Simulation Engineer (North Canton, OH, US, 44720)

Datwyler; Canton (OH); Hybrid; USD 73,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

401(k) retirement plan with employer |

Medical, dental, vision and additional

Company-paid disability insurance

Company-paid life, AD&D insurance

11 Paid holidays

Paid time off

Job summary

Datwyler is seeking a Simulation Engineer in North Canton, OH, hybrid role to support product development through advanced numerical simulation, material modeling, and engineering analysis. You will collaborate with internal teams and customers to optimize elastomer component performance.

Responsibilities include performing finite element simulations (ANSYS/ABAQUS), guiding teams on results and material behavior, developing modeling methods, and documenting findings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant engineering or physical science field
• Experience with finite element methods and material modeling
• Strong understanding of structural mechanics and material behavior

Responsibilities

• Perform finite element simulations to evaluate and optimize product performance
• Support product development through simulation, material modeling, and engineering analysis
• Provide technical guidance to internal teams and customers regarding simulation results and material behavior
• Collaborate with engineering teams, laboratories, customers, and external partners
• Develop and improve testing and modeling methods
• Document and present technical findings and recommendations

Skills

Finite element simulations

Engineering analysis

Material modeling

Education

Mechanical Engineering

Materials Science

Physics

Tools

ANSYS

ABAQUS

MATLAB

Python

Job description

Simulation Engineer

Location: North Canton, OH - Hybrid

Position Overview

Datwyler is seeking a Simulation Engineer to support product development and customer projects through advanced numerical simulation, material modeling, and engineering analysis. This role partners with internal teams and customers to optimize elastomer component performance, improve manufacturing processes, and drive innovation across multiple industries.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform finite element simulations to evaluate and optimize product performance
• Support product development through simulation, material modeling, and engineering analysis
• Provide technical guidance to internal teams and customers regarding simulation results, material behavior, and product performance
• Collaborate with engineering teams, laboratories, customers, and external partners
• Develop and improve testing and modeling methods
• Document and present technical findings and recommendations

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, Applied Mathematics, or a related field
• Experience with ANSYS and/or ABAQUS
• Strong understanding of structural mechanics and material behavior

Preferred Experience

• Experience with elastomer materials and manufacturing processes
• Experience with MATLAB, Python, or similar programming tools
• Experience with non-linear mechanical simulations and material modeling

Our Offer to You

Datwyler offers competitive wages and benefits including, but not limited to:

• Annual salary range of $73,000 – $83,000
• Hybrid work environment
• 401(k) retirement plan with immediate vesting and employer match up to 5%
• Medical, dental, vision and additional supplemental insurance plans
• Company-paid short- and long-term disability insurance
• Company-paid life, accidental death, and dismemberment insurance
• 11 Paid holidays
• Paid time off