[Hiring] Application Engineer @RAND WORLDWIDE SUBSIDIARY INC

Role Description

We are looking for a computational fluid dynamics (CFD) simulation specialist with strong knowledge of Ansys software packages to continue our rapid growth as a leading provider of Ansys CAE solutions and engineering simulation consulting services. This is a remote opportunity and can be located anywhere in the US.

What will you be responsible for?

• Acting as lead on consulting projects with responsibility of running simulations for clients
• Provide technical pre-sales support throughout the sales process
• Interfacing with Rand Simulation sales teams on Ansys software and simulation consulting opportunities to provide technical guidance, credibility and subject matter expertise.
• Analyze prospect and customer technical needs, requirements, infrastructure, operations and engineering workflows to ensure an application fit and propose recommended simulation solutions.
• Ensure on-time and in-budget delivery of project deliverables, product demos, and support solutions
• Articulate Ansys’ value proposition primarily around fluid dynamic solutions but may encompass its entire suite of products.
• 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.
• Stay up-to-date with Ansys platforms and expanding knowledge of Ansys tools through trainings and self-guided education.

Qualifications

• M.S. or PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or similar discipline with emphasis on fluid dynamics, heat transfer, or numerical methods
• 3 years + of industrial and design experience related to fluid systems
• 3 years + of experience in CFD methods
• Proven experience using Ansys Fluent and/or CFX
• A solid understanding of the complexities of fluid dynamics and thermodynamics
• A solid understanding of numerical methods, especially as it pertains to convergence stability, discretization, and impact of physical and numerical assumptions in modelling
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with an ability to clearly communicate the situation and proposed solution to a customer
• Demonstrated proficiency in 3D CAD systems (SolidWorks, Inventor or Ansys SpaceClaim preferred)
• Forward-thinking personality with interest in pursuing state-of-the-art developments in simulation methodology and apply those advancements toward solving customer problems
• Projects a professional image and strong business acumen during customer interactions
• Possesses a sense of urgency along with strong organizational and self-management skills
• A passion for personal technical excellence and high performance
• A self-starter and motivator with an engaging personality and strong energy
• Ability to prioritize and manage time effectively across multiple activities in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work diligently alone when needed, but knows when to seek help
• Registered Professional Engineering (PE) license preferred, but not mandatory
• Willingness to travel up to 15%

Benefits

• INTEGRITY: We are honest, ethical, straightforward people in dealing with our employees, our customers, and our shareholders.
• TEAMWORK: Every Rand Simulation team member is important to the success of our company.
• COMMUNICATION: We listen to our people, our clients and our prospects.
• INNOVATION: We think and act creatively. We help our clients to be innovative through leveraging technology and approaches that ensure their success.