Application Engineer - FEA

RAND WORLDWIDE SUBSIDIARY INC•Portland, OR

2d•$85,000 - $100,000•Remote

About The Position

The team members of Rand Simulation have a steeped history in helping organizations bring their product vision to reality through incorporating engineering simulation technology into the product development process. Rand Simulation operates as an Elite North American channel partner for Ansys to further strengthen its collaborative consulting services while striving for the strongest customer value-add. We are looking for a Finite Element Analysis (FEA) simulation specialist with knowledge of ANSYS structural software packages. This is a remote position. The Rand Simulation business model leverages a collaborative approach, combining the analysis expertise of our simulation consultants with the design expertise of our clients. Our goal as the simulation experts is to serve as an extension of our client's team to empower impactful performance insight through simulation to drive informed design decisions. You will be responsible for leveraging advanced-level engineering principles so not only execute on consulting projects, but also to assist Rand Simulation's account managers with scoping and leading customers to solutions. You will be responsible for leveraging advanced-level engineering knowledge and relationships to support Rand SIM’s account managers with significant impact on revenue goals, as well as for helping customers to solve complex engineering problems using ANSYS software products.

Requirements

M.S./B.S./B.A. in Mechanical Engineering, Structural Engineering, Physics, or similar discipline
4 years + of mechanical or structural engineering/design experience
4 years + of FEA/structural analysis experience with ANSYS Mechanical
Proven experience with multiple structural analysis methods (rigid body dynamics, transient analyses, nonlinear static/transient, modal, linear dynamics, etc.)
Knowledge of underlying FEA principles such as linear algebra, partial differential equations, etc.
Extensive proficiency in 3D CAD systems (Inventor and/or SolidWorks preferred)
Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to facilitate and conduct webinars and presentations to customers
A logical problem-solving approach and ability to clearly communicate the situation and proposed solution to a customer
A self-starter and motivator with an engaging personality and strong energy
Ability to manage time effectively while balancing multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
Ability to work directly with clients and clearly articulate findings and design recommendations
Ability to work diligently alone when needed, but knows when to seek help
Highly developed learning and thinking ability with direct client-facing experience
Must be authorized to work in the U.S. for any employer without company sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

LS-Dyna experience strongly desired
Ansys Motion, Adams, or similar Multibody Dynamics experience strongly desired
nCode or other specialized fatigue code experience strongly desired
Experience using Altair, FEMAP/NX, MSC/PATRAN, Autodesk Nastran, Simulation Mechanical/Algor, COMSOL, Abaqus, Simulia, or similar codes a plus
Experience with multiphysics, fatigue, and explicit dynamics strongly desired
Experience with MAPDL and/or Python coding strongly desired
Registered Professional Engineering (PE) license preferred, but not mandatory
Willingness to travel up to 10%

Responsibilities

Primary role of the consulting engineer is to act as lead on specific consulting projects with responsibility of running simulations for clients, leading design review meetings, interpreting results and suggesting recommended design modifications based on simulation findings and industry design knowledge.
Staying up to date with ANSYS platforms and expanding knowledge of ANSYS tools through trainings and self-guided education to enable expansion into additional consulting industries.
Interfacing with Rand Simulation sales and business development teams on ANSYS simulation consulting opportunities to provide technical guidance, credibility, and subject matter expertise.
Analyze prospect and customer technical needs, requirements, infrastructure, operations, and engineering workflows as it relates to services engagements to ensure an application fit and create/demonstration recommended simulation solutions.
Articulate ANSYS’ value proposition primarily around the business unit solutions for consulting services.
Work with RandSim marketing team to generate blog posts, white papers, webinars, and other content related to key initiatives for your team and consulting services.
Occasionally provide ANSYS training (basic and customized), mentoring, account follow-up and technical support to assist clients in the adoption and ROI of their ANSYS technology investment.