Senior Simulation Engineer
Who is TECHNIA
At TECHNIA, we simplify product innovation with smart solutions that speed up time to market. Our expertise helps companies stay competitive by making processes efficient and transparent. In other words, we bring SMARTER PRODUCTS FASTER.
We are a small entity but part of a global organisation. We are a PLM specialist, and we partner with Dassault Systems to deliver expert engineering services to clients. TECHNIA is a global leader in Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) and engineering solutions. As part of the Addnode Group, we empower innovation through technology, collaboration, and continuous learning. Our teams work with world-renowned brands across industries including life sciences, consumer goods, automotive, and aerospace.
At the forefront of everything we do are our TECHNIA Values: Go Explore, Keep Learning, Build Trust, Work Together and we are looking for a Senior Simulation Engineer who believes that these values make us stronger and embrace them as their own.
Why join us?
We offer a dynamic, international environment and an exciting opportunity to work with impactful projects together with a dedicated team.
Attractive Benefits package (Pension, healthcare and many more benefits)
Competitive Salary
Continuous training, support and focus on your personal and professional development
A truly diverse working environment where differences are embraced and a family- friendly culture is promoted.
Who do we think would suit the role
We’re looking for an experienced CAE/analysis engineer with strong technical expertise and a passion for solving complex engineering problems. You’ll be confident using simulation tools alongside first-principles engineering, and able to turn analysis into clear, practical design recommendations.
You should be a strong communicator, comfortable working with clients and leading technical discussions, with the ability to manage multiple projects and collaborate across teams. Experience mentoring others and contributing to continuous improvement or business development is desirable.
A relevant engineering degree is required; chartership or progress towards it is a plus.
About the Role:
Perform advanced simulations of components, systems, and products using a range of CAE tools and methodologies
Define and agree analysis scope based on customer requirements, providing technical leadership to stakeholders
Apply first-principles engineering and hand calculations to validate and support simulation results
Interpret analysis outputs and deliver clear, data-driven design recommendations
Lead technical discussions and chair customer meetings, ensuring actions are tracked and delivered on time
Develop, maintain, and enhance CAE standards, processes, and best practices across the organisation
Mentor and support junior engineers, providing technical guidance and training
Interface directly with clients to resolve complex technical challenges and deliver expert advice
Produce high-quality technical reports, documentation, and presentations for diverse audiences
Develop reusable simulation models and methodologies to improve efficiency and consistency
Monitor and drive improvements in CAE tools, methods, and capabilities
Support business development activities, including proposal writing and identifying new opportunities
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including design, manufacturing, and commercial functions
Oversee testing, validation, and prototype evaluation to support product development and verification
Ensure compliance with internal processes, quality standards, and relevant regulatory requirements
Manage analysis data, documentation, and quality assurance activities effectively
Support trial planning, coordination, and execution where required
Provide technical support to internal and external stakeholders
Contribute to continuous improvement and innovation within the engineering function
Undertake additional responsibilities aligned with role seniority
Requirements
BEng in Automotive, Mechanical, or Aerospace Engineering, or a BSc in a relevant Engineering discipline
Strong knowledge of product, system, and component analysis for project delivery
Experience using Abaqus/CAE or Abaqus for CATIA
Good understanding of engineering materials and their properties in design and analysis
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Demonstrable problem-solving skills and analytical thinking
Strong presentation and communication skills
Technical Skills
Hand calculations
Structural analysis (linear and non-linear)
Dynamic, modal, and vibration analysis
Thermal and thermal stress analysis
Personal Attributes
Strong teamwork and collaboration skills
Good interpersonal and communication abilities
The process:
TECHNIA has a Diverse and inclusive environment. We are looking for qualified candidates irrespective of gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, race, religion, national origin, disability, or age.
We look forward to your application!
- Department
- IT, tech & engineering
- Role
- Simulation Engineer
- Locations
- Milton Keynes, United Kingdom
- Remote status
- Hybrid