[Hiring] Thermal Application Engineer @Synopsys

Role Description

We Are

Synopsys is the leader in engineering solutions from silicon to systems, enabling customers to rapidly innovate AI-powered products. We deliver industry-leading silicon design, IP, simulation and analysis solutions, and design services. We partner closely with our customers across a wide range of industries to maximize their R&D capability and productivity, powering innovation today that ignites the ingenuity of tomorrow.

You Are

• You have spent years solving real thermal problems in power electronics.
• You understand the difference between a model that converges and one that reflects physics.
• You are comfortable engaging with a customer's engineering team to map out simulation strategies.
• You ask the right questions and build confidence through clarity and competence.
• You naturally mentor others, recalling what helped you as a junior engineer.
• You think in workflows, not just tools.

What You'll Be Doing

• Lead technical pre-sales engagements on strategic power electronics accounts across EMEA.
• Execute detailed thermal simulations on customer applications using Ansys tools.
• Translate customer thermal management requirements into actionable simulation strategies.
• Mentor application engineers and contribute to sales enablement content.
• Partner with product development teams to translate feedback into new product features.
• Test pre-release thermal software on real industrial problems and document findings.
• Collaborate with marketing to create technical content that supports the sales cycle.

The Impact You Will Have

• Accelerate adoption of Synopsys thermal simulation tools at strategic accounts.
• Enable customers to solve thermal challenges faster, reducing prototyping cycles.
• Shape the roadmap of Synopsys thermal products based on customer needs.
• Build technical credibility and long-term customer relationships.
• Elevate the capability of the application engineering team through mentorship.
• Drive digital transformation initiatives at customer sites.
• Strengthen Synopsys market position in power electronics.

Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical, Aerospace, Electrical, Power, or Material Science Engineering with 4+ years of experience, or MS with 2+ years, or PhD.
• Hands-on experience using multiple Ansys thermal products.
• Solid grounding in heat transfer fundamentals and thermal management of power electronics.
• Working knowledge of power electronics hardware and cooling approaches.
• Scripting and automation capability in Python, IronPython, C++, or similar languages.
• Fluent English in writing and speaking, with the ability to travel within EMEA up to 25% of the time.
• Industry experience in power electronics applications is a strong plus.

Requirements

• You can explain complex heat transfer problems and propose effective solutions.
• You are comfortable working with incomplete information and asking smart questions.
• You have a point of view on simulation best practices and can push back when necessary.
• You manage multiple engagements and projects with organizational discipline.
• You project credibility in technical conversations based on your experience.
• You are driven to solve real problems for customers.

The Team You'll Be Part Of

You will join the EMEA Thermal Design Engineering team, a group of global experts supporting the full Ansys thermal portfolio. The team focuses on power electronics applications such as e-motors, batteries, fuel cells, and inverters.

Benefits

• Comprehensive range of health, wellness, and financial benefits.
• Monetary and non-monetary offerings.
• Details about salary range and benefits will be provided during the hiring process.