FEA Application Engineer

Job Description

FEA Consulting Engineer

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Company Description

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The team members of Rand Simulation have a steeped history in helping organizations bring their product vision to reality through incorporating engineering simulation technology into the product development process. Rand Simulation operates as an Elite North American channel partner for Ansys (NASDAQ: ANSS) to further strengthen its collaborative consulting services while striving for the strongest customer value-add. In the first four years of operation, Rand Simulation has already been awarded the coveted title of Ansys Americas Channel Partner of the Year twice in the past 4 years, Ansys Elite channel partner, and is the fastest growing partner in North America

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We are looking for a Finite Element Analysis (FEA) simulation specialist with knowledge of ANSYS structural software packages. This is a remote position.

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What will you be responsible for?

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The Rand Simulation business model leverages a collaborative approach, combining the analysis expertise of our simulation consultants with the design expertise of our clients. Our goal as the simulation experts is to serve as an extension of our client's team to empower impactful performance insight through simulation to drive informed design decisions.

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You will be responsible for leveraging advanced-level engineering principles so not only execute on consulting projects, but also to assist Rand Simulation's account managers with scoping and leading customers to solutions..

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You will be responsible for leveraging advanced-level engineering knowledge and relationships to support Rand SIM’s account managers with significant impact on revenue goals, as well as for helping customers to solve complex engineering problems using ANSYS software products.

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Essential Responsibilities:

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• Primary role of the consulting engineer is to act as lead on specific consulting projects with responsibility of running simulations for clients, leading design review meetings, interpreting results and suggesting recommended design modifications based on simulation findings and industry design knowledge.
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• Staying up to date with ANSYS platforms and expanding knowledge of ANSYS tools through trainings and self-guided education to enable expansion into additional consulting industries.
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• Interfacing with Rand Simulation sales and business development teams on ANSYS simulation consulting opportunities to provide technical guidance, credibility, and subject matter expertise.
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• Analyze prospect and customer technical needs, requirements, infrastructure, operations, and engineering workflows as it relates to services engagements to ensure an application fit and create/demonstration recommended simulation solutions.
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• Articulate ANSYS’ value proposition primarily around the business unit solutions for consulting services.
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• Work with RandSim marketing team to generate blog posts, white papers, webinars, and other content related to key initiatives for your team and consulting services.
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• Occasionally provide ANSYS training (basic and customized), mentoring, account follow-up and technical support to assist clients in the adoption and ROI of their ANSYS technology investment.
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Who are we looking for?

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• M.S./B.S./B.A. in Mechanical Engineering, Structural Engineering, Physics, or similar discipline
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• 4 years + of mechanical or structural engineering/design experience
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• 4 years + of FEA/structural analysis experience with ANSYS Mechanical
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• LS-Dyna experience strongly desired
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• Ansys Motion , Adams, or similar Multibody Dynamics experience strongly desired
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• nCode or other specialized fatigue code experience strongly desired
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• Experience using Altair, FEMAP/NX, MSC/PATRAN, Autodesk Nastran, Simulation Mechanical/Algor, COMSOL, Abaqus, Simulia, or similar codes a plus
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• Proven experience with multiple structural analysis methods (rigid body dynamics, transient analyses, nonlinear static/transient, modal, linear dynamics, etc.)
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• Experience with multiphysics, fatigue, and explicit dynamics strongly desired
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• Experience with MAPDL and/or Python coding strongly desired
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• Knowledge of underlying FEA principles such as linear algebra, partial differential equations, etc.
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• Extensive proficiency in 3D CAD systems (Inventor and/or SolidWorks preferred)
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• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to facilitate and conduct webinars and presentations to customers
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• A logical problem-solving approach and ability to clearly communicate the situation and proposed solution to a customer
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• A self-starter and motivator with an engaging personality and strong energy
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• Ability to manage time effectively while balancing multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
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• Ability to work directly with clients and clearly articulate findings and design recommendations
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• Ability to work diligently alone when needed, but knows when to seek help
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• Highly developed learning and thinking ability with direct client-facing experience
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• Registered Professional Engineering (PE) license preferred, but not mandatory
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• Willingness to travel up to 10%
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What do we stand for?

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INTEGRITY We are honest, ethical, straightforward people in dealing with our employees, our customers, and our shareholders.

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TEAMWORK Every Rand Simulation team member is important to the success of our company.

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COMMUNICATION We listen to our people, our clients and our prospects.

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INNOVATION We think and act creatively. We help our clients to be innovative through leveraging technology and approaches that ensure their success.

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Are you up for a new challenge? Join Rand Simulation now!

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Visit us at randsim.com for more information.

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We thank all applicants in advance for their interest, but only those applicants who are to be considered will be contacted. Must be authorized to work in the U.S for any employer without company sponsorship.

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We celebrate employment equity and diversity! We encourage applications from all qualified individuals and do not discriminate based on disability, race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, veteran status or any other basis protected under federal, state, provincial or local laws.

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We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process, we will work with you to meet your needs. Please send all inquiries regarding accommodations to View email address on ziprecruiter.com. Be sure to include your name, the job you are interested in, and the accommodation you are seeking.

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Solutions, CFD, FEA, Electromagnetics, Engineering, Manufacturing, Mechanical, Aerospace, ANSYS, HFSS, Maxwell, EDA, Electronic Design Automation, Consulting, Licensed Engineer, Professional Engineer, Solidworks, Pro Engineer, Inventor, Creo, COMSOL