DFM R&D Engineer — Advanced Simulation & Materials
Apple • San Francisco, CA • Posted May 30, 2026
About the Role
**Weekly Hours:** 40
**Role Number:** 200629197-3401
**Summary**
At Apple, innovative ideas become extraordinary products through deep engineering rigor and strong cross-functional collaboration. The DFM R&D Lab plays a critical role in developing the materials, processes, and predictive modeling frameworks that enable advanced semiconductor packaging and microelectronics technologies to scale reliably to high-volume manufacturing.
We are seeking an R&D Engineer who is excited to solve complex mechanical challenges, connect simulation with real-world data, and influence product decisions through thoughtful, physics-based analysis.
**Description**
This position blends finite element simulation with hands-on materials characterization. You will work on semiconductor packages, PCB systems, and SMT assemblies — developing predictive models that inform design direction, reliability strategy, and manufacturing readiness.
You’ll partner closely with design, ...
**Role Number:** 200629197-3401
**Summary**
At Apple, innovative ideas become extraordinary products through deep engineering rigor and strong cross-functional collaboration. The DFM R&D Lab plays a critical role in developing the materials, processes, and predictive modeling frameworks that enable advanced semiconductor packaging and microelectronics technologies to scale reliably to high-volume manufacturing.
We are seeking an R&D Engineer who is excited to solve complex mechanical challenges, connect simulation with real-world data, and influence product decisions through thoughtful, physics-based analysis.
**Description**
This position blends finite element simulation with hands-on materials characterization. You will work on semiconductor packages, PCB systems, and SMT assemblies — developing predictive models that inform design direction, reliability strategy, and manufacturing readiness.
You’ll partner closely with design, ...