R&D Engineer II (MAPDL Material Modeling)

 Requisition #: 17071 

Our Mission: Powering Innovation That Drives Human Advancement  

When visionary companies need to know how their world-changing ideas will perform, they close the gap between design and reality with Ansys simulation. For more than 50 years, Ansys software has enabled innovators across industries to push boundaries by using the predictive power of simulation. From sustainable transportation to advanced semiconductors, from satellite systems to life-saving medical devices, the next great leaps in human advancement will be powered by Ansys. 

Innovate With Ansys, Power Your Career.  

SUMMARY 

We are seeking a highly motivated and technically strong R&D Engineer II to join our development team working on cutting-edge material constitutive modeling within the Ansys Mechanical APDL (MAPDL) platform. In this role, you will contribute to the design, development, and support of industry-leading simulation software used by top engineers and scientists worldwide.

You’ll work alongside a team of domain experts and software engineers to develop advanced nonlinear material models and implement innovative capabilities that enable simulation of real-world materials and behavior under complex conditions. This is a unique opportunity to have real-world impact, contribute to the future of engineering simulation, and grow your expertise at the intersection of mechanics, computation, and software development.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Design, research, develop, and maintain advanced material constitutive models within the Ansys MAPDL finite element solver.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate complex physics and customer requirements into robust, scalable software solutions.
• Participate in technical discussions in projects involving material behavior such as plasticity, creep, damage, hyperelasticity, and viscoelasticity.
• Apply best practices in software engineering, performance optimization, and code quality.
• Investigate and resolve moderately complex bugs; work with QA and support teams to reproduce, diagnose, and fix customer-reported issues.
• Support long-term planning by researching new methods and understanding competitive landscapes
• Work under the guidance of a development manager while contributing independently to project goals.

MINIMUM QUALIFACTIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Civil, Aeronautical Engineering, Applied Mechanics, or a closely related field with 2 years of experience in developing material constitutive models, or MS.
• Strong foundation in computational mechanics and nonlinear finite element analysis.
• Proficient in Fortran and/or C/C++, Python, and modern software development tools.
• Demonstrated ability to write robust, efficient, and maintainable code.
• Familiarity with cloud environments and commercial simulation software practices.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Ph.D. in Mechanical, Civil, Aeronautical Engineering, Applied Mechanics, or a closely related field with a focus on material constitutive modeling or solid mechanics.
• Deep expertise in material constitutive model theory and implementation in areas such as:
  • Plasticity including multisurface and pressure-dependent yield surfaces
  • Creep, visco-elasticity, and viscoplasticity
  • Damage and failure modeling
  • Finite strain material modeling
• Solid knowledge of finite element theory, element formulation, and nonlinear solver strategies.
• Understanding of numerical methods, solution stability, and algorithm development.
• Experience developing within a large-scale commercial software environment.
• Proven track record of successfully leading or contributing to technical projects, from design to delivery.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a distributed global team.
• Curiosity, initiative, and passion for solving complex engineering challenges.

At Ansys, we know that changing the world takes vision, skill, and each other. We fuel new ideas, build relationships, and help each other realize our greatest potential. We are ONE Ansys. We operate on three key components: our commitments to stakeholders, our values that guide how we work together, and our actions to deliver results. As ONE Ansys, we are powering innovation that drives human advancement

Our Commitments:

• Amaze with innovative products and solutions
• Make our customers incredibly successful
• Act with integrity
• Ensure employees thrive and shareholders prosper

Our Values:

• Adaptability: Be open, welcome what’s next
• Courage: Be courageous, move forward passionately
• Generosity: Be generous, share, listen, serve
• Authenticity: Be you, make us stronger

Our Actions:

• We commit to audacious goals
• We work seamlessly as a team
• We demonstrate mastery
• We deliver outstanding results

VALUES IN ACTION

Ansys is committed to powering the people who power human advancement. We believe in creating and nurturing a workplace that supports and welcomes people of all backgrounds; encouraging them to bring their talents and experience to a workplace where they are valued and can thrive.  

Our culture is grounded in our four core values of adaptability, courage, generosity, and authenticity. Through our behaviors and actions, these values foster higher team performance and greater innovation for our customers.  

We’re proud to offer programs, available to all employees, to further impact innovation and business outcomes, such as employee networks and learning communities that inform solutions for our globally minded customer base. 

WELCOME WHAT’S NEXT IN YOUR CAREER AT ANSYS

At Ansys, you will find yourself among the sharpest minds and most visionary leaders across the globe. Collectively, we strive to change the world with innovative technology and transformational solutions. With a prestigious reputation in working with well-known, world-class companies, standards at Ansys are high — met by those willing to rise to the occasion and meet those challenges head on. Our team is passionate about pushing the limits of world-class simulation technology, empowering our customers to turn their design concepts into successful, innovative products faster and at a lower cost. Ready to feel inspired? Check out some of our recent customer stories, here and here.

At Ansys, it’s about the learning, the discovery, and the collaboration. It’s about the “what’s next” as much as the “mission accomplished.” And it’s about the melding of disciplined intellect with strategic direction and results that have, can, and do impact real people in real ways. All this is forged within a working environment built on respect, autonomy, and ethics.
 

CREATING A PLACE WE’RE PROUD TO BE 
Ansys is an S&P 500 company and a member of the NASDAQ-100. We are proud to have been recognized for the following more recent awards, although our list goes on: Newsweek’s Most Loved Workplace globally and in the U.S., Gold Stevie Award Winner, America’s Most Responsible Companies, Fast Company World Changing Ideas, Great Place to Work Certified (China, Greece, France, India, Japan, Korea, Spain, Sweden, Taiwan, and U.K.).

 
For more information, please visit us at www.ansys.com
 

Ansys is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics.
 
Ansys does not accept unsolicited referrals for vacancies, and any unsolicited referral will become the property of Ansys. Upon hire, no fee will be owed to the agency, person, or entity.