Hardware Systems Engineer

Apple

3.7

(120)

Austin, TX

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    Position summary

    chanical engineering, software, silicon engineering and other module teams to deliver products that enrich the lives of millions worldwide.

    Description

    Responsibilities of the Hardware Systems Engineer shall include the following: Component data-sheet analysis and selection for schematic capture Coordinate layout of highly constrained multilayer PCBs including HDI and fine pitch BGAs Forecast and plan design time to meet constrained schedules Drive design tradeoffs across manufacturing, test, thermal, performance, reliability, and electrical stakeholders Prototype bring-up, debug, functional verification, and electrical characterization Use advanced lab tools such as 25 GHz oscilloscopes, network analyzers, and BERT scopes to judge the quality and robustness of electrical designs Analyze factory-scale data to adjust signal parameters for maximum margin Debug problems found in manufacturing, feedback root cause and corrective action into design or manufacturing process in preparation for high volume Communicate and present status on concurrent top issues and deadlines Lead, teach, and mentor more junior engineers Candidates should be able to take complete ownership of assigned sub-systems

    Minimum Qualifications

    • Bachelors or Masters degree in Electrical / Computer Engineering or equivalent

    • Experience with schematic, PCB physical design using Cadence Concept and Allegro or similar CAD tools

    • Lab skills: oscilloscopes, logic and protocol analyzers, electronic loads, etc

    • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

    Preferred Qualifications

    • Minimum 5 years relevant industry experience. High-volume consumer electronics system experience preferred.

    • Experience leading technically complex projects that are dynamic and business critical

    • Design experience in digital logic, simulation, power conversion and delivery

    • Familiarity with RF/wireless concepts

    • Experience with high-speed serial and memory interfaces including signal integrity design and measurement fundamentals, Command line interface and scripting skills

    • Specific expertise in several of the following areas is a plus: CPU or GPU microarchitecture, batteries, power management, analog design, audio, wireless, DisplayPort, PCIe, Thunderbolt, USB, SPI, I2C, UART, analog sensors, interconnect

    • Knowledge of clocking technology: crystals, oscillators, and simple PLLs. Knowledge of discrete passive components (resistors, capacitors, inductors) and their characteristics and specifications.

    • Ability to debug problems from the system-level down to the component level. Statistical data analysis and visualization (ex. JMP) is a plus

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    • Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant.

    Why you should apply for a job to Apple:

  • 66% say women are treated fairly and equally to men
  • 66% say the CEO supports gender diversity
  • Ratings are based on anonymous reviews by Fairygodboss members.
  • Company commitment that women earn the same as men performing similar work includes no salary history disclosure policy.
  • Apple University creates classes, seminars, and tools to help employees understand Apple’s culture, organization, and values.
  • Whether you donate time or money, Apple will match charitable contributions up to $10,000 a year.