Lead Software Engineer-Mesh

Cadence is seeking a Lead Software Engineer-Mesh to implement and enhance meshing algorithms for CAD and simulation applications. The role involves working on FEM meshing, including geometry cleanup, surface triangulation, and tetrahedral volume meshing, and collaborating with senior developers. Candidates should have a Master's or Bachelor's degree with 5+ years in 3D CAD geometry algorithms and 3+ years in FEM meshing, with strong C++ and data structures skills.

Must Have

• Implement and enhance meshing algorithms for CAD and simulation applications.
• Work on FEM meshing, including CAD geometry cleanup, surface triangulation, and tetrahedral volume meshing.
• Master’s or Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years of experience in 3D CAD geometry algorithms.
• At least 3 years of experience in FEM meshing.
• Experience developing or strong expertise in 3D geometry kernels (ACIS, Parasolid, OCC).
• At least 3 years of experience working on commercial software products with more than 10,000 users.
• Proficiency in C++ programming and solid understanding of data structures.

Good to Have

• Experience developing CAD or meshing debugging tools.
• Experience working on early-stage projects.
• Strong skills in software architecture and object-oriented design.
• Familiarity with Delaunay mesh generation.
• Knowledge of TetGen or Detri2 algorithms.
• Knowledge of numerical methods and computational geometry.

Responsibilities

Implement and enhance meshing algorithms for CAD and simulation applications.

Work on FEM meshing, including CAD geometry cleanup, surface triangulation, and tetrahedral volume meshing.

Collaborate with senior developers to integrate meshing features into larger software systems.

Support the testing, validation, and debugging of meshing functionalities.

Qualifications

Master’s degree or Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years of experience in 3D CAD geometry algorithms, including at least 3 years of experience in FEM meshing.

Experience developing or strong expertise in 3D geometry kernels (e.g., ACIS, Parasolid, OCC).

At least 3 years of experience working on commercial software products with more than 10,000 users, including contributions to bug fixes, new feature development, and robust algorithm implementation.

Experience developing CAD or meshing debugging tools and working on early-stage projects; strong skills in software architecture and object-oriented design.

Familiarity with Delaunay mesh generation; knowledge of TetGen or Detri2 algorithms is a plus.

Strong problem-solving and debugging abilities.

Clear career focus and long-term interest in FEM meshing.

Proficiency in C++ programming and solid understanding of data structures.

Ability to work effectively in a collaborative R&D environment.

Knowledge of numerical methods and computational geometry.