The role involves leading a product characterization team in Austin, focusing on providing data-backed insights for Apple's hardware design decisions. The team combines expertise in various fields including mechanical engineering and data analysis to influence products globally. The leader will manage lab operations, support product design teams, and foster a culture of creative problem-solving. This position requires strong technical leadership and relationship-building skills to facilitate collaboration across multidisciplinary teams.

• BS in Mechanical Engineering or a similar technical discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience as an individual contributor on an R&D or test/measurement-focused team.
• Experience in applying engineering first principles to evaluate the performance of designs.
• Demonstrated experience in the use or design of multiple measurement systems.
• Familiarity with sensor technologies, data acquisition systems, and fundamental analog/digital signal processing techniques.
• Strong technical communication skills with experience aligning cross-functional teams.
• Proficient in MATLAB, Python, LabVIEW, JMP, or similar data analysis tools.
• Experience using CAD and basic lab tools for designing and fabricating test fixtures.
• 3+ years of experience managing an R&D, test/measurement, or product design team.
• Understanding of computational mechanics in complex multi-physics behaviors.
• Proficiency in statistics for proper data interpretation.

• Guide a team of engineers in product characterization.
• Manage day-to-day operations of the characterization lab.
• Engage in longer-horizon planning for lab capabilities.
• Provide data and creative solutions to product design teams.
• Develop and implement custom mechanical characterizations for parts and prototypes.
• Oversee lab safety and equipment readiness in partnership with a lab manager.
• Help team members develop their careers and foster a culture of problem-solving.
• Build collaborative relationships with cross-functional stakeholders.

• 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.