CAE Engineer

CAE Engineer San Jose, California, United States Hardware Summary Posted:

May 18, 2026

Weekly Hours:

40

Role Number:

200663413-3749 We are the Electromechanical Simulation Tools and Solution Team, and our primary objective is to develop and implement workflows and methodologies that ensure FEA simulations are conducted with speed, efficiency, and precision. Through a comprehensive approach, the team guarantees that the hardware engineering teams have access to the most accurate and reliable simulation tools and data, empowering them to achieve excellence in design and performance. Come join our team!

We are seeking a CAE Engineer to create innovative end-to-end modeling and simulation solutions with cross-functional team members for simulation users across hardware engineering teams. These solutions provide early feedback to Apple product design and enable simulation methodologies for current and future designs. You'll be responsible for validation, application support, and scale up of the simulation tools, solutions and workflows. Additionally, we are looking for experience of implementing AI/ML applications to support rapid design iterations using simulation. Description This position focuses on workflows and automations for electrical and mechanical simulation in order to inform design decisions of new technologies and designs. We are looking for someone who always strives to learn something new, is a self-starter and can work independently with high levels of success, is excited about solving new challenging problems with innovative solutions. Responsibilities Create simulation workflows to enable designers and simulation engineers to run simulations with speed, efficiency and precision. Partner with simulation tool vendors and internal development team to deploy and scale workflows on internal platforms. AI and ML techniques to simulation workflows in order to enable early design explorations Provide methods and tools to easily convert and analyze model data and results. Support internal simulation tools across projects in various application areas such as structural, electrical, thermal and electromagnetic simulations including developing training and documentation Work together with cross functional team members to understand tool or workflow gaps and develop solutions to address them Minimum Qualifications Master's degree in Engineering or relevant field of study. 5+ years of related work or relevant academic experience. Good understanding of simulation workflow CAD > Simulation > Analysis Experience with simulation tools such as Ansys, Abaqus, CST, Comsol etc Expertise in AI/ML methodologies for system level engineering simulations Preferred Qualifications PhD degree in Engineering or relevant field of study. Deep understanding of electrical, mechanical and multi-physics simulations. Knowledge of 3D modeling and finite element analysis (FEA) methods. Experience of finite element/multi-physics tools in domains such as signal and power integrity, desense, RF, electro-magnetics, structural mechanics etc. Experience in the use of AI/ML techniques (e.g. PINN) to improve and refine models. Familiarity with automation and workflow processes and scripting languages (e.g., Python, MATLAB). Excellent communication, presentation, and organizational skills 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 $146,300 and $291,400, 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.

Note:

Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program. Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We seek to promote equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. At Apple, we believe accessibility is a fundamental human right. You'll find that idea reflected in everything here — in our culture, our benefits and our digital tools. By welcoming as many perspectives as possible, we help you build a career where you feel like you belong. Apple accepts applications to this posting on an ongoing basis.