Sensing technology empowers Apple products with revolutionary features, including Touch ID, Face ID, and Camera Control Button. The Sensing Hardware Test team is responsible for the research, design, and development of various metrology solutions, encompassing technology characterization in laboratories and mass production manufacturing. This team is seeking an exceptional engineer with a profound understanding of the physics underlying sensing hardware and engineering principles. This candidate will have the opportunity to explore the most advanced sensing technology and deploy innovative test infrastructure for the mass production of the next Apple product. In this role, youll own the integrated architecture of precision test stations, spanning custom mechanical fixtures, motion control systems, sensor integration, electrical interfaces, and embedded automation. Youll collaborate closely with hardware, software, and operations teams to deliver robust, scalable, and intelligent test solutions that bridge electrical, mechanical, and software domains. This position offers a clear growth path toward test system architecture or cross-functional leadership, and your work will directly influence the quality and scalability of Apples most innovative sensing technologies through seamless mechatronic integration.Work with multi-functional teams to define the test methodology for various sensing hardware. Authoring sensor technology test engineering requirement documents. Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to develop test solutions that are electrically, mechanically, and software integrated. Debug issues across the hardware-software boundary and support on-site system bring-up at manufacturing sites. Work with both the internal team and the external vendors to optimize test system to meet Apples quality standard for high volume production. Deliver executive level summaries and presentations. Occasional domestic and international travel to both Apple and supplier's facilities.BS in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Physics or equivalent, and a minimum of 3 years relevant industry experience. Practical knowledge in electrical design & analysis, hands-on experience with common electronic instrumentations (e.g. SMU, DMM, Oscilloscope) Hands-on programming skills (e.g. C/C++, python) for embedded systems and mechatronics system integration Proven ability to work multi-functionally with electrical, software, and operations teams to deliver integrated test systems Excellent written and verbal communication skillsMS or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Physics or related fields with a minimum of 5 years of relevant industry experience preferred Familiarity with sensor technologies (e.g., Touch, Force, Actuation, Optics) and their testing challenges Genuine passion for diving deep into hardware-software integration issues and solving complex test problems Experience designing robust, scalable test solutions for high-throughput production environments Experience collaborating with external vendors to integrate test solutions Experience developing complex algorithms for signal processing or control
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