On-site; USD 184,700 - 324,800; Full time

Job summary

Apple Inc. is seeking electrical engineers for the Watch Touch team to design and launch next-generation touch sensing technologies. You will work on analog and mixed-signal designs, capacitive front-ends, and sensor integration, collaborating with cross-functional teams to improve product design and manufacturability.

The role requires a BS in Electrical Engineering and at least 10 years of industry experience, with possible MS/PhD preferred. On-site in Cupertino, travel up to 10%.

Qualifications

• Electrical engineering background in analog and mixed-signal system-level circuit design, sensor design, modeling, or analog circuit simulations experiences.
• Hands-on board-level circuit design and lab equipment experience (microscopes, detectors, light sources).
• Scripting experience for data analysis and automation.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop the touch sensing system.
• System-level prototyping, integration, characterization and end-to-end validation.
• Schematic design of boards and flexible assemblies.
• Conduct failure mode analysis and root-cause diagnosis; support cross-functional communication to enhance design and manufacturability.
• Business travel up to 10% as required.

Skills

Analog design

Board-level design

Capacitive front-ends

Touch sensors

Data analysis scripting

Education

BS in Electrical Engineering

MS or PhD in Electrical Engineering (preferred)

Tools

SPICE

COMSOL

Job description

Cupertino, California, United States Hardware

The Sensing Systems team integrates optical, capacitive, MEMS, and magnetic sensors across a variety of Apple products such as the Apple Watch, iPhone, iPad, and more. Bring devices to life and enable them to interact with users and the environment in ways never invented before. Join us in crafting solutions the world doesn't know of yet. The Watch Touch team is looking for electrical engineers with analog, board-level design experience and is a hard-working go-getter. Experience with capacitive front-ends, touch sensors, analog circuits, and basic electrostatics is strongly desired.

Description

You will design, develop, and launch next-generation touch sensing technologies. You will analyze data to draw conclusions, enhance product design and manufacturability, and drive failure analysis. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams - including Mechanical Engineers, Process Engineers, Reliability Engineers, Test Engineers, and Software Engineers - to deliver state-of-the-art sensing.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop the touch sensing system
• System-level prototyping, integration, characterization and end-to-end validation
• Schematic design of boards and flexible assemblies
• Conduct failure mode analysis, root-cause diagnosis, and system-level problem-solving; execute engineering builds and drive cross-functional communication to enhance product design and manufacturability
• Business travel up to 10% as required

Minimum Qualifications

• Electrical engineering background in analog and mixed-signal system-level circuit design, sensor design, modeling, or analog circuit simulations experiences
• Hands-on experience with board-level circuit design and lab equipment (microscopes, detector, light sources etc)
• Scripting experience for data analysis and automation
• BS and a minimum of 10 years relevant industry experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Touch Sensor and systems integration experience preferred
• Experience in COMSOL, SPICE, or similar simulation and modeling tools
• Experience supporting volume manufacturing, including test design, failure analysis, and statistical
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and solid collaboration and leadership skills
• Strong teamwork abilities and self-motivation to tackle technical challenges
• MS or PhD degree in Electrical Engineering

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 $184,700 and $324,800, 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 about Apple Benefits

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