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Camera Mechanical Design Engineer

Apple

Location

Cupertino, CA

Type

Full-time

Posted

8/22/2026

Compensation

Not listed

Master's with 2+ Years of Experience
H-1B FY202699.0% approval+30% YoY
👑 Elite sponsor

Job description

The Hardware Engineer will be part of Apple's Camera Hardware Engineering group, focusing on the development of high-performance compact camera modules. This role involves collaborating with various teams to research, design, develop, test, and qualify camera hardware for Apple products. The engineer will take ownership of camera hardware projects and lead engagements with product and technology teams. The goal is to create innovative camera technology that enhances the photography experience for millions of customers.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Optical Science, Physics, or a related field.
  • Master's or PhD degree and 3+ years of relevant industry experience.
  • Experience with structural and thermal Finite Element Analysis (FEA).
  • Proficiency in NX software.
  • Experience with tolerance analysis of high complexity and precision mechanical designs, with an excellent understanding of GD&T.
  • Experience designing for plastic injection molding and metal stamping for mass production.
  • Experience with various materials, including research, selection, testing, and process ability.
  • PCB design experience.
  • Knowledge of magnetic simulation and voice coil motor (VCM) for cameras.

Responsibilities

  • Take ownership of the development of high-performance compact camera modules.
  • Lead camera hardware projects in collaboration with product and technology teams.
  • Research, design, develop, test, and qualify camera hardware for Apple products.
  • Design and develop innovative technology for camera systems, from sensor to lens.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance the camera experience.

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 Jul 17, 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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