Senior Staff Applications Engineer (Electronics Thermal Management)
Construction, Engineering & Trades · Civil & Industrial Engineering · Mechanical Engineering
In short
Synopsys is seeking a Senior Staff Applications Engineer specializing in Electronics Thermal Management in Vancouver, BC. This role involves leading customer engagements, deploying Ansys simulation solutions, and contributing to product development by understanding customer needs and providing expert technical support.
Responsibilities
- Lead technical engagement throughout the sales cycle, from discovery calls and product demos to proof-of-concept evaluations with prospective customers.
- Work directly with customers to understand their electronics cooling challenges, design workflows, and simulation needs at the package, board, and system level.
- Deploy Ansys simulation solutions, integrating Fluent, Icepak, or Mechanical into customer design processes and ensuring they deliver real engineering value.
- Test new Ansys releases on real industrial thermal problems, document what works, and create application best practices.
- Partner with product development teams to translate customer feedback into feature requests, workflow improvements, and product roadmap priorities.
- Deliver training sessions and consulting engagements that help customers get more out of Ansys tools, whether onsite, remote, or at industry events.
- Author technical content for conferences, webinars, and marketing campaigns that position Synopsys as a leader in electronics thermal simulation.
Requirements
- MS in Mechanical Engineering or related field with 6+ years in engineering software environments, or BS with 8+ years, or PhD with 3+ years (PhD with 7+ years preferred).
- At least 4 years in application engineering, customer support, or consulting roles where you worked directly with customers using engineering software.
- Strong technical grounding in fluid mechanics, CFD, and thermodynamics with hands-on application in electronics thermal management.
- Proficiency with Ansys tools such as Fluent, Icepak, or Mechanical, or equivalent experience with CAE, CAD, EDA, or PLM platforms.
- Experience integrating simulation into customer workflows at the package, board, or system level, not just running isolated analyses.
Desired Qualifications
- Experience with multiphysics simulation approaches like electro-thermal or thermo-mechanical coupling is a strong plus.
- Logical problem-solver with strong interpersonal and communication skills, fluent in English (written and spoken).
- Highly organized, self-motivated, and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously with a sense of urgency.
- Business-savvy and professional, projecting confidence and credibility in all interactions.
- Collaborative team player who thrives in cross-functional environments and is willing to mentor others.
- Professional, driven to succeed, and results-focused, with a commitment to continuous improvement within a fast-paced, innovative company.
Benefits
- Details about salary range and benefits will be provided during the hiring process.
- Commitment to provide access & opportunity to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodation throughout the recruitment and employment process.
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Company
Synopsys Inc
Job Posted
4 days ago
Employment Type
Full Time
WorkMode
On Site
Experience Level
Senior
Locations
Vancouver, Canada
United States
Qualification
Master, Bachelor, Doctoral
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