Machine Learning FEA Engineer
Apple· Hardware
Hybrid (Cupertino, California, United States)$150.4k - $277.6kFull-timePosted 3d ago
About the role
Role within Apple’s Product Design FEA team developing and implementing machine learning methods based on predictive finite element simulations to enable rapid design iterations and optimize product designs across iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch, Vision Pro and other future products.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement ground-breaking machine learning methods based on predictive finite element simulations and important design load cases.
- Drive rapid design iterations by assessing potential risks and optimizing design trade-offs using ML models.
- Be fully integrated with the product design team from the earliest stages to engineer ground breaking products.
- Collaborate cross-functionally and communicate effectively to stakeholders.
Qualifications
- M.S. in Computer Science, Machine Learning, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline, with 3+ years of relevant experience
- Strong expertise in Machine Learning, Deep Learning, and Optimization
- Knowledge of Finite Element Analysis and/or other numerical methods in computational physics and mechanics
- Proficiency in Python and relevant packages for ML
- Strong expertise in GNNs, CNNs, and transformer-based architectures
- Ph.D. in Computer Science, Machine Learning, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline (preferred)
- Publications in top journals or conferences (preferred)
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Skills
Required:Machine LearningFinite Element AnalysisPython with ML packagesGNNs, CNNs, transformersCommunication
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical and dental coverage
- Retirement benefits
- Discounted products and free services
- Educational reimbursement for advancing your career (tuition)
- Potential discretionary bonuses or commissions and relocation assistance
- Apple discretionary employee stock programs including RSUs and Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Last updated Oct 23, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.
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