Apple
Sensing HW & Data Collection Systems - Mechanical Engineer
$123K–$214K
San Diego, California · Full-time · Posted Oct 30, 2026
- Education
- Bachelor’s degree required; an MS in mechanical engineering with proven industry or internship experience is preferred.
About the job
Design and build mechanical systems that integrate sensing technologies for early-stage data collection, working with cross-functional engineering teams.
What you'll do
- Develop mechanical designs using 3D CAD and ensure robustness and manufacturability; create and evaluate proof-of-concepts with fabrication vendors.
- Plan and perform design validation, including thermal analysis and reliability testing; support assembly, integration, and failure analysis for engineering builds.
- Define design and validation requirements with cross-functional teams and own the mechanical build process for low-volume system manufacturing.
What they ask for
- Strong mechanical engineering skills, including analytical skills, material selection, and manufacturing processes.
- Proficiency in 3D CAD and creating 2D manufacturing drawings.
- Bachelor’s degree.
Nice to have
- Knowledge of manufacturing and quality processes, including IQC, IPQC, tolerance analysis, DFM/DFA, and GD&T; familiarity with Siemens NX and printed circuit boards.
- Experience with thermal management, optical, force, or touch sensing; hands-on integration of electronics, sensors, and cameras.
Pay
$122,700 and $214,300 (base salary range)
Tools
3D CAD, Siemens NX, flexible and rigid printed circuit boards, IQC, IPQC, DFM/DFA, GD&T
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