Simulation Application Engineer (m/f/d)

Virtonomy GmbH; München; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

Home office possible

Joint team events

Job summary

A leading medical simulation company in Munich seeks a Simulation Application Engineer to support the development of key products and customer projects. The candidate should have experience in computational modeling and C++ software development, with responsibilities including customer service projects for cardiovascular implants and extending simulation frameworks. This role offers extensive creative opportunities and a motivated international team environment.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years experience in Computational Modeling Simulation Fluid (CFD) and/or Solid Mechanics (FEM/FVM/particle methods).
• 1-3 years experience in C++(17/20) and software development.
• Fluent in written and spoken English.

Responsibilities

• Carry out customer service projects for cardiovascular implant manufacturers.
• Develop medical simulation use cases for cardiovascular implants.
• Extend C++ simulation framework with new functionality.

Skills

Computational Modeling Simulation Fluid (CFD)

Solid Mechanics (FEM/FVM/particle methods)

C++(17/20) programming

Problem-solving capabilities

Team player

Simulation Verification & Validation

Smoothed Particle Hydrodynamics (SPH)

Job description

From virtual patients to real medical innovation

We are looking for a Simulation Application Engineer ready to take responsibility and support the development of one of our key products: simulation service & software. Our ideal candidate brings expertise in computational modeling & simulation and C++ software development. He/she is a result-oriented and energetic professional who likes to solve complex technical challenges. He/she is keen on carrying out customer service projects for cardiovascular implant manufacturers. He/she has a growth mindset (self and helping others), is optimistic, and has an intrinsic motivation. Our working language is English. German knowledge is not required.

Required skills:

• 1-3 years experience in Computational Modeling Simulation Fluid (CFD) and/or Solid Mechanics (FEM/FVM/particle methods)
• 1-3 years experience in C++(17/20), object-oriented programming, and software development
• Fluent written and spoken English (German not required)
• Excellent problem-solving capabilities
• Excellent team player
• (Nice-to-have) Experience with Simulation Verification & Validation
• (Nice-to-have) Experience with Smoothed Particle Hydrodynamics Hydrodynamics (SPH)

Key responsibilities:

• (Main focus) Carry out customer service projects for cardiovascular implant manufacturers
• Develop medical simulation use cases: cardiovascular implant simulations
• Extend our C++ Smoothed Particle Hydrodynamics simulation framework with new functionality, such as boundary conditions
• Act as project manager for customer simulation projects and/or development projects
• Perform validation for use cases and customer service projects
• (Optional) Perform verification activities on new features

Mindset and attitude:

• Autonomous: Able to take initiative, define new tasks, and set your own objectives.
• Self-driven & Passionate: Keeps up-to-date with scientific literature and enjoys reading research papers for fun.
• Team Player: Capable of collaborating with simulation and application engineers across different focus areas, while explaining solutions clearly.
• Software Enthusiast: Understands the importance of software quality in modern scientific work and is eager to learn and improve.

What we offer

• An international and very motivated team with high performance and cooperative mindset
• A high degree of responsibility and extensive creative opportunities from day one with short decision-making processes
• A future-oriented business with high impact inthe medical domain
• With us there are many career paths and development opportunities for you, what you can’t do yet, you can learn with us!
• Flexible working hours & home office possible
• Joint team events (like a multiple day workshop and hiking trip to Austria in summer)

You will help solve complex problems for major MedTech companies, and make simulations of their devices, that they believed impossible, possible. You will implement state-of-the-art algorithms and develop new methods that satisfy the quality required for medical purposes by regulatory bodies.

Preferred starting date: Beginning of 2026

Application: To apply, please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your experience and motivation to [e-mail]. For more information, feel free to contact us.

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Who we are

Virtonomy is an innovative company located in Munich, focusing on accelerating medical device development through simulation-based design. We specialize in providing a digital twin for medical devices, leveraging patient data and cutting-edge simulation technology to bring solutions to market faster and safer.