Safety System Product FEM Engineer

San Jose Seattle Until 9/21/2026 5+ years exp First posted July 23, 2026 Last posted July 23, 2026
Job description

Apple is where individual imaginations gather together, committing to the values that lead to great work. Every new product we build, service we create, or Apple Store experience we deliver is the result of us making each other’s ideas stronger. That happens because every one of us shares a belief that we can make something wonderful and share it with the world, changing lives for the better. It’s the diversity of our people and their thinking that inspires the innovation that runs through everything we do. When we bring everybody in, we can do the best work of our lives. Here, you’ll do more than join something — you’ll add something. Apple Vision Pro is a revolutionary spatial computer that seamlessly blends digital content with your physical space. It will allow us to do the things we love in ways never before possible — all while staying connected to the people around us.

Description

Perform Finite Element Analysis (FEA) simulation and failure analysis for next generation consumer electronic products within the Apple Vision Product Design team.
Deliver high quality Abaqus / LS-DYNA models for large-deformation, explicit simulations. including meshed assemblies, material selection, and CAD checks.
Work with vendors and cross functional teams within Apple to develop FEM methods, including automated meshing and material model development.
Assess product against internal specifications and external standards, speaking to accuracy and confidence of simulation results.
Offer insight into hypothesis-driven Design of Experiments to optimize product performance, including multi-variate optimization and tool strengths/ limitations.
Improve processes by reducing turn-time from FEM request to data delivery by creating automated meshing scripts and SOPs.
Expand current scope of FEM support, by building methods to assess comfort performance of wearable devices.

Minimum Qualifications

MS in Mechanical Engineering
5+ years of experience with Finite Element Modeling
3+ years with Explicit solvers such as Abaqus or LS-DYNA
3+ years of experience with biomechanics or impact mechanics. Key experience includes prosthetics, helmets, crash, automotive safety, orthopedic implants or similar
You operate by first principles and are motivated by improving human outcomes
Creative problem solver with experience in failure analysis, root cause investigation, and DOE creation
Experience with structural optimization
Deep knowledge of engineering materials and manufacturing processes
Excellent communication, teamwork, cross-functional engagement, and strong presentation skills
Self-motivated and detail-oriented with demonstrated creative and critical thinking capabilities
Experience with human physiology and response to impact stimuli

Preferred Qualifications

PhD/MS in Mechanical Engineering
Strong proficiency in Abaqus
Development of non-linear material models for FEM
Proficient in CAD [NX Preferred]
Experience designing a wearable device from concept to ship

About this role

Summary

Perform FEA simulations and failure analysis for Apple Vision products.

Job title

Safety System Product FEM Engineer

Experience level

5+ years

Minimum experience

5+ years exp

Industry

technology

Location requirements

San Jose or Seattle; remote work not specified

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

abaqusls-dynafinite element modelingimpact mechanicsfailure analysis

Preferred skills

non-linear material modelscad nxwearable device design

Specializations

finite element analysisimpact mechanicsbiomechanicsmaterial modelingstructural optimization
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

San Jose, CA, USA

On-site City

Seattle, WA, USA

On-site City