Mechatronics Research Engineer - Special Projects (Robotics)
AppleMechatronics Research Engineer - Special Projects (Robotics)
AppleLocation
Santa Clara, CA
Type
Full-time
Posted
7/13/2026
Compensation
Not listed
Job description
We are looking for research scientists and engineers with expertise in mechatronics, controls, haptics, robotics, simulation, and machine learning to innovate in intelligent robotic systems. This hands-on role involves integrating software and hardware solutions to enhance perception, control, and intelligence. You will collaborate with top-tier researchers and engineers, contributing to technologies that enrich the Apple ecosystem. Our team values passion, modesty, and lean habits to foster innovation and productivity.
Requirements
- 3+ years of relevant experience developing electromechanical, robotic, tactile, or haptic systems.
- Experience with sensing, actuation, controls, or system integration in robotics.
- Experience designing and executing experimental validation activities.
- Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams.
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Robotics, Computer Science, or a related field.
- Advanced degree in Robotics, Mechatronics, Controls, or a related field.
- Experience with tactile sensing or haptics in robotic systems.
- Experience with tactile sensor design, characterization, or signal processing.
- Experience with a wide range of actuation technologies.
- Experience bringing complex hardware-software systems from prototype to production.
Responsibilities
- Drive breakthrough innovations in intelligent robotic systems.
- Integrate software and hardware solutions to enhance system capabilities.
- Collaborate with researchers and engineers to develop new technologies.
- Conduct experimental validation activities to test system performance.
- Work within multidisciplinary teams to achieve project goals.
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.
H-1B filing history
Public USCIS petition and DOL LCA counts · latest USCIS FY2026, LCA FY2026
Filing entity: Apple Inc
As of Aug 23, 2026
Initial approvals
1,065
FY2026
Approval rate
99.0%
FY2026
LCA certified
9,221
FY2026
Entry-level share
5.6%
FY2026
Initial approvals YoY
+30%
Trend
LCA certified YoY
-35%
Trend
Initial approvals by fiscal year
Approval rate by fiscal year
Continuing vs initial approvals
LCA certified positions by quarter
LCA certified positions by fiscal year
Based on public USCIS and DOL filings; not a sponsorship guarantee.
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