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Sensing FEA Engineer

Apple· Hardware
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Hybrid (San Francisco Bay Area)$129.3k - $225.3kFull-timePosted 1w ago

About the role

Finite element analyst to conduct structural, thermal, and dynamic analysis of sensing technologies. Build and validate FEA models, provide design inputs, and communicate results to cross-functional partners to enable robust sensor products.

Responsibilities

  • Generate finite element models/analytical models of sensor architecture
  • Perform static, dynamic and thermal-mechanical analysis with complex non-linearities
  • Use FE models to perform parametric & sensitivity analysis linking inputs to critical outputs
  • Perform model validation in the form of hand calculations, testing and material characterization
  • Drive failure analysis, root cause efforts, and design mitigations
  • Brainstorm and propose solutions to problems based on analysis data and provide clear design feedback to the design team based on analysis results
  • Summarize the analysis results into high-quality reports and effectively communicate the findings to cross-functional partners

Qualifications

  • Minimum requirement of a bachelors degree
  • Experience with Abaqus, ANSYS, COMSOL, or other FEA tools
  • Strong engineering fundamentals in solid mechanics
  • M.S. degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering, Biomechanical Engineering, Applied Mechanics, Structural Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field
  • In-depth knowledge of FEA and CFD theory, implementation and numerical methods
  • Experience solving non-linear solid mechanics problems (materials, contact, geometric)
  • Experience in simulation applied to high volume consumer electronic products and sensor technologies
  • Experience applying simulation to human anatomy and human-device interaction, including tissue mechanics, physiological responses and human variability, to drive product development and translate these factors into actionable product performance insights, requirements, and specifications.
  • Experience in additional analysis/simulation areas (biofluid, acoustics, fatigue, and optical biomechanics) and multi-physics simulations
  • Applied knowledge/experience with material testing & material model calibration
  • Modeling nonlinear materials such as soft adhesives, elastomers, and polymers
  • Proficient in Matlab, Python or other scripting language and experience with using AI tools
  • Knowledge of GD&T fundamentals
  • Experience in data and statistical analysis (Monte Carlo, DOE, statistical process control)
  • Team-oriented with excellent written and verbal communication skills

Skills

Required:FEA/SimulationAbaqus/ANSYS/COMSOLSolid mechanicsProgramming/scripting
Nice to have:CFDMaterials testing & calibrationNonlinear materials modelingGD&TData analysis

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical and dental coverage
  • retirement benefits
  • discounted products and free services
  • reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition
  • discretionary bonuses or commission payments possible
  • relocation assistance
  • employee stock purchase plan
  • stock programs (RSU eligibility)
Last updated Oct 16, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

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