Senior Simulation Engineer - Electromagnetics Specialist

PhysicsX is a deep-tech company with roots in numerical physics and Formula One, dedicated to accelerating hardware innovation at the speed of software. We are building an AI-driven simulation software stack for engineering and manufacturing across advanced industries. Our customers include leading innovators in Aerospace & Defense, Materials, Energy, Semiconductors, and Automotive.

About the role

We are seeking a skilled Electromagnetic Simulation Expert with a strong focus on high-frequency electromagnetics applications in the semiconductor domain including chip and advanced package design, signal and power integrity, high-speed interconnects, and EMI/EMC. Experience with adjacent applications such as antenna design, induction heating, or electric motors is also valuable.

You bring deep expertise in electromagnetic theory and simulation, with demonstrated hands-on experience in one or more key areas: low-frequency electromagnetics (magnetostatics, electrostatics, motors, transformers, actuators, eddy current analysis), high-frequency electromagnetics (microwave components, antennas, radar and RCS modeling, S-parameter analysis, signal and power integrity), or EMI/EMC analysis across the frequency spectrum.

You have a solid ability to apply fundamental knowledge to real-world phenomena across automotive and electric vehicles, aerospace and defense, telecommunications, semiconductor and electronics, and other industries. Highly proficient in at least one industry-standard EM simulation platform, you are adept at using these tools to create efficient, scalable workflows that drive impactful results. Relevant tools include Ansys HFSS, Ansys Maxwell, CST Studio Suite, COMSOL Multiphysics with its RF and AC/DC modules, Altair FEKO, Altair Flux, and Siemens Simcenter MAGNET.

Coding skills in Python and/or MATLAB, or the ability to quickly learn programming languages, is an advantage. Experience with PCB layout and signal integrity analysis using tools such as Cadence Allegro, Altium Designer, or Ansys SIwave is a plus. With at least 3 to 5 years of industry experience (post Masters or PhD) in a commercial, non-research environment, you're ready to hit the ground running.

Responsibilities

• Independently build complex electromagnetic models from the ground up, covering low-frequency and high-frequency EM applications, to simulate and understand complex real-world phenomena, including using experimental data to validate simulations and ensure accuracy.
• Automate simulation pipelines, enabling fast optimization and parametric design coupling for efficient results across a broad range of EM applications.
• Leverage our cloud platform and on-premises HPC to accelerate high-fidelity models beyond smart model setup and meshing choices.
• Collaborate closely with customers to understand their engineering challenges and solve them using simulation and AI. Present results clearly and suggest next steps while balancing accuracy and efficiency, often working under pressure to meet tight deadlines.
• Work at the intersection of CAE and data science, generating accurate simulation results and predictions to train advanced Machine Learning and Deep Learning models.
• Continuously improve engineering practices, adapting EM model setups and outputs to support the development of Deep Learning surrogates.
• Mentor junior engineers as part of a collaborative team.
• Travel to customer sites in the North America area, an average of 3-4 weeks per quarter, to collaborate closely with customers and build solutions on site.

Qualifications

• At least 3 to 5 years of industry experience (post Masters or PhD) in a commercial, non-research environment.
• Deep expertise in electromagnetic theory and simulation, with hands-on experience in low-frequency or high-frequency electromagnetics, or EMI/EMC analysis.
• Proficiency in at least one industry-standard EM simulation platform (e.g., Ansys HFSS, Ansys Maxwell, CST Studio Suite, COMSOL Multiphysics, Altair FEKO, Altair Flux, Siemens Simcenter MAGNET).
• Coding skills in Python and/or MATLAB, or the ability to quickly learn programming languages.
• Comfortable setting up complex EM simulations independently, interpreting results with depth, and making informed decisions based on solid physics and engineering judgment.

Schedule

• This role is based in New York City, working 2-3 days per week in our new office.