We currently have 614 open roles

Innovation Starts Here

Find Jobs For

Where?When autocomplete results are available use up and down arrows to review and enter to select. Touch device users, explore by touch or with swipe gestures.

Applications Engineering, Staff Engineer

Canonsburg, Pennsylvania, United States

Save

Category: EngineeringHire Type: Employee

Job ID 16067Base Salary Range $112000-$168000Date posted 03/25/2026

We Are:

At Synopsys, we drive the innovations that shape the way we live and connect. Our technology is central to the Era of Pervasive Intelligence, from self-driving cars to learning machines.

You Are:

You are an experienced engineering professional, passionate about advancing the frontiers of high frequency electromagnetics. With a strong foundation in engineering principles and hands-on expertise in simulation tools like Ansys HFSS, STK, SIwave, or Q3D Extractor, you thrive in multidisciplinary environments and enjoy collaborating with diverse teams to solve complex technical challenges.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Leading the coordination and execution of all technical activities throughout the lifecycle of sales opportunities, including technical discovery, negotiation of success criteria, product presentations, demonstrations, and evaluations.

• Engaging directly with customers to understand their product development requirements and addressing application-specific design and simulation needs using Synopsys/Ansys tools.

• Developing and implementing differentiating simulation solutions, integrating Synopsys/Ansys platforms into customer workflows, and becoming a recognized expert in high frequency electromagnetics.

• Collaborating with product development teams to translate customer feedback into new product features, participating in testing new releases, and establishing best practices for application engineering.

• Supporting field and digital marketing efforts by creating promotional materials, delivering conference presentations, and contributing to event activities.

• Leading professional service deliveries, conducting training classes, and ensuring customer productivity through ongoing methodology support and technical guidance.

The Impact You Will Have:

• Empowering customers to optimize their product development processes and achieve superior performance metrics with advanced simulation solutions.

• Driving adoption of Synopsys/Ansys software by demonstrating compelling value and technical advantages to customers and stakeholders.

• Contributing to the evolution of Synopsys products by channeling real-world customer requirements into innovative features and capabilities.

• Enhancing industry best practices and establishing Synopsys as a thought leader in high frequency electromagnetics and simulation technology.

• Expanding the Synopsys business through technical sales support, professional services, and targeted marketing activities.

• Building lasting relationships with customers and partners, fostering trust and collaboration that propel Synopsys' market leadership.

What You’ll Need:

• BS, MS, or PhD in Mechanical, Chemical, Aerospace, Electrical Engineering or a related field (BS+5, MS+3, PhD+0 years of experience in engineering software environments).

• Demonstrated experience with Ansys HFSS, STK, SIwave, Q3D Extractor, or other industry-standard simulation software (CAE, CAD, EDA, PLM).

• Advanced knowledge of RF circuit packaging, PCB and connector design, and simulation methodologies.

• Expertise in high frequency electromagnetics, microwave and antenna concepts, including S-parameters, wave propagation, antenna radiation patterns, scattering analysis, and component coupling/interference analysis.

• Understanding of Electromagnetic Compatibility and Interference, and experience with multi-physics implications on electronic devices (thermal, stress, reliability).

Who You Are:

• Logical problem-solver with strong organizational and time management skills.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities; fluent in written and spoken English.

• Professional and business-savvy, projecting a credible image in all interactions.

• Self-driven, results-oriented, and able to work independently across teams and organizations.

• Adaptable and willing to travel domestically up to 25% as needed.

The Team You’ll Be A Part Of:

You will join a dynamic, multidisciplinary team of application engineers, product specialists, and sales professionals dedicated to delivering end-to-end simulation solutions for high frequency electromagnetics. The team collaborates closely with product development, marketing, and customer support to ensure Synopsys/Ansys tools make a meaningful impact across industries.

Rewards and Benefits:

We offer a comprehensive range of health, wellness, and financial benefits to cater to your needs. Our total rewards include both monetary and non-monetary offerings. Your recruiter will provide more details about the salary range and benefits during the hiring process.

XML job scraping automation by YubHub