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Electra

Simulation Engineer

Manassas, VA · Hybrid

Bachelor's degree in engineering or equivalent experience (aerospace, electrical, mechanical, or software preferred). * 2+ years of experience in simulation development, systems integration, or ...

OSTEOCENTRIC TECHNOLOGIES INC

Simulation Engineer

Logan, UT · On-site

$100K - $150K/yr

As our Simulation Engineer , you'll own the full analysis lifecycle: building complex Ansys models ... Develop, set up, and execute simulation models using Ansys Mechanical, Ansys Motion, Ansys LS-DYNA ...

1X Technologies AS

Simulation Engineer

San Carlos, CA · On-site

$119K - $253K/yr

As a Simulation Engineer at 1X Technologies, you will lead thermal and multi-body structural ... Collaborate with mechanical, controls, and HW teams to translate requirements into models. * Run ...

Freeform

Senior Simulation Engineer

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

Bachelor's degree in applied mathematics, physics, computer science, mechanical engineering, or a related technical field. * 5+ years of professional experience developing custom simulation solvers ...

Freeform

Senior Simulation Engineer

Los Angeles, CA

Bachelor's degree in applied mathematics, physics, computer science, mechanical engineering, or a related technical field. * 5+ years of professional experience developing custom simulation solvers ...

Freeform

Senior Simulation Engineer

Los Angeles, CA

Bachelor's degree in applied mathematics, physics, computer science, mechanical engineering, or a related technical field. * 5+ years of professional experience developing custom simulation solvers ...

1X Technologies AS

Simulation Engineer

San Carlos, CA · On-site

$119K - $203K/yr

As a Simulation Engineer at 1X Technologies, you will lead thermal and multi-body structural ... Collaborate with mechanical, controls, and HW teams to translate requirements into models. * Run ...

Apptronik

Simulation Engineer

Austin, TX · On-site

As a Simulation Engineer on the Sim team, you'll contribute across dexterity, design simulation ... Exposure to mechanical engineering, robot hardware, or sim-to-real workflows * Some C++ exposure

Freeform

Principal Simulation Engineer

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

Bachelor's degree in applied mathematics, physics, computer science, mechanical engineering, or a related technical field. * 10+ years of professional experience developing custom simulation solvers ...

Freeform

Principal Simulation Engineer

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

Bachelor's degree in applied mathematics, physics, computer science, mechanical engineering, or a related technical field. * 10+ years of professional experience developing custom simulation solvers ...

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How much do mechanical simulation engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for mechanical simulation engineer in the United States is $102,878.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $81,500.00 and $126,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Mechanical Simulation Engineer job?

A Mechanical Simulation Engineer uses computer-aided engineering (CAE) tools to analyze and predict the behavior of mechanical systems under various conditions. They create models, run simulations, and interpret results to optimize designs for performance, durability, and safety. This role is critical in industries like automotive, aerospace, and manufacturing, where virtual testing reduces the need for costly physical prototypes. Strong expertise in finite element analysis (FEA), computational fluid dynamics (CFD), and material science is essential.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Mechanical Simulation Engineer position, and why are they important?

Mechanical Simulation Engineers typically need a robust background in mechanical engineering principles, physics, and computer-aided engineering (CAE), often supported by a bachelor’s or master’s degree in engineering. Familiarity with simulation tools such as ANSYS, Abaqus, or COMSOL, and proficiency in programming languages like Python or MATLAB, are commonly required, while certifications in simulation software can be an advantage. Strong problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and effective communication skills enable successful collaboration with multidisciplinary teams. These combined skills allow engineers to accurately model mechanical systems, communicate insights, and drive innovation in product development.

What types of projects and daily responsibilities can I expect as a Mechanical Simulation Engineer?

As a Mechanical Simulation Engineer, you’ll typically work on projects involving the modeling and analysis of mechanical systems, components, or assemblies using advanced simulation software. Day-to-day responsibilities often include setting up simulations, interpreting results, refining models based on testing or feedback, and preparing technical reports for engineering and design teams. You’ll regularly collaborate with design engineers, product managers, and manufacturing specialists to ensure your analyses inform design decisions and improve product performance. Problem-solving and iterative testing are common, making adaptability and effective communication key parts of the role.

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Senior Simulation Engineer

Senior Simulation Engineer

Metis Technology Solutions Inc

Mountain View, CA • On-site

$120K - $180K/yr

Full-time

Posted 21 days ago

Job description

Senior Simulation Engineer


The successful applicant will lead simulation and technology projects and experiments, and be part of a team that develops, maintains, and runs simulations in flight simulator facilities at NASA Ames Research Center's SimLabs. SimLabs consists of the Vertical Motion Simulator (VMS), the largest vertical motion simulator in the world; the Advanced Concepts Flight Simulator (ACFS), a hexapod simulator being readied for passenger ride quality research; and FutureFlight Central (FFC), an Air Traffic Control (ATC) simulation facility. The Simulation Engineer will work with team members and research customers to develop, integrate, and test real-time aircraft and spacecraft simulations to fulfill research requirements, generate and validate research data, and provide support during human-in-the-loop simulations to ensure research goals are met. See www.nasa.gov/simlabs and https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KBgvGmhLFXk&t=66s for more information about SimLabs.


Responsibilities

  1. The Senior Simulation Engineer is responsible for overall management and engineering activities of simulation experiments and technology projects, including:
    1. Project plan development and tracking.
    2. Simulation team task management.
    3. Customer collaboration, and requirements management.
  2. Works within a very software-diverse laboratory environment, addressing system functionality across multiple operating systems (Windows, Linux) and software languages (C/C++, Python, MATLAB/Simulink, Java).
  3. Designs, implements, and modifies aircraft math models and other simulation-specific code per customer requirements. Tests and verifies that models and code meet operational performance requirements.
  4. Works closely with the simulation engineering team to initiate, address, and test new software features and bug fixes.
  5. Operates flight simulators according to research/test plans and serves as the main point of communication for customers and simulation team members involved in running a simulation.
  6. Implements and tests new simulation hardware in the existing simulation infrastructure.
  7. Generates documentation for new software and hardware capabilities, and simulation projects.

Required Qualifications

  1. Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Aeronautics, Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, or related discipline.
  2. More than five years of work experience or other equivalent experience.
  3. Experience in modeling and simulation or equivalent engineering activities.
  4. Experience with MATLAB/Simulink and converting Simulink models to C code using Simulink Coder.
  5. Experience in simulation experiment management.
  6. Strong programming background (e.g., C/C++).
  7. Excellent communication skills.
  8. Eager to learn and understand the simulation software and technologies at SimLabs.


Desired Qualifications

  1. Experience with real-time human-in-the-loop flight simulations and simulators.
  2. Experience in disciplines such as aerodynamics, flight dynamics, flight controls, propulsion, and navigation systems.
  3. Knowledge of Unix shell scripting.
  4. Experience with configuration management tools (such as Git and SVN) and software life cycle practices.


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