Touch Validation Hardware Engineer

Summary Posted: Dec 7, 2023 Role Number: 200526789 The Touch Technology team develops innovative Touch solutions and technologies that are central to Apple’s products, including the iPhone, iPads, AppleWatch, and more. You will play a key role in developing Touch hardware performance measurement systems for validation, and ensuring that the team delivers the world’s best multi-touch user experience. Join us in developing solutions for next-gen Touch technologies! Key Qualifications Key Qualifications Experience with NX, SolidWorks or similar, and low-volume prototyping (laser cutter, 3D printer, drill press, hand tools) Track record of analog electronics design and validation Detailed familiarity with lab measurement techniques and test equipment including spectrum analyzers, including automation with scripting Experience with PCB schematic design and test board development Proficient in high-level programming languages for test automation. Experience with Python is a major advantage Excellent written and verbal communication skills and solid teamwork skills are essential Description Description You will specify, design and implement test setups and procedures to automate validation of capacitive touch sensing modules. This includes custom PCBs and mechanical fixtures, as well as robotic systems, for which you will be gathering requirements for external vendors. You’ll be capable of analyzing the requirements of an evolving product portfolio, working closely with a cross-functional team of engineering fields, while finding opportunities to define a common testing approach where possible. Develop testing infrastructure to validate touchscreen performance of new Apple devices, using standard lab test equipment and custom hardware as needed. Quantify test system capabilities. Author reports and communications pertaining to key results and checkpoints. Maintain user documentation and training content. Engage and collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Hardware development, Validation, Test, Firmware and Algorithms to deliver robust and efficient solutions. Up to 15% travel required. Education & Experience Education & Experience BS and a minimum of 10 years relevant industry experience Additional Requirements Additional Requirements Pay & Benefits Pay & Benefits 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 $170,700 and $300,200, 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. Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.