Apple Watch System Validation - Power Engineer

Job Description

Apple is seeking a system power validation engineer for the Watch System EE team to analyze and validate power consumption of critical hardware features on the Apple Watch.

Requirements

• BS in EE or CE
• 2-5 years prior experience shipping hardware on a system or module team with specific focus on system power consumption validation
• Strong expertise in Python-based SW/script development for test automation frameworks
• Strong familiarity with test and measurement procedures with lab bench equipment for power analysis (e.g., DMMs, power analyzers, current probes)
• Excellent documentation and communication skills, ability to work independently, and demonstrated ability to innovate

Responsibilities

• Defining test scripts and procedures for characterizing peak & average system and component power
• Working closely with EE design and subsystem teams to align on key metrics and quantify the impact of design decisions
• Optimizing power consumption and battery life while learning about different hardware features of the Apple Watch
• Analyzing collected data and presenting it to wide forums
• Keeping all teams informed on testing status and outcomes in a timely manner

Benefits

• Employees at Apple are often offered comprehensive benefits that support physical and mental well-being—flexible medical plans, confidential counseling, onsite wellness centers at major campuses, and resources for fitness and daily life. Families typically receive fertility support, paid parental leave with gradual return, caregiving leave, and dependent-care guidance, while financial perks commonly include stock grants (with purchase discounts), 401(k) matching, and income-protection coverage. Employees also see robust time off, Apple University learning and tuition reimbursement, donation matching and paid volunteer hours, and deep product and partner discounts.