Senior Mechanical Design Engineer - Simulation Leader

Axon Enterprise; Scottsdale, Northern (AZ, KY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with employer match

Discretionary PTO

Medical, Dental, Vision plans

Parental leave

Job summary

Axon is seeking an experienced mechanical simulation engineer in Scottsdale, AZ to drive next‑generation product performance through advanced modeling and validation. You will develop high‑fidelity nonlinear models, correlate results with physical tests, and influence design decisions with simulation insights.

The role requires 8+ years in mechanical analysis, proficiency in ANSYS/Abaqus/LS‑DYNA, and collaboration with design, testing, and manufacturing teams to deliver robust, reliable

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or related discipline; Master's preferred.
• 8+ years of experience applying mechanical simulation and analysis to product development.

Responsibilities

• Lead simulation efforts from concept to production.
• Develop, validate, and maintain high-fidelity models.
• Perform nonlinear static and dynamic analyses (impact, vibration, fatigue).
• Support simulation-driven product development with early analytical insights.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to influence architecture through simulation-driven design.

Skills

Mechanical simulation

ANSYS

Abaqus

LS-DYNA

HyperMesh

Nonlinear mechanics

Data correlation with testing

3D CAD

Communications

Education

Bachelor in mechanical engineering

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Python

Job description

Axon is seeking an experienced mechanical simulation engineer in Scottsdale, AZ to drive next‑generation product performance through advanced modeling and validation. You will develop high‑fidelity nonlinear models, correlate results with physical tests, and influence design decisions with simulation insights.

The role requires 8+ years in mechanical analysis, proficiency in ANSYS/Abaqus/LS‑DYNA, and collaboration with design, testing, and manufacturing teams to deliver robust, reliable