Job Details

Systems Quality Mechatronics Engineer

Cupertino, California, United States

Hardware

Summary

Posted: Jun 05, 2025

Weekly Hours: 40

Role Number: 200606881

Are you looking for a great opportunity to solve complex engineering challenges with real-world impact? We are the Product Systems Quality iPhone/iPad Hardware Automation team, who design, deploy, and run robotic testing solutions to drive system quality for new iPhone and iPad products.

In this role, you'll develop automated systems that integrate mechanical, electrical, and software components to directly impact the performance and quality of devices used by millions of customers worldwide. The work demands creative problem-solving at the intersection of robotics and consumer electronics testing.

We're seeking a motivated engineer with strong mechatronics/robotics, programming, and problem-solving skills. You'll work with our diverse and multi-disciplinary group of engineers across different organizations at Apple to develop sophisticated automated test fixtures and robotics solutions that ensure our world-changing products meet the exceptional quality standards our customers expect.

Come join our team!

Description

As part of a diverse team, you will design, build, and scale robotic automation solutions to test Apple products, ensuring their outstanding quality before they reach customers!

Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and run robotic system testing solutions as the owner of one or more technology areas

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver the most effective and impactful ways to test and solve short and long-term problems

• Analyze data and results, and report the impact of all system issues found, advocating for the customer and contributing to the highest quality at all levels of the product

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's in Computer Science, Robotics, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field

• 2+ years of creating and using robotics and/or mechatronic systems (e.g. microcontrollers, sensors, actuators) to build automated solutions

• Demonstrated experience in CAD/mechanical design/design for manufacture

• Proficient in Python

• Experience debugging and troubleshooting complex mechatronic and software systems

• Ability to work in teams and collaborate

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's in Computer Science, Robotics, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field

• Ability to analyze issues and develop effective solutions and scalable processes

• Meticulous attention to detail and skilled at balancing multiple projects in parallel without impacting the quality of deliverables

• Experience designing and working with electronic circuits, and troubleshooting electronic signals for mechatronic solutions

• Experience with computer vision (OpenCV) and/or AI/ML applications

• Experience with applied mathematics (e.g. linear algebra, transformation matrices, kinematics)

• Strong understanding of QA methodologies and practices

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 $143,100 and $264,200, 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. (https://www.apple.com/careers/us/benefits.html)

Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.

Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We seek to promote 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 (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf) .

Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We seek to promote 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 (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf) .

Apple will not discriminate or retaliate against applicants who inquire about, disclose, or discuss their compensation.

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