Mechanical Application Engineer Jobs in Springfield, VA

Siemens Digital Industries Software

Strategic Student Program (SSP)

Discover your career with us at Siemens Digital Industries Software!

We are a leading global software company dedicated to the world of computer aided design, 3D modeling and simulation- helping innovative global manufacturers design better products, faster! With the resources of a large company, and the energy of a software start-up, we have fun together while creating a world class software portfolio. Our culture encourages creativity, welcomes fresh thinking and focuses on growth, so our people, our business, and our customers can achieve their full potential.

We're currently recruiting co-ops and interns for our Spring 2027 Strategic Student Program. Our opportunities will allow you to find a career path that most inspires you. Here, you will apply your education to solve real-world problems and turn theory into practice. At Siemens, our goal is to empower our students to become the next leaders of our company.

Baseline Program Requirements:

• Currently enrolled as an undergraduate student at an accredited university
• Legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship by the company
• A minimum 3.0 GPA

Perks:

• Employee discounts at our top customer sites
• Networking with our global leaders
• Mentorship from senior employees
• Individual career development planning
• Professional and technical workshops
• Paid volunteer time off
• Energetic student community
• Leadership opportunities
• Potential for full-time offers after university graduation and completion of the program

Position Overview:

As a Thermo-Mechanical Product Engineering Intern , you will support the development and application of Simcenter Simlab(Formerly known as Altair Simlab) by evaluating existing workflows and helping build new workflows for thermo-mechanical analysis of engineering systems and products. You will also create supporting documentation, tutorials, and technical content. Working under general supervision, you will contribute to complex projects, collaborate closely with senior engineers, and exercise independent judgment when appropriate.

Key Responsibilities:

Thermo-Mechanical Workflow Development:

• Learn and apply Simcenter Simlab and related simulation tools for thermo-mechanical analysis workflows
• Develop and enhance workflows for thermal, structural, and coupled thermo-mechanical simulations across a variety of engineering applications
• Support the creation and validation of automated simulation processes for stress, deformation, fatigue, and thermal performance evaluations
• Test workflow robustness, performance, and usability, and recommend improvements to increase efficiency and reliability
• Build end-to-end tutorials and best-practice guides in collaboration with cross-functional teams
• Produce technical documentation, training materials, video demonstrations, and presentation content
• Contribute technical content for product marketing initiatives, webinars, conferences, and live events
• Assist Technical Product Managers and Application Engineers with customer projects, including reproducing, analyzing, and resolving simulation issues reported by customers
• Collaborate with application engineers, product definition teams, and software developers to ensure successful implementation of thermo-mechanical workflows through testing and validation
• Investigate emerging industry requirements and recommend new capabilities for thermo-mechanical simulation workflows

Requirements:

• Currently pursuing a Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering and enrolled in the first or second year of the program
• Comfortable working in a remote work environment preferably in the California region
• Experience in tools like Simcenter products (Optistruct,Radioss, Hypermesh and HEEDS) and 3D CAD (NX) modeling is a plus
• Python Scripting preferred
• Familiarity with PCB design and 2.5D/3D IC technologies is a plus
• Proficient in Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel PowerPoint)
• Proficient in CAMTASIA or Video editing tools
• Passionate, driven, and proactive
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Effective organizational and time management skills
• Desire to continuously improve and learn about new areas
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Inspires collaboration

You'll Benefit From

The hourly pay range for this position $18 - $50 per hour, based off of your projected graduation year. The actual wage offered may be lower or higher depending on budget and candidate experience, knowledge, skills, qualifications, and premium geographic location. Additionally, interns for Siemens are eligible to contribute into our 401K program.

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Application Deadline

This role will be posted for a minimum of five (5) days from the original posting date. The posting timeline may change based on applicant volume to ensure we attract and consider a strong and representative candidate pool.

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