FEA Engineer

Summary Posted: May 7, 2024 Role Number: 200378521 The PPO team is searching for a Senior FEA (Finite Element Analysis) Engineer to lead structural, thermal, and dynamic analysis of touch sensor, flat panel displays and their integration process. Our team supports an exceptional line of products. Key Qualifications Key Qualifications This FEA engineer will own and drive analysis of innovative designs, enabling early material, process and structural design optimization as well as root cause and failure analysis of difficult mechanical problems. Generate FEA/analytical models of mechanical parts, modules, and assemblies. Perform static, multifaceted, structural, and thermal-mechanical analysis. Own and manage material characterization and testing plan to support modeling efforts. Proven understanding of working with adhesive material, ACF material, flat panel display material is preferred. Own, drive, and implement consistent methods of modeling and analysis of modules across programs. Coordinate and work with other analysts to integrate module models into larger system assemblies. Communicate and report analysis results to team as well as cross-functional peers and management on a regular basis. Drive failure analysis, root cause efforts, and design of experiments to resolve difficult problems. Brainstorm and propose solutions to problems based on analysis data. Generate applicable engineering specifications and build applicable processes to assure consistent early analysis and design validation of critical issues. Description Description The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of experience in sophisticated FEA analysis in mass volume consumer electronic products and/or modules. Direct experience with flat panel display, touch sensor, lamination process is preferred. - High proficiency in Abaqus (Implicit & Explicit) or ANSYS required - Structural and thermal focus; non-linear FEA experience is highly desirable. - Applied knowledge/experience with flex circuits, ACF bonding, adhesives, flat panel display, material science and basic chemistry. - Applied knowledge/experience with structural optimization based on FEA automation and/or machine learning is highly desired - Excellent written and verbal communication skills and people skills; ability to interact with management, team members and external vendors - The candidate must be able to communicate well with cross-functional team members, be able to efficiently collaborate with team members to achieve project goals, and contribute positively to the engineering community. - Must be able to multi-task and set priority in fast-paced working environment Education & Experience Education & Experience MSME required; PhD preferred Mechanical Engineering, Material Science and Engineering, Mechanics of Materials 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 $170,700.00 and $300,200.00, 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.