This role is a key position within Apple's CAD Group, focusing on the development and refinement of methodologies for electromigration, thermal analysis, and related areas. The team is dedicated to building innovative designs that contribute to Apple's groundbreaking hardware products. The successful candidate will leverage their extensive experience to define and drive comprehensive EM/SEB/thermal methodologies across advanced node designs. This position requires a blend of technical expertise and leadership to mentor junior engineers and engage with various teams and vendors.

• Minimum of BS degree with 10 years of relevant industry experience
• Experience with EM/SEB/FIT/SHE/Thermal methodologies and calculations
• Proficiency in at least one of Tcl, Python, and/or Perl scripting languages
• Hands-on knowledge of industry leading EMIR tools such as Voltus, Voltus-Fi, RedHawk-SC, and Totem
• Familiarity with advanced packaging technologies and their unique EM challenges
• Expertise in AI/ML-driven innovation for CAD workflows

• Define and architect comprehensive EM/SEB/thermal methodologies and drive deployment across multiple advanced node designs with minimal oversight
• Lead development of customized EM/SEB/thermal solutions which scale with accuracy and capacity challenges
• Own and drive the entire EM/SEB/thermal flow from concept through sign-off, including automation and quality metrics
• Serve as the technical authority and primary point of contact for various teams on EM/FIT requirements and trade-offs
• Independently develop, validate, and maintain EM/thermal rule decks and verification methodologies
• Drive technical engagement with EDA vendors and foundries for tool qualification and model development
• Establish and lead correlation studies between EM analysis tools and silicon failure analysis data
• Mentor entry level engineers on EM/SEB/thermal analysis techniques and best practices

• 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.