CAE/FAE Senior AE

At Cadence, we hire and develop leaders and innovators who want to make an impact on the world of technology. The Senior Application Engineer role offers the opportunity to join an exciting, highly motivated team where your expertise in Finite Element Analysis will help customers succeed with Cadence’s advanced CAE simulation solutions. These solutions support pre‑processing and post‑processing of data across a wide range of industries, including aerospace, automotive, turbomachinery, industrial, and marine. Responsibilities Provide expert technical support and deliver effective solutions that enable customers to address complex design challenges using Cadence’s software portfolio. Develop high‑quality CAE models to support Proof‑of‑Concept engagements, demonstrating robust pre‑ and post‑processing capabilities. Conduct software evaluations, benchmarks, and in‑depth technical discussions to improve customer productivity and decision‑making. Deliver on‑site and virtual training sessions, technical presentations, and product demonstrations to support sales and customer success initiatives. Develop automation scripts within Cadence products to streamline and optimize customer CAE workflows. Create and maintain technical documentation and knowledge collateral to support customer education and self‑service adoption. Proactively identify opportunities to expand and proliferate Cadence product usage within customer environments. Communicate customer requirements, feedback, and insights from support engagements to R&D and Marketing teams to influence product direction and continuous improvement. Willingness and ability to travel and work at customer sites throughout North America. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field. 3‑5 years of experience in CAE model development and finite element analysis using industry‑standard solvers such as MSC Nastran, LS‑DYNA, Abaqus, etc. Hands‑on experience with ANSA and META in aerospace, automotive, turbomachinery, or marine applications. Knowledge of additional pre/post/solver technology workflows is an added plus. Experience with scripting languages such as Python; demonstrated scripting capability is a strong plus. Prior OEM product development experience is highly desirable. Strong written, presentation, and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively in a fast‑paced, team‑oriented environment. High attention to detail with strong organizational and prioritization skills. Proven team player with a positive attitude and a willingness to propose and implement process improvements in an evolving environment. Location Livonia, MI. Equal Employment Opportunity Cadence is committed to equal employment opportunity throughout all levels of the organization. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, basis of disability, or any other protected class. E‑Verify Cadence participates in the E‑Verify program in certain U.S. locations as required by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Cadence Design Systems