R&D Engineer II (Simulation Data Processing)

 Requisition #: 14638 

 

Our Mission: Powering Innovation That Drives Human Advancement  

 

When visionary companies need to know how their world-changing ideas will perform, they close the gap between design and reality with Ansys simulation. For more than 50 years, Ansys software has enabled innovators across industries to push boundaries by using the predictive power of simulation. From sustainable transportation to advanced semiconductors, from satellite systems to life-saving medical devices, the next great leaps in human advancement will be powered by Ansys. 

 

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SUMMARY

The R&D Engineer II contributes to the development of Mechanical APDL software. In this role, the R&D Engineer is responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining functionality related to solver database and inputs, preprocessing and post processing in an agile environment. Experience in computer science and/or computer engineering is required. 

 

ANSYS Mechanical APDL is one of the most prominent FEA software programs in engineering today.  This is a great opportunity to join the global leader in engineering simulation. 

 

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Participates in planning, architecture, and researching and enhancing solver database and inputs, the preprocessing and postprocessing of Mechanical APDL products  

• Performs complex development activities that may require extensive analysis in areas including user experience and software with latest tools and the related products. 

• Employs best practices and helps to maintain them through technical reviews and mentoring. 

• Performs complex bug verification, release testing and beta support for assigned products. Research problems discovered by QA or product support and develop solutions. 

• Researches and understands the marketing requirements for the Mechanical APDL, including target environment, performance criteria and competitive issues. May work with strategic customers or proxies to assess needs and develop solutions. 

• Works independently with minimal supervision and may take on some planning and mentoring responsibilities. 

  

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• BS in Computer Science, Mechanical or Aeronautical Engineering, or related fields with 2 years’ experience, or MS

• Working experience within technical software development proven by academic, research, or industry projects. Good understanding and skills in object-oriented programming. 

• Proficiency in C/C++ or Python programming languages. 

  

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS 

• A PhD in Computer Science, Mechanical or Aeronautical Engineering, or related fields

• Passion for crafting robust and efficient code. 

• Good communication and interpersonal skills. 

• Ability to work collaboratively in a geographically distributed team. 

• Experience delivering high-quality products in a large-scale commercial software development environment. 

• Experience in using or developing CAE or finite element simulation software 

• Understanding of customer requirements and tools used in this domain. 

• Linux and HPC experience are desirable. 

 

 

At Ansys, we know that changing the world takes vision, skill, and each other. We fuel new ideas, build relationships, and help each other realize our greatest potential. We are ONE Ansys. We operate on three key components: the commitments to our stakeholders, the behaviors of how we work together, and the actions of how we deliver results. Together as ONE Ansys, we are powering innovation that drives human advancement. 

  

Our Commitments: 

• Amaze with innovative products and solutions
• Make our customers incredibly successful
• Act with integrity
• Ensure employees thrive and shareholders prosper

 

Our Values: 

• Adaptability: Be open, welcome what's next
• Courage: Be courageous, move forward passionately
• Generosity: Be generous, share, listen, serve
• Authenticity: Be you, make us stronger

 

Our Actions: 

• We commit to audacious goals
• We work seamlessly as a team
• We demonstrate mastery
• We deliver outstanding results

 

INCLUSION IS AT OUR CORE 
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