CAE/FEA Senior AE

Job Duties

• Provide expert technical support and deliver effective solutions that enable customers to address complex design challenges using Cadence’s software portfolio.
• Develop high-quality CAE models to support Proof-of-Concept engagements, demonstrating robust pre- and post-processing capabilities.
• Conduct software evaluations, benchmarks, and in-depth technical discussions to improve customer productivity and decision-making.
• Deliver on-site and virtual training sessions, technical presentations, and product demonstrations to support sales and customer success initiatives.
• Create and maintain technical documentation and knowledge collateral to support customer education and self-service adoption.
• Proactively identify opportunities to expand and proliferate Cadence product usage within customer environments.
• Communicate customer requirements, feedback, and insights from support engagements to R&D and Marketing teams to influence product direction and continuous improvement.

The Ideal Candidate

• Should have a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.
• Have 3-5 years of experience in CAE model development and finite element analysis using industry-standard solvers such as MSC Nastran, LS-DYNA, Abaqus etc.
• Have hands-on experience with ANSA and META in aerospace, automotive, turbomachinery, or marine applications.
• Have knowledge of additional pre/post/solver technology workflows is an added plus.
• Have experience with scripting languages such as Python; demonstrated scripting capability is a strong plus.
• Prior OEM product development experience is highly desirable.
• Have strong written, presentation and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Have high attention to detail with strong organizational and prioritization skills.
• Be a proven team player with a positive attitude and a willingness to propose and implement process improvements in an evolving environment.
• Be willing and able to travel and work at customer sites throughout North America.