This role is for an emerging member of Apple's CAD Group, focusing on innovative designs in electrical engineering and computer science. The position involves learning and applying methodologies related to electromigration, thermal analysis, and signal integrity. You will work alongside experienced engineers to support the development and automation of CAD flows. This is an opportunity to contribute to the next generation of groundbreaking Apple products.

• BS or MS degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field
• Strong academic foundation in VLSI design, semiconductor physics, circuit theory, or computer engineering
• Basic understanding of electromigration mechanisms and chip reliability concepts
• Proficiency in at least one of Tcl, Python, or Perl scripting languages
• Prior internship, co-op, or academic research experience in VLSI design or CAD/EDA flow development

• Assist senior engineers in the development, testing, and deployment of EM/SEB/thermal analysis methodologies and flows
• Support the automation, maintenance, and regression testing of CAD flows from setup through sign-off
• Help run, validate, and debug simulation and verification runs on benchmark and production designs
• Assist in developing and maintaining verification scripts and rule checks for clock trees and critical signal nets
• Partner with senior team members to support cross-functional teams by triaging flow execution issues

• 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.