Module System Engineer

Cupertino, California, United States Hardware

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Description

We're looking for a Module System Engineer to design and deploy the test instruments that validate our camera and battery modules, from prototype through high-volume manufacturing. You'll build test fixtures, automated test sequences, and data acquisition systems; commission them at our factories; and use them to drive root-cause analysis when modules fail. Your work will directly shape the quality and reliability of modules used in consumer electronics, including smartphones, tablets, laptops, and wearable devices.This is a generalist role. Prior camera or battery experience is a plus but not required — you'll build module domain knowledge on the job. What we need is strong fundamentals in test system design, electrical measurement, and problem-solving in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop test instruments for camera and battery module validation, including electrical test fixtures, measurement systems, and automated data acquisition platforms
• Create test sequences, measurement algorithms, and software interfaces that deliver accurate, repeatable module characterization
• Define factory-level test strategies, including test specifications, acceptance criteria, and standardized procedures for global manufacturing sites
• Deploy, commission, and optimize test equipment at production facilities, including calibration, correlation studies, and gauge R&R validation
• Respond rapidly to line-down situations involving test equipment failures or measurement issues, through remote diagnostics and on-site support
• Lead Failure Analysis and Corrective Action (FACA) investigations by developing diagnostic tools and test methodologies to identify root causes of module failures
• Analyze test data trends and failure signatures to improve detection capability and prevent escapes through better test coverage
• Work with manufacturing engineering, quality, product validation, and suppliers to improve test coverage, increase yield, and reduce cycle time
• Partner with camera and battery module engineers, battery management system (BMS) teams, and software developers to translate module specifications into test requirements and validation strategies
• Participate in design reviews to ensure modules are testable and validation coverage is adequate throughout the product lifecycle
• Willingness to travel 10-20% for factory support, vendor engagement, and station deployment
• Availability to support line-down issues in production, which may require work outside standard hours or across time zones

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field with experience in electrical design
• Experience in test equipment hardware design or hardware validation engineering for PCBs, flex circuits, or System-in-Package (SiP)

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in a relevant engineering field with 3+ years of hands‑on experience in electrical design, development, and factory testing for consumer electronics
• Experience with camera and/or battery module testing
• Experience supporting factory builds, contributing to or leading FACA, and managing line-down issues in fast‑paced production environments
• Working knowledge of industry interfaces and test standards (e.g. MIPI, I2C, USB, SPMI, ACI)
• Familiarity with factory test equipment, end‑to‑end validation methods, and data interpretation for quality control
• Programming or scripting proficiency (e.g. Python, Lua, MATLAB, LabVIEW, C++) for test automation, data processing, or analysis
• Experience with statistical analysis methods (SPC, DOE, Six Sigma)
• Demonstrated ability to learn new technical domains quickly

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 $225,300, 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

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