Senior Staff Engineer- Structures

Kids for the Future; United States; Remote; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Short Term Disability

Long Term Disability

401(k) Plan with Employer Match

Limited Flexible Spending Account

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Professional Development Assistance

Referral Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Bonus Plan

Job summary

SimuTech Group in the United States seeks a senior structural engineer to deliver technical support for ANSYS Mechanical and ANSYS Mechanical APDL, troubleshoot complex simulations, and establish best practices.

You will conduct on-site and remote training across the US and Canada, develop technical content, lead consulting engagements, and help customers expand their simulation capabilities while working with account teams to align software and services.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering required; Master’s degree preferred.
• Expertise with ANSYS Mechanical (Workbench) and ANSYS Mechanical APDL; LS-DYNA is a plus.
• Experience working directly with customers in consulting, support, training, or technical sales environments.
• Proven ability to manage and lead complex technical projects independently.

Responsibilities

• Deliver technical support for ANSYS Mechanical products.
• Conduct ANSYS training at customer sites and online.
• Develop technical content and materials for customers and internal teams.
• Perform advanced structural simulations and post-processing.
• Lead complex consulting engagements and mentor juniors.
• Collaborate with account managers to identify software needs.
• Deliver software demos and proofs-of-concept.

Skills

Structural analysis

Nonlinear analysis

Implicit dynamics

Thermal analysis

Project management

Leadership

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Independent work

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

ANSYS Mechanical (Workbench)

ANSYS Mechanical APDL

LS-DYNA

HyperMesh

ICEM

Gridgen

Job description

• Employee Type FT Exempt
• Required Degree 4 Year Degree
• Travel 10%
• Manage Others No

Why You'll Love Working Here

At SimuTech Group, we are driving innovation and changing the world through the power of engineering simulation. Our growing team of energetic, tech-savvy professionals works hard every day to inspire our clients to push the boundaries of innovation and deliver transformational products. If you are motivated and driven by a culture where top-notch work ethic and passion are rewarded, then a career with SimuTech Group may be for you.

The Benefits of Being Part of Our Team

Unmatched Health Coverage: Zero-cost in-network medical care with no premiums, deductibles, or copays for you and your family.

Complete Dental & Vision Benefits: 100% premium coverage for dental and vision insurance.

Wellness Programs Tailored to You: Access free workouts, personalized training sessions, nutritional counseling, mindfulness programs, stress management, and more with our corporate wellness coach.

What Makes This Role Great

You’ll solve complex structural engineering challenges using advanced simulation technologies.

You’ll work directly with innovative customers across aerospace, automotive, industrial, energy, and other industries.

You’ll serve as a trusted advisor, helping organizations expand and mature their simulation capabilities.

You’ll combine technical support, consulting, training, and pre‑sales activities in a highly visible customer‑facing role.

You’ll influence customer decision‑making through predictive simulation and engineering expertise .

What You’ll Do

Deliver Technical Support

Provide technical support to users of ANSYS Mechanical and ANSYS Mechanical APDL software through phone, email, and in‑person interactions.

Troubleshoot complex structural simulation challenges and provide practical solution recommendations.

Establish best practices for simulation workflows, model development, validation, and verification.

Provide Technical Training

Conduct ANSYS training classes at customer sites, online, and in SimuTech offices throughout the United States and Canada.

Deliver engaging, high‑quality instruction on structural simulation concepts and software applications.

Develop advanced technical content and educational materials for customers and internal teams.

Work with customers to understand analysis requirements, objectives, and expectations.

Develop project scopes, schedules, and cost estimates for consulting engagements.

Perform advanced structural simulations using ANSYS Mechanical and Mechanical APDL.

Execute all phases of analysis including model development, meshing, material definition, loading and boundary conditions, solution setup, post‑processing, and reporting.

Analyze nonlinear structural behavior, contact mechanics, large deformation, fatigue, fracture, and failure mechanisms.

Develop and evaluate alternative design solutions to improve performance and reliability.

Prepare technical reports and presentations that support engineering and business decisions.

Lead complex consulting engagements and provide mentorship to junior engineers.

Partner with account managers to identify customer software and services needs.

Answer technical questions throughout the sales process.

Deliver software demonstrations, presentations, and proof‑of‑concept activities related to structural simulation.

Help customers understand how simulation can reduce risk, improve performance, and accelerate product development.

What You’ll Bring

Education & Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering required; Master’s degree preferred.

Demonstrated expertise with ANSYS Mechanical (Workbench) and ANSYS Mechanical APDL; LS‑DYNA is a plus!

Experience working directly with customers in consulting, support, training, or technical sales environments.

Proven ability to manage and lead complex technical projects independently.

Skills

Strong theoretical foundation in structural mechanics and numerical methods.

Experience with linear and nonlinear structural analysis methods.

Expertise in nonlinear materials including plasticity, hyperelasticity , contact, large strain, and large deformation analysis.

Experience with implicit dynamics, including modal, harmonic, response spectrum, random vibration, and transient analysis.

Experience performing thermal analysis, including steady‑state and transient studies.

Familiarity with explicit dynamics methodologies; LS‑DYNA preferred.

Experience with meshing tools including Workbench Meshing, HyperMesh , ICEM, Gridgen , or Mechanical APDL meshing techniques.

Strong project management and organizational skills.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Ability to explain complex engineering concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Strong problem‑solving and analytical capabilities.

Demonstrated ability to work independently and serve as a technical leader.

Additional Benefits

Short Term Disability

Long Term Disability

401(k) Plan with Employer Match

Limited Flexible Spending Account

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Professional Development Assistance

Referral Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Bonus Plan

Location: Remote in the USA or Canada Travel: Up to 10 % Minimum Experience: 8+ years preferred

Pay Range: $95,000- $125,000 USD *(Compensation may vary based on qualifications, skills, experience, and location .)*

This is your opportunity to join a forward-thinking engineering team where your leadership, technical expertise , and passion for innovation will make a measurable impact.

SimuTech Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.