Hardware Systems Integration Engineer - Apple Watch

$121,900 - $214,500/Yr

Apple - Cupertino, CA

Full-time - Mid Level

Cupertino, CA

Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing

About the position

The System Hardware Integration Electrical Engineer position at Apple focuses on the design, build, and validation of hardware for the Apple Watch. This role involves significant cross-functional collaboration with various engineering teams to turn architectural concepts into reality, ensuring the integration of complex systems in one of Apple's most personal devices. The position requires a blend of technical expertise in electrical engineering and hands-on experience in product development, with a strong emphasis on problem-solving and innovation.

Responsibilities

• Design and validate PCB and FPC for system integration.
• Conduct bench validation, electrical function verification, and signal characterization.
• Perform hands-on debugging and failure analysis of manufacturing and component quality issues.
• Support factory builds from early NPI through product ramp.
• Engage in early architecture handoff and technology concept investigations.

Requirements

• B.S. degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering with 2-5 years of relevant industry hardware experience.
• Excellent understanding of system integration product design and embedded communication protocols (USB, SPI, I2C, UART, JTAG/SWD).
• Experience with schematic capture and PCB layout using Cadence tools or similar.
• Strong working knowledge of prototyping, hardware bring-up, and bench debug.
• Hands-on experience with standard EE lab equipment (DMM, Oscilloscope, Power Supply, etc.).
• Excellent communication skills to convey technical information clearly.

Nice-to-haves

• 5+ years experience in high volume consumer electronics hardware development.
• Experience with sensitive sensor design and integration, including RF/wireless issues.
• Creative problem-solving skills and innovative solution development.
• Eagerness to learn new skills and take on challenges.
• Strong sense of personal ownership and ability to handle tasks independently.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical and dental coverage.
• Retirement benefits.
• Discounted products and free services.
• Tuition reimbursement for formal education.
• Discretionary bonuses or commission payments.
• Relocation assistance.