Product Design Engineer

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Description

APPLE INC has the following available in Cupertino, California and various unanticipated locations throughout the USA. Develop structural analysis methods for the complete validation of E-motor systems, using linear, non-linear, thermo-mechanical, linear dynamic and fatigue FEA methods. Optimize the system performance based on structural and NVH requirements. Define technical targets and requirements for product durability and strength, including developing load and use cases for analysis and physical test. Responsible for analysis of the complete E-motor systems and will need to integrate with the Product Development teams guide the design process using CAE data. Develop scripts using python to assist with complex pre and post processing of the analysis models and data. 40 hours/week. 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 $195,219 - $248,700/yr and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. PAY & BENEFITS: 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 Employment Opportunity Employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We also take affirmative action to offer employment and advancement opportunities to all applicants, including minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities.

• Bachelor's degree or foreign equivalent in Mechanical Engineering, Computational Engineering or related field and 10 years of progressive, post-baccalaureate experience in the job offered or related occupation.
• 10 years of experience with each of the following skills is required:
• Utilizing Abaqus FEA Solver for linear, non-linear analysis and thermo-mechanical analysis
• Utilizing Python and Abaqus scripting for data analysis
• Predicting and assessing fatigue and strength using Finite element methodology
• Utilizing E/N, E/N, Mean stress correction, plasticity correction and fatigue materials for fatigue simulation and analytics
• Utilizing structural optimization methodologies including, topology optimisation for achieving mass and stiffness targets and shape optimisation for achieving stress and fatigue safety factor targets.
• Performing non-linear analysis of gasket sealing joints, including the analysis of gasket elements, derivation of load/deflection data from measurements and predicting gasket seal performance and durability.
• Experience of linear, non-linear analysis and thermo-mechanical analysis defining the correct material models and methods to obtain a converged solution; experience in modeling with contact and structural interactions; and experience in linear dynamics including modal, forced response and vibration analysis methods.
• Experience with python scripting for pre and post processing of analysis data
• Finite element method for fatigue and strength experience: Experience in the correct use of the finite element method for fatigue and strength predictions; experience defining modeling requirements to accurately capture the stiffness and stress distribution in the model; and experience selecting the appropriate element formulations and material models.
• Experience of fatigue simulation methods including S/N, E/N, Mean stress correction, plasticity correction and fatigue materials; experience with at least one of the major fatigue softwares: nCode, Fe-Safe, or FEMFAT; and experience required in running fatigue duty cycles from Quasi-Static and from Modal Dynamic analyses.
• Experience in structural optimization methodologies for mass reduction whilst meeting stiffness, strength and NVH targets.

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