Structural Mechanics Consultant

Dassault Systèmes; Waltham (MA); On-site; USD 133,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid holidays

Flexible time off

Medical coverage

Job summary

Dassault Systèmes in Waltham, MA is seeking a Structural Mechanics Consultant to act as a technical bridge between advanced simulation solutions and customers worldwide. You will deliver expert consulting, educate customers, and drive product excellence while leveraging multi-physics and AI-enabled workflows.

Travel to customer sites may be required. Qualified candidates hold a Master’s in engineering with 4–8 years experience (or PhD with 4+ years), expert in FEM/FEA, and proficient in Python

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in engineering related to structural mechanics with 4–8 years of industry experience (or a PhD with 4+ years).
• Advanced knowledge of FEM/FEA techniques and nonlinear structural mechanics under static/dynamic loads.
• Proven experience with FEA software (Abaqus, Ansys, Nastran, Dyna) and CAD tools (CATIA, SolidWorks).
• Coding skills in Python or C++ for automation of simulations.
• Strong presentation skills and ability to explain complex concepts to diverse audiences.
• English fluency in writing and speaking; willingness to travel to customer sites.

Responsibilities

• Deliver expert consulting: run advanced simulations, develop custom extensions, and tailor methodologies for complex needs.
• Educate and mentor customers through high-level training sessions.
• Drive product excellence by assessing performance, validating requests, and troubleshooting simulation issues.
• Support business growth by identifying opportunities during customer interactions.
• Continuously learn and apply new product features, multi-physics technologies, and industry workflows.
• Leverage AI to increase productivity and efficiency in simulations.

Skills

FEM/FEA

Python

C++

Communication

English fluency

Travel readiness

Abaqus

Ansys

Nastran

Dyna

CATIA

SolidWorks

Education

Master’s degree in engineering (structural mechanics)

PhD in engineering (structural mechanics)

Tools

Abaqus

Ansys

Nastran

Dyna

CATIA

SolidWorks

Job description

Dassault Systemes is seeking a Structural Mechanics Consultant We are seeking a highly motivated, qualified person to serve as a technical bridge between our advanced simulation solutions and customers worldwide. In this role, you will serve as a trusted advisor, mentor, and technical leader. You will leverage your deep expertise in computational structural mechanics to deliver high-impact consulting services, develop new simulation methodologies, and help our customers achieve their engineering goals.

What You Will Do

Your specific duties and responsibilities will be commensurate with education, training, and experience and may include:

• Deliver Expert Consulting: Execute advanced simulations, implement custom product extensions, and develop methodologies tailored to complex customer needs.
• Educate & Mentor: Conduct high-level training and mentoring sessions for customers with varying levels of technical expertise.
• Drive Product Excellence: Assess product performance, validate customer enhancement requests, and troubleshoot complex simulation errors.
• Support Business Growth: Identify technical opportunities to expand our business footprint during customer interactions.
• Continuous Learning: Continuously master and apply new product features, multi-physics technologies, and industry workflows.
• Enhanced Productivity: Leverage AI to increase efficiency and effectiveness.

Qualifications

Education & Experience: A minimum of a Master’s degree in an engineering discipline related to structural mechanics with 4-8 years of industry experience (or a PhD with 4 years of experience).

• Technical Depth: Advanced knowledge of FEM and FEA techniques, nonlinear structural and solid mechanics under static and dynamic loads (mechanical, thermal, and fluid interactions).
• Software Mastery: Proven experience with FEA simulation software (e.g., Abaqus, Ansys, Nastran, Dyna) and CAD tools (e.g., CATIA, SolidWorks).
• Automation Skills: Practical coding skills in Python or C++ for simulation automation.
• Communication: Exceptional presentation skills; comfortable explaining technical concepts to diverse audiences.
• Languages: Written and oral fluency in English.
• Mobility: Willingness to travel occasionally to customer sites as required.
• Additional consideration will be given to candidates with experience in:
• Multi-physics simulations (Batteries, Fuel Cells, Drug Transport, Additive Manufacturing, or FSI).
• Specialized analysis (Optimization, Fracture, Fatigue, or Acoustics).

Inclusion statement

In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions at 3DS are based on merit, qualifications and abilities. 3DS is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal opportunity for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or medical or common conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, familial status, national origin, ancestry, age (40 and above), disability, veteran status, military service, application for military service, genetic information, receipt of free medical care, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. 3DS will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities, in accordance with applicable law.Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable state laws and local ordinances. We are committed to fair employment practices and will evaluate all candidates based on their qualifications, regardless of past arrest or conviction history.

Dassault Systèmes offers an excellent salary with potential for bonus, commensurate with experience. Benefits include a choice of plans providing comprehensive coverage for medical, dental, vision care for employee & dependents as well as employee life, short & long term disability, tuition reimbursement, immediate 401K enrollment, 401K match (50 cents on the dollar, up to the first 8% of your eligible compensation that you contribute based on match eligibility criteria), flexible time off policy, and 10 paid holidays.

Salary Pay Transparency

Compensation for the role will be commensurate with experience. The total expected compensation range will be between $133000 and $160000, representing the base salary (or annualized salary based on estimated hourly compensation) and target bonus.

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