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Power Technology Development Engineer

San Jose, CA • On-site

Apple
Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing • 10K+ employees

$150K - $277K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Retirement

Re-posted 21 days ago


Apple rating

8.1

Company rating: 8.1 out of 10

Based on 684 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

The people here at Apple don't just create products - they create the kind of wonder that's revolutionized entire industries. The diversity of those people and their ideas inspires the innovation that runs through everything we do, from amazing technology to industry-leading environmental efforts. Join Apple, and help us leave the world better than we found it. Are you up for the challenge?
This is an excellent opportunity to work on the leading-edge technology with the outstanding company consistently bringing innovations to the world. In this position, you will be part of the advanced power technology team developing innovative power architectures for Apple’s next generation products.
Our team is collaborative, creative and passionate about what we do and the value we add in future product designs.
Come join us!
Description
You will be part of a core team that innovates, investigates and introduces leading edge power architectures focused on efficiency-density-reliability and overall figure of merit. The scope of work supports creativity and includes deep technical analysis, simulations, technology benchmarking, prototyping and testing of proposed concepts. In addition, supporting the technology transfer to the product team is also involved. This is a highly technical, individual-contributor role for an engineer who is self-driven, resilient and passionate about R&D work that may stretch over years.
Preferred Qualifications
MSEE or PhD with 5+ years of experience in Power R&D
Exposure to adjacent power electronics fields such as Automotive, Solar Inverters, Motor drives
Established track record of innovations in enabling technical solutions
Prior experience with a Power Supply Company is a plus
Analytical capabilities to understand and solve architectural issues
Ability to communicate and collaborate with cross-functional teams
Minimum Qualifications
BSEE in power electronics with 10+ years experience
Hands on experience of working on various high frequency power conversion topologies used in consumer electronics, computing, Telecom, Industrial/Medical applications such as, off-line switched mode power supplies and on-board DC/DC Converters.
High level of expertise in control loop design, Spice simulations and mathematical modeling
Hands on experience in digital control and embedded firmware development for power conversion
Good understanding of safety, reliability and manufacturability aspects
Familiarity with working on novel concepts with passion for research & development
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 $150,400 and $277,600, 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
Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.

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Imagine what you could do here! At Apple, new ideas have a way of becoming extraordinary products, services, and customer experiences very quickly. Bring passion and dedication to your job and there's no telling what you could accomplish. Dynamic, intelligent people and inspiring, innovative technologies are the norm here. The people who work here have reinvented entire industries with all Apple Hardware products. The same real passion for innovation that goes into our products also applies to our practices strengthening our dedication to leave the world better than we found it.

Industry

Computer and electronic product manufacturing

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Cupertino, CA, US

Year founded

1976