Camera Mechanical Design Engineer

Summary Posted: Mar 21, 2024 Role Number: 200543826 Do you love taking on big challenges that require exceptionally creative solutions? Do you deeply understand how an incredible camera experience should work? As part of our Camera Technologies group, you’ll help design the innovative technology that allows each generation of Apple products to produce photos even more incredible than the last. You’ll design and develop groundbreaking ideas for everything involved in our camera systems, from sensor to lens. You’ll collaborate with teams across Apple to research, design, develop, test, and qualify camera hardware for Apple products. Together, we’ll craft a magical photography experience that redefines what millions of customers can expect from their cameras. Imagine what you could do here! At Apple, great ideas have a way of becoming great products, services, and customer experiences very quickly. Bring passion and dedication to your job and there's no telling what you could accomplish! The Camera Hardware Engineering group is responsible for all research, design, development, test, and qualification of camera hardware for Apple products. This team is seeking a mechanical engineer to design camera hardware modules and component parts and work on the design of Optical Image Stabilization (OIS), advanced mechanisms and actuator technologies. Key Qualifications Key Qualifications The ideal candidate will have at least 2+ years of relevant experience with expertise in the design of piece parts and modules for high-volume products. Proven record of project ownership and working in a fast-paced environment. Experience with electro-mechanical design for camera and/or optical modules is a definite plus. CAD drafting and design. Experience with NX a plus. Basic Structural FEA. Hands-on / Machine Shop experience. Basic understanding of dynamics and controls. Tolerance analysis of high complexity and precision mechanical designs. Expert understanding of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing. Excellent documentation skills, including manufacturing and inspection drawings. Experience with miniature actuators such as MEMS, VCMs, and Piezo. Ability to design parts for injection molding. Experience with testing, reliability and qualification of systems. Description Description - Design of camera module structures and packaging in CAD. - Design of injection molded, sheet metal, and other component parts. - Authoring of detailed 2D manufacturing and inspection drawings. - Rigorous tolerance analysis of module designs and component parts. - Collaborate with component part and camera manufacturing partners on design manufacturability and resolution of mechanical issues. - Author clear documentation on mechanical inspection and test requirements. - Direct Finite Element Analysis (FEA) engineers on evaluation of camera designs. Education & Experience Education & Experience BS and a minimum of 3 years relevant industry experience. Additional Requirements Additional Requirements Occasional travel to manufacturing partners is required. 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 $138,900.00 and $256,500.00, 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. Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.