Sr. Associate, Modeling and Simulation Engineering (T)

Alcon; Fort Worth (TX); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Alcon is seeking a Senior Associate, Modeling & Simulation Engineer, to lead FEA and CFD efforts for surgical R&D medical device development in Fort Worth, TX. You will develop multi-physics models, validate against experiments, and ensure timely delivery of high-quality simulations across product lifecycles.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, define project scopes, and contribute to regulatory submissions while advancing simulation methodologies and best practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent years of directly related experience.
• Strong foundation in structural mechanics, dynamics, material modeling, and CFD.

Responsibilities

• Lead FEA and CFD efforts supporting Surgical R&D medical device development, driving faster, cost-effective innovation.
• Perform advanced structural and dynamic simulations on complex, multi-material systems.
• Develop multi-physics, large-scale models for virtual prototyping across the product lifecycle.
• Validate simulation results through correlation with experimental data.
• Define project scope, requirements, and timelines, managing multiple simulations to meet delivery goals.
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to resolve design issues early.
• Support regulatory submissions, post-market analysis, and Global Medical Affairs through simulation insights.
• Drive innovation by advancing simulation methods, tools, and best practices.
• Mentor team members and deliver technical reports.

Skills

FEA

CFD

multi-physics

virtual prototyping

convergence analysis

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or Equivalent

Tools

Ansys Mechanical

FLUENT

LS-DYNA

OptiStruct

Job description

## Sr. Associate, Modeling and Simulation Engineering (T)Apply: Not applicable: Fort Worth, Texas: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: October 13, 2026 (6 days left to apply): R-2026-50029At Alcon, we are driven by the meaningful work we do to help people see brilliantly. We innovate boldly, champion progress, and act with speed as the global leader in eye care. Here, you’ll be recognized for your commitment and contributions and see your career like never before. Together, we go above and beyond to make an impact in the lives of our patients and customers. We foster an inclusive culture and are seeking diverse, talented individuals to join Alcon. As a **Senior Associate, Modeling & Simulation Engineer,** you will play a critical role in supporting the **design, development, and delivery of innovative medical devices** through advanced **finite element analysis (FEA)**, **computational fluid dynamics (CFD)**, and **simulation-driven engineering** in a regulated environment. In this role, you will help accelerate product development, improve design quality, and deliver safe, effective solutions that enhance patient outcomes. This position is **onsite in Fort Worth, Texas**. **In this role, a typical day will include:*** Lead **FEA** and **CFD** efforts supporting **Surgical R&D medical device development**, driving faster, cost-effective innovation* Perform advanced **structural and dynamic simulations** (linear/nonlinear, implicit/explicit, impact, transient, frequency) on **complex, multi-material systems*** Develop **multi-physics, large-scale models** to enable **virtual prototyping** across the product lifecycle* Leverage tools such as **Ansys Mechanical, FLUENT, LS-DYNA, and OptiStruct** for modeling, simulation, and **convergence analysis*** **Validate simulation results** through correlation with **experimental data*** Define **project scope, requirements, and timelines**, managing multiple simulations to meet delivery goals* Collaborate with **cross-functional engineering teams** to identify and resolve design issues early* Support **regulatory submissions, post-market analysis, and Global Medical Affairs** through simulation insights* Drive innovation by advancing **simulation methods, tools, and best practices*** Solve complex, **multi-disciplinary engineering challenges** using strong analytical skills* Mentor team members and deliver clear, professional **technical reports** **WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO ALCON:*** Bachelor’s Degree or Equivalent years of directly related experience (or high school +10 yrs.; Assoc.+6 yrs.; M.S.+0 yrs.)* The ability to fluently read, write, understand, and communicate in English* 2 Years of Relevant Experience* **Relocation:** Yes* **Sponsorship:** Yes **Preferred*** Strong foundation in **structural mechanics, dynamics, material modeling, and computational fluid dynamics*** Experience with **medical devices, R&D, or regulated environments*** Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills **HOW YOU CAN THRIVE AT ALCON:*** See your career like never before with focused growth and development opportunities* Join Alcon’s mission to provide outstanding, innovative products and solutions to improve sight, improve lives, and grow your career!* Alcon provides robust benefits package including health, life, retirement, flexible time off for exempt associates, PTO for hourly associates, and much more!