Senior Development Engineer, Research & Development

Lead the Future of Simulation Technology

Are you passionate about advancing engineering simulation? Join Hexagon’s Manufacturing Intelligence division as a Senior Development Engineer and help shape the next generation of nonlinear and explicit finite element solvers. You’ll design cutting‑edge algorithms, write high‑quality code, and lead projects that impact industries worldwide.

You will work within the Product Development group, focusing on nonlinear implicit solvers in Marc and Nastran, and explicit solvers in Dytran. Beyond coding, you’ll lead projects from inception to delivery and mentor junior developers.

This hybrid position is based in Irvine, California. Remote work may be considered for exceptional candidates.

Hexagon’s Manufacturing Intelligence division empowers manufacturers to innovate with confidence. We connect the physical and digital worlds through advanced software and hardware, enabling smarter manufacturing with data‑driven insights, precision engineering, and sustainable automation. Our solutions help customers achieve higher quality, efficiency, and productivity across industries.

• Develop advanced algorithms for nonlinear finite element (implicit and/or explicit) analysis.
• Design, implement, integrate, and test nonlinear solver enhancements across Marc, Nastran, and Dytran.
• Manage development projects and provide technical leadership.
• Collaborate with QA teams on benchmarking and certification for timely releases.
• Investigate and resolve defects in Nastran.
• Support application engineers with second‑line technical assistance.
• Stay current with research and industry trends in structural dynamics and FE methods.

Education & Experience:

• MS + 8 years or PhD + 5 years in Mechanical, Civil, Aerospace Engineering, or related field is desirable.
• Exceptional PhD graduates with computational mechanics or applied math will be considered as well.
• Exposure or experience with modern software development practices a plus.
• Strong background in finite element methods and structural dynamics.

Technical

Skills:

• Programming in Fortran, C/C++, Python; familiarity with Linux/Windows.
• Experience with commercial FE codes (LS‑Dyna, Abaqus, Nastran, Marc).
• Knowledge of nonlinear analysis, contact modelling, parallel scaling (DMP/SMP), and GPUs.

Soft Skills:

• Excellent problem‑solving, communication, and project management abilities.
• Ability to mentor, collaborate, and deliver under tight timelines.

• Competitive salary with performance‑based bonuses
• Comprehensive healthcare (medical, dental, vision) including HSA and FSA options
• Paid time off, including holidays and parental leave
• 401(k) with generous employer match
• Life, disability, and supplemental insurance options
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and wellness resources
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development support
• Flexible work schedules and hybrid work options

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