The finite element analyst role at Apple focuses on conducting structural, thermal, and dynamic analysis of sensing technologies. This position requires a problem-solving, design-driven mindset to address engineering challenges and accelerate technology development. The analyst will work closely with product design partners to ensure that designs meet performance and reliability goals. This is a technically challenging opportunity that allows for significant influence on the sensing technology portfolio.

• Minimum requirement of a bachelor's degree.
• M.S. degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering, Biomechanical Engineering, Applied Mechanics, Structural Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience with Abaqus, ANSYS, COMSOL, or other FEA tools.
• Strong engineering fundamentals in solid mechanics.
• In-depth knowledge of FEA and CFD theory, implementation, and numerical methods.
• Experience solving non-linear solid mechanics problems.
• Experience in simulation applied to high volume consumer electronic products and sensor technologies.
• Experience applying simulation to human anatomy and human-device interaction.
• Experience in additional analysis/simulation areas such as biofluid, acoustics, fatigue, and optical biomechanics.
• Applied knowledge/experience with material testing and material model calibration.
• Modeling nonlinear materials such as soft adhesives, elastomers, and polymers.
• Proficient in Matlab, Python or other scripting languages.
• Knowledge of GD&T fundamentals.
• Experience in data and statistical analysis.

• Utilize expertise in Finite Element Analysis (FEA) to solve engineering problems.
• Perform simulations to assess performance, design sensitivity, and reliability.
• Build FEA models and perform model validation.
• Provide critical design inputs to ensure performance and reliability goals are met.
• Collaborate with product design partners to provide insights from simulations.
• Address engineering challenges with a problem-solving mindset.
• Influence design and create impact on the sensing technology portfolio.

• 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.