SummaryPosted: Oct 29, 2024Weekly Hours: 40 Role Number:200576190The Apple Thermal team is seeking a world-class Thermal Engineer to play a key role in the Definition and Design of Apple products. The primary responsibility of this role will be to ensure that, from initial concept to design fruition, all thermal objectives are met or surpassed in order to optimize the user experience of Apple customers. DescriptionDescriptionThe ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of the fundamental physics associated with heat and fluid flow and the ability to apply this understanding to complex design problems. A high-level of modeling expertise is required, as is the ability to effectively convey key conclusions through illustrative post processing. The ability to clearly communicate technically complex material within cross-functional design teams is a must, as is the ability to thrive in a fast paced work environment. Minimum QualificationsMinimum QualificationsBS in Mechanical Engineering with emphasis on Heat Transfer or Fluid Mechanics5+ years deep technical and functional expertise in: conduction, convection (passive and active), and radiationNumerical modeling techniques and concepts (convergence, discretization, and meshing)Strong communication skillsKey QualificationsKey QualificationsPreferred QualificationsPreferred QualificationsM.S. or Ph.D. (preferred) in Mechanical Engineering with emphasis on Heat Transfer or Fluid MechanicsA thorough understanding of: Heat sinks, Heat pipes and vapor chambers, fans, blowers, and nontraditional air movers, aero-acousticsCAD and CFD tools (NX, Ansys, StarCCM)Optimization techniquesScripting languages (perl, tcl, etc.)MATLAB, C++, R, JMP or equivalent toolkit for data analysisFlow and thermal measurement techniquesManufacturing processes (for heatsink for example)The ability to think creatively and devise novel solutions to complex, multi-discipline design problemsPersistent attention to detailThe ability to work effectively in a collaborative environmentEducation & ExperienceEducation & ExperienceAdditional RequirementsAdditional RequirementsPay & BenefitsPay & BenefitsAt 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 $143,100 and $264,200, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

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