Force and Opaque Touch Hardware - Sensor Design & Integration Engineer
Core
Lead development of force and touch sensing solutions from proof-of-concept through end-product launch for Apple devices.
Role type
Senior IC hardware sensor design and integration engineer
Builds
Force and touch sensor modules and integrated sensing systems
Domain
Consumer electronics / Hardware sensing
Required skills
PCB analog and mixed-signal circuit design, embedded systems, module-level design, electrical fundamentals (R,L,C, Opamp), signal processing, Newtonian physics, electromagnetism, failure mode analysis, root-cause diagnosis, test and characterization, calibration definition, cross-functional collaboration, supplier management, executive communication, international travel
Preferred skills
Flexible circuit design, simulation tools (COMSOL/SPICE), scripting (Python/MATLAB), statistical analysis (JMP), AI-assisted programming and simulation, automation for test and characterization, high-volume production environment experience
Technologies
COMSOL, SPICE, Python, MATLAB, JMP
Responsibilities
Design schematics and layout constraints for PCBs/FPCs; develop test and characterization software; analyze engineering build data and assess process capability; characterize and verify sensing solutions; author hardware specifications and engineering documentation; mentor junior design engineers; drive system-level module design and integration; manage external partners and suppliers; perform failure analysis and root-cause diagnosis; collaborate with architects, test engineers, and product design teams.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC