Modeling and Simulation Engineer
Description For Modeling and Simulation Engineer
Join Apple's Display Technologies group as a Modeling and Simulation Engineer, where you'll be at the forefront of developing innovative displays for iconic products like Apple Watch, iPhone, iPad, and Mac. As part of the PPOM FEA team, you'll lead crucial structural, thermal, and dynamic analysis of touch sensors and flat panel displays.
Your role will involve generating and implementing FEA/analytical models for mechanical components, driving material characterization, and optimizing designs from concept to mass production. You'll work with cutting-edge technology, performing complex simulations using advanced tools like Abaqus and ANSYS to solve challenging engineering problems.
The position offers an exciting opportunity to collaborate with cross-functional teams across Apple, contributing to products used by millions of customers worldwide. You'll be responsible for driving failure analysis, proposing innovative solutions, and developing engineering specifications that ensure consistent design validation.
The ideal candidate should possess strong fundamentals in mechanics of materials, experience with FEA software, and excellent communication skills. You'll work in a fast-paced, multi-functional environment where adaptation and collaboration are key. The role offers competitive compensation, including base pay ranging from $143,100 to $214,500, plus additional benefits such as stock options, comprehensive healthcare, and educational reimbursement.
This is an exceptional opportunity to join Apple's world-class engineering team, where you'll help create the next generation of display technologies that define the user experience of Apple products. Your work will directly impact how millions of users interact with their devices through touch and sight, making each interaction a magical experience.
Responsibilities For Modeling and Simulation Engineer
- Generate FEA/analytical models of mechanical parts, modules, and assemblies
- Own and drive material characterization and testing plan
- Implement consistent methods of modeling and analysis across programs
- Coordinate with other analysts to integrate module models
- Communicate and report analysis results to team and management
- Drive failure analysis and root cause efforts
- Generate engineering specifications and build processes
- Perform structural, thermal and dynamic analysis of touch sensor and flat panel display
Requirements For Modeling and Simulation Engineer
- MS or PhD in mechanical engineering, material science, mechanics of materials
- Solid fundamentals in mechanics of materials
- Proficient in FEA software Abaqus (Implicit & Explicit) or ANSYS
- Experience in static, dynamic, and thermal-mechanical simulations
- Knowledge and practical experience in material constitutive models
- Clear and effective written and verbal communication skills
- Collaborative mind-set
- Ability to adapt to multi-functional environment
Benefits For Modeling and Simulation Engineer
- Comprehensive medical and dental coverage
- Retirement benefits
- Employee stock programs
- Educational reimbursement
- Discretionary restricted stock unit awards
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Discretionary bonuses
- Relocation benefits
- Product discounts
- Free services
