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Applications Engineering, Staff Engineer - Icepak

Shenzhen, Guangdong, China

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Category: EngineeringHire Type: Employee

Job ID 16050Date posted 03/09/2026

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. We lead in chip design, verification, and IP integration, empowering the creation of high-performance silicon chips and software content. Join us to transform the future through continuous technological innovation.

You Are:

You are a dynamic and solution-oriented engineering professional passionate about solving real-world challenges through simulation technology. Your expertise lies in applying advanced thermal simulation tools to break down complex customer problems and deliver impactful, practical solutions. You thrive in both collaborative and independent environments, leveraging your technical proficiency to support clients and internal teams alike. With a strong foundation in Engineering Thermophysics, Power Engineering, or Fluid Mechanics, you can confidently navigate the intricacies of electronics thermal simulation, CFD, and large-scale thermal design. Your previous experience in pre-sales or customer delivery has made you adept at translating technical concepts into clear, actionable presentations for a variety of audiences, both in Chinese and English.

You believe in continuous learning and actively pursue opportunities to expand your skillset, whether through programming automation scripts, mastering multiphysics coupling, or exploring advanced simulation workflows. Your communication skills enable you to build trust and rapport with clients, ensuring their needs are heard and addressed efficiently. You are self-motivated, proactive, and possess a strong sense of urgency, always striving to exceed expectations and deliver high-quality results. Whether preparing technical reports, conducting training sessions, or supporting marketing activities, you approach every task with professionalism and a customer-centric mindset. You are excited by the prospect of working with global teams and are flexible enough to travel as required to meet project goals. If you are ready to make a tangible impact in the fast-evolving world of electronics thermal simulation, Synopsys welcomes you to join our inclusive and innovative team in Shenzhen.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Applying professional knowledge to address customer pain points and develop effective simulation solutions for real-world engineering challenges.

• Providing technical support throughout the sales process, including leading or assisting with pre-sales presentations, solution evaluations, and knowledge extraction.

• Delivering introductory and intermediate-level training on ANSYS AEDT Icepak/FEA, empowering customers to optimize their simulation workflows.

• Preparing and maintaining deliverables such as pre-sales proposals, technical reports, demonstration cases, and automation scripts to support customer and sales needs.

• Communicating directly with Product Management and R&D teams to relay genuine customer requirements and submit bug reports for continuous product improvement.

• Supporting marketing activities through technical seminars, trade show demonstrations, and online webinars, enhancing Synopsys’ market presence.

• Collaborating across global teams to ensure seamless project delivery and knowledge sharing.

The Impact You Will Have:

• Accelerating customer success by transforming their engineering challenges into innovative simulation solutions.

• Strengthening Synopsys’ reputation as a trusted technical partner through expert support and training.

• Driving product adoption and customer satisfaction by delivering clear, actionable technical guidance.

• Enhancing product quality and functionality by providing valuable customer feedback and bug reports to R&D.

• Expanding Synopsys’ reach in key markets through impactful marketing and educational initiatives.

• Contributing to a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement within the global Synopsys community.

What You’ll Need:

• Bachelor’s degree or above in Engineering Thermophysics, Power Engineering, Fluid Mechanics, or related fields.

• At least 3 years of relevant experience for Master’s degree holders, or 5+ years for Bachelor’s degree holders in electronics thermal simulation, CFD, or thermal design. Pre-sales or customer delivery experience is preferred.

• Proficiency in ANSYS Icepak or at least one electronics thermal simulation tool such as Fluent or FloTHERM, with the ability to independently complete the full workflow from modeling to results interpretation.

• Familiarity with basic structural simulation operations, including stress and strain analysis.

• Knowledge of thermal design for data centers, energy storage systems, automotive electronics, or experience in large-scale system thermal design.

• Experience with multiphysics coupling; exposure to transient multiphysics or ROM model reduction is a plus.

• Programming skills in Python or other languages for simulation workflow automation are preferred.

• Strong English writing and speaking skills, capable of preparing and presenting PPTs in English and communicating with global teams.

Who You Are:

• Excellent communicator with strong interpersonal skills, able to maintain a professional presence in customer interactions.

• Self-motivated, proactive, and possess a strong sense of urgency in project follow-up and delivery.

• Adaptable team player who thrives in collaborative environments and embraces diverse perspectives.

• Detail-oriented, analytical thinker who approaches challenges with creativity and resourcefulness.

• Willingness to travel and engage with clients and teams across different locations.

The Team You’ll Be A Part Of:

You’ll join a passionate and highly skilled Applications Engineering team based in Shenzhen, dedicated to empowering customers through advanced simulation solutions. The team collaborates closely with Product Management, R&D, and global colleagues to drive innovation and deliver exceptional results. Together, you’ll be at the forefront of solving real-world engineering challenges and shaping the future of electronics thermal design.

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.

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Key responsibilities include:

• Providing technical support in structural simulation to customers and channel partners
• Owning customer issues, delivering complete solutions through all stages of the sales and support lifecycle
• Conducting training sessions, webinars, and contributing to professional services projects with cross-disciplinary engineers
• Gathering customer requirements and collaborating with product development teams to enhance software capabilities
• Testing new software releases using industrial use cases to validate performance and usability
• Developing and sharing best practices, FAQs, and knowledge assets for internal and customer use

As a staff engineer, you will have the opportunity to influence future product features by translating customer needs into actionable insights. You will also strengthen Synopsys' reputation as a leader in engineering simulation and support innovation and customer success across diverse industries in Japan.

