Senior Application Engineering Position at ANSYS, Vehicle Dynamics/Multibody Dynamics, Houston, Ann Arbor, MI/Evasnton, IL/ Cannonsburg, PA

The job entails providing advanced technical guidance on various aspects of computational Structural Dynamics with a focus on Multibody Dynamics to clients in industry and academia.

The position requires excellent theoretical fundamentals and experience with numerical simulations & scripting, in the area(s) of vibration, model updating, modal analysis, vibro-acoustics as well as powertrain applications along with the capacity to "boil down" complex problems into practical engineering solutions and implement numerical models.

Job Summary:

The Senior Application Engineer will proactively consult with ANSYS customers, playing a lead role in supporting important customers with significant impact on revenues for software and value-added consulting services.

Responsibilities include:

• Contribute to advanced technical guidance on structural dynamics, non-linear phenomena, and multidisciplinary-multiphysics applications
• Having a strong foundation and experience in the area of Computational SOLID/STRUCTURAL MECHANICS is a must
• At least 3 years of Experience in using vehicle dynamics software
• Familiar with vehicle modeling simulation tools and testings
• Experience with vehicle dynamic testing and process
• In-depth and demonstrated track record in Multibody Dynamics 
• Strong practical experience in model calibration and experimental validation
• Hands-on experience and passion towards programming and coding for automation, algorithm implementation or GUI in simulation technology and vibration modeling
• Engage in advanced consulting services: meet with customers, prepare project budgets, author proposals, execute the work
• Create and demonstrate simulation solutions to streamline customer workflows, in support of the software sales process train customers on how to use ANSYS software
• Engage in software testing
• Develop and strengthen long-term relationships with customers
• Lead/Assist in coordinating and executing all technical activities throughout the sales opportunity such as customer meetings and product presentations, demonstrations and evaluations 
• Other job-related duties may be assigned by management from time to time

Preferred Requirements:

• Ph.D. degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Material/Civil Engineering or related field
• 4 years experience in the use of ANSYS Mechanical software, or other commercial FEA software for Structural Mechanics
• Having a strong foundation and experience in the area of Computational SOLID/STRUCTURAL MECHANICS is a must
• Experience in Structural Dynamics, NVH (Noise, Vibration, and Harshness)
• Experience in model updating and parameter identification
• Familiarity with the Automotive industry and experience in non-linear FEA
• Experience in multibody dynamics
• Experience in customization in solver and interface level such as user material/contacts or and Python scripting such as ACT
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills and ability to implement numerical models to obtain practical engineering solutions to difficult problems
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and to communicate effectively
• Experience in development and implementation of user subroutines and customization, and Scripting
• Experience with multi-disciplinary and multiphysics simulation is a plus
• Experience working collaboratively with sales and marketing personnel is a plus
• Experience in the use of CAD packages (such as Pro/Engineer. Solidworks) is a plus
• Must display the ability to work independently, as well as with others in a geographically diverse team environment
• Must have excellent verbal and written English skills
• Must have excellent presentation skills
• Available for consistent travel throughout the Southern region and occasionally in the rest of the North American sub-regions

Link to apply: https://careers.ansys.com/job/Houston-Senior-Application-Engineer-TX-770...