Senior Control Systems Engineer

Overview

USD 175,800.00 - 312,200.00 per year
Full Time

Skills

Research and Development
Optimization
Cross-functional Team
Innovation
Mechanical Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Firmware
Control Engineering
Debugging
Presentations
Failure Analysis
Problem Solving
Conflict Resolution
Python
C
C++
Version Control
Git
Modeling
Systems Modeling
Computer Hardware
MATLAB
Simulink
SIM
3D Computer Graphics
Prototyping
Algorithms
Payments

Job Details

One of Apple's R&D groups is currently seeking a senior control systems engineer. This engineer will develop custom control algorithms, optimization routines and drive implementation. This highly cross-functional team is working hands on to prototype and develop unique systems. We are looking for passionate and creative individuals to push the performance bounds of complex systems. Does working on new technology excite you? Innovation is in your hands! We are ready to help you help us grow.

Description In this role you will partner with mechanical, electrical, and firmware engineers to develop robust and highly customized control algorithms for unique applications. Responsibilities include: Control system design, analysis, and integration Iterate control system design against dynamic simulation running in SIL or HIL Maintain dynamic simulations to incorporate HW design updates Prototype, develop, bring-up, debug and characterize new control techniques on real hardware. Define factory test & calibration requirements Author engineering requirements and specifications based on analysis and validation Communicate progress cross-functionally (written, verbal, and presentation) Perform failure analysis and problem solving

Minimum Qualifications
  • MS or PhD in Engineering with a minimum of 5 years of industry experience
  • Experienced in state-space design, traditional controls methods (PID, observer/compensator) and modern control techniques such as MPC/LQR
  • Coding skills in python, Matlab/Simulink, and/or C/C++
  • Confident with source control (eg. Git) on multi developer projects

Preferred Qualifications
  • Skilled in the development, theory, design, modeling and implementation of control algorithms
  • Skilled in control systems ID, mechanism parameterization, friction modeling
  • Experience in dynamic simulation, complex system modeling, physical analysis, and model validation on real hardware
  • Experience with one more or more of the following simulation packages: Matlab Simulink / Simscape, MuJoCo, NVIDIA Isaac Sim, and/or Gazebo 3D simulator.
  • Hands on experience prototyping control algorithms and demonstrating capability at an executive level.

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 $175,800 and $312,200, 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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