Requirements include:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical, Chemical, Aerospace, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field
• 2+ years of relevant engineering experience (5+ years preferred for Bachelor's, 3+ years for Master's)
• Solid knowledge of computational mechanics and structural simulation
• Experience with Python scripting for automation or app development
• Hands-on experience with Ansys or other CAE/CAD/EDA/PLM tools
• Expertise in one or more areas: vibration, thermal stress, manufacturing process simulation
• Strong English writing and presentation skills, with ability to deliver training sessions
• Ability to travel up to 25%

Preferred qualifications include a strong understanding of material models and ability to translate business needs into execution plans.

As a staff engineer, you will join a dynamic engineering team dedicated to helping customers in Japan succeed with advanced simulation technologies. The team works closely with global product groups and customers to deliver technical excellence, drive product improvements, and support key projects across structural simulation and professional services.

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Structural Simulation Application Engineer – FA&D

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. We lead in chip design, verification, and IP integration, empowering the creation of high-performance silicon chips and software content. Join us to transform the future through continuous technological innovation.

You Are:

You are an innovative engineer skilled in structural simulation with a strong understanding of finite element analysis. You excel at solving complex challenges, engaging with customers, and collaborating across teams in dynamic environments. You effectively translate technical requirements into practical solutions and stay current with industry trends through continuous learning.

You value diversity and inclusion, combining analytical and creative thinking to deliver user-friendly, scalable solutions. Motivated by impact, you contribute to product improvement, customer success, and mentoring others. Your strong communication skills, attention to detail, and commitment to excellence enable you to manage multiple priorities and help shape the future of engineering innovation.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Leads the coordination and execution of all technical activities throughout the lifecycle of a sales opportunity, e.g. technical discovery, negotiation of technical success criteria, product presentations, demonstrations, and evaluations. Works independently, results-oriented, across teams and organizations.

• Working closely with Federal Aerospace & Defense customers to understand their needs.

• As a credible hands-on expert in the customer's application, you will work with customers to better understand their product development requirements and what they need to improve their performance metrics. You will address application-specific design and simulation requirements by utilizing the relevant product technologies and platforms that best meet the customer's needs. You will internalize the value proposition and convince the customer of the compelling reasons to use Synopsys tools.

• Support the development of differentiating simulation solutions using the Ansys platform and our products; implement our Ansys solutions into your customers' design workflows. Expand your expertise and become a recognized expert in your field of application.

• Collaborate with Product Development to translate customer requirements into new product features; participate in the testing of new Ansys product releases, develop application best practices.

• Support the Field and Digital Marketing team by developing promotional materials and supporting events, author conference presentations.

• Contribute to and lead professional service deliveries and conduct training classes.

The Impact You Will Have:

• Accelerate customer adoption of Synopsys communications solutions across diverse industries.

• Enhance product performance and reliability through diligent technical support and feedback.

• Bridge the gap between customers and internal teams for seamless product improvements.

• Empower customers to achieve breakthrough innovations in communications and semiconductor design.

• Foster a culture of collaboration and knowledge sharing within the Applications Engineering team.

• Contribute to Synopsys’ leadership in communications technology by enabling successful implementations and use cases.

• Shape industry standards and best practices by representing Synopsys in external engagements.

• Drive continuous improvement in customer satisfaction and product adoption rates.

What You’ll Need:

• Required education and degree type: BS or MS or PhD in Mechanical or Aerospace, or related field

• Required minimum years of professional experience in an engineering software environment: BS+5, MS+3, or PhD+0

• Two years of hands-on experience in FEA modeling using commercial CAE tools like Ansys Mechanical/ LS-DYNA or other similar products

• Strong fundamentals in structural mechanics and continuum mechanics

• Logical problem-solving, strong interpersonal and communication skills, fluent in writing and speaking English

• Strong organizational and time management skills, possess a sense of urgency

• Projects a professional image and demonstrates business acumen, driven to succeed

• Ability to travel domestically up to 25% of time

• Basic understanding of AI/ML algorithms

• Scripting experience in Python/C++

This position requires compliance with U.S. government security and/or access requirements. As a result, only U.S. citizens are eligible for this position.

Who You Are:

• Excellent communicator,able to convey technical information clearly and concisely.

• Collaborative team player who thrives in diverse, inclusive environments.

• Analytical thinker with strong problem-solving skills.

• Adaptable and able to manage multiple priorities in dynamic settings.

• Customer-focused, with a commitment to delivering outstanding service and solutions.

• Proactive learner, open to new technologies and approaches.

• Empathetic and supportive, ready to mentor and guide others.

The Team You’ll Be A Part Of:

You’ll join a highly skilled Applications Engineering team specializing in structural simulation. The team is dedicated to supporting customers, advancing product innovation, and driving technical excellence across Ansys’ Mechanical portfolio. Collaboration is at the heart of our work, and we foster an environment where ideas are shared freely and every team member’s contributions are valued. Together, we tackle complex challenges and enable customers to achieve their goals.

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.

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