Instrumentation System Design Engineer

","responsibilities":"You will be responsible for the design specification, bring up, validation and deployment of automated instrumentation to calibrate and test Apple's products through NPI and mass production.

Architect instrumentation systems (including HW specification) and maintain those systems through production

Work with our mechanical engineering team to specify and validate the required mechanical fixtures & automation systems

Develop, debug, and optimize automation software

Run simulations/ DOEs to make data driven decisions & presenting to management

Analyze large amounts of data generated from your instrument systems and embrace data-driven approaches to solving engineering challenges

Perform failure mode root cause analysis and resolution, debugging from the system level down to the component level

Collaborate with multi-functional teams like module design, system EE, product design, firmware, operations, and logistics teams.

Frequent interactions with contract manufacturers/vendors; developing SOPs, debug instructions, and documentation

Preferred Qualifications

Programming skills in one or more of the following: C/C++/Objective-C, along with scripting knowledge (Python, Lua)

Proven understanding of consumer electronics modules like transducers/ sensors (light/force/pressure/touch/motion)

Understanding of test principles, GRR, experience with test automation and optimization

Experience and strong background in control system and signal processing

Experience in high volume consumer electronics manufacturing

Experience with digital serial communication protocols (USB, UART, I2C, SPI)

Experience with data processing tools - plotting, processing and mining data

Experience or deep understanding to AI/ML modeling

Experience analyzing and processing large data sets

Strong analytical/problem solving skills and ability to handle many priorities across multiple rigors

Domestic and international travel may be required (up to 10%)

Minimum Qualifications

Masters/ Bachelors in Robotics/Mechatronics/Electrical/ Computer Engineering

5+ years of professional experience in design, development, debug, validation and working with electro-mechanical systems

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Pay & Benefits

At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $172,100 and $305,600, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple's discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple's Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You'll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses - including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation. Learn more about Apple Benefits.

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Client-provided location(s): Cupertino, CA

Job ID: apple-200628903-0836_rxr-661

Employment Type: OTHER

Posted: 2026-02-07T19:11:57