Apple Watch System Validation - Power Engineer

Apple • Cupertino, CA

122d • $147,400 - $272,100

About The Position

Apple is seeking an enthusiastic system power validation engineer for the Watch System EE team! You will work to analyze and validate power consumption of critical hardware features on the Apple Watch. The results will inform and guide key decisions in the electrical design of the product loved and used worldwide! The candidate must have experience working with many different cross-functional teams, be a team player, and have experience with working on system power validation and analysis for shipping hardware.

Requirements

• BS in EE or CE.
• 2-5 years prior experience shipping hardware on a system or module team with specific focus on system power consumption validation.
• Strong expertise in Python-based SW/script development for test automation frameworks.
• Strong familiarity with test and measurement procedures with lab bench equipment for power analysis (e.g., DMMs, power analyzers, current probes).
• Excellent documentation and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and demonstrated ability to innovate.

Nice To Haves

• MS or Ph.D in EE or CE.
• Deep knowledge of EE fundamentals (analog design, power regulator design and validation).
• Experience with modeling/simulation or MATLAB.
• Some experience with data analysis/visualization tools (Tableau, JMP, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Define test scripts and procedures for characterizing peak and average system and component power.
• Check for regressions between hardware engineering build revisions.
• Work closely with EE design and subsystem teams to align on key metrics.
• Quantify the impact of design decisions on power consumption and battery life.
• Analyze collected data and present it to wide forums.
• Keep all teams informed on the status and outcomes of testing in a timely manner.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical and dental coverage.
• Retirement benefits.
• Discounted products and free services.
• Reimbursement for certain educational expenses, including tuition.
• Eligibility for discretionary bonuses or commission payments.
• Relocation assistance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree