Apple
DFM R&D Engineer — Advanced Simulation & Materials
$176K–$312K
Cupertino, California · Full-time · Posted May 5, 2026
- Experience
- 7+ years of experience in finite element modeling.
- Education
- MS or PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Applied Mechanics, Chemical Engineering, or related field.
About the job
Develop and validate physics-based finite element models and material characterization methods for semiconductor packaging and microelectronics, guiding design, reliability, and manufacturing decisions.
What you'll do
- Develop and execute finite element models for semiconductor packaging, PCB structures, and SMT assemblies; analyze thermo-mechanical behavior and failures.
- Characterize materials and build, calibrate, and validate material models using experimental data.
- Design and execute DOEs to correlate simulations with tests, support reliability projections, and communicate results to cross-functional teams.
What they ask for
- Strong foundation in solid mechanics and thermomechanics.
- Experience with CAE tools such as Ansys, Abaqus, or equivalent.
- Experience working with materials used in microelectronics applications.
- MS or PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Applied Mechanics, Chemical Engineering, or related field.
Nice to have
- Experience in warpage, fracture mechanics, fatigue, or drop/impact modeling.
- Familiarity with semiconductor packaging and SMT processes; experience correlating simulations with physical testing.
Pay
$175,500 to $311,700 USD base salary
Tools
Ansys, Abaqus
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