About the role

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The Mechanical Simulation Engineer at Apple will perform advanced FEA and CFD simulations to support module design for manufacturing and process development in R&D. This role involves optimizing product designs, validating simulations with test data, and collaborating across teams to improve manufacturing efficiency and product quality. The engineer will also develop simulation methodologies and work with cross-functional teams to drive innovation in next-generation modules.

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Key Responsibilities

Conduct advanced FEA and adhesive flow simulations to optimize product designs
Predict performance and solve complex engineering challenges from concept through process development
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive innovation
Validate designs through simulation-testing correlation
Develop cutting-edge methodologies that impact product quality and manufacturing efficiency
Support Module Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and Process Development for R&D in next generation modules
Perform CFD simulations to support thermal and fluid analysis in module design
Use simulation tools to analyze mechanical behavior and adhesive flow in complex assemblies
Contribute to R&D setup by applying computational methods to real-world engineering problems
Help translate simulation insights into design improvements for manufacturability

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree with 10 years of experience, or master’s degree with 5 years of experience, or PhD with 3 years of simulation and modeling experience in an R&D setup
In-depth understanding of computational methods such as FEA and CFD
Proficiency in simulation tools including ANSYS (STRUCTURAL, APDL, FLUENT), ABAQUS, STAR CCM+, COMSOL or similar
Hands-on skill in 3D and 2D CAD design software such as NX, SolidWorks or ProE/Creo
Experience in programming languages such as Python, C++, Fortran or similar
Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and critical thinking skills
Strong analytical, coding, and simulation knowledge
Knowledge of AI/ML development for simulation is preferred
Strong communication and presentation skills to convey complex concepts to technical and non-technical audiences
Familiarity with Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA)
Experience with stack up tolerance analysis techniques