R&D Engineer II

Ansys; Wrexham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job description

Requisition #: 16516

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 / Role Purpose

The R&D Engineer II contributes to the development of software and supporting systems for ConceptEV, a cloud-based electric vehicle simulation tool. In this role, the R&D Engineer II will collaborate with a team of expert professionals and use technical and problem-solving skills to understand customer requirements and accomplish development objectives. This is an excellent opportunity to bring your software skills to make a big impact in electric vehicle design and sustainable clean energy products.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

1. Perform development activities, including the design, implementation, maintenance, testing and documentation of software modules and sub-systems
2. Perform bug verification, testing and beta support
3. Research problems discovered by QA or product support and develop solutions using a combination of software engineering skills and understanding of physical principles
4. Participate and contribute to regular planning meetings
5. Work in a team under the general supervision of a lead developer

Minimum Education/Certification Requirements and Experience

1. BSc/MSc in Physics, Maths, Engineering, Computer Science, or related field with 2 years of experience, or PhD with no experience
2. Experience of software development and/or computational numerical analysis in a commercial or academic setting with the use of Python
3. Passion for creating high-quality software solutions to multi-physics problems

Preferred Qualifications and Skills

1. Exposure to software development processes including automated testing and version control
2. Strong aptitude in Physics and Mathematics
3. Experience with cloud technologies including REST APIs
4. Ability to learn quickly and to collaborate with others in a geographically distributed team
5. Knowledge of electric vehicles and plug-in hybrid topologies

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.

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.

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.