Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence
Senior Development Engineer
Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence, Irvine, California, United States, 92713
Summary
Hexagon's Manufacturing Intelligence division empowers manufacturers to innovate with confidence by delivering solutions that transform design, production, and inspection processes. As part of Hexagon—the global leader in measurement technologies—we combine advanced software and hardware to connect the physical and digital worlds. Our technologies enable smarter manufacturing through data‑driven insights, precision engineering, and sustainable automation that help customers across industries achieve higher quality, efficiency, and productivity.
In this role, you will work as a Senior Development Engineer within the Product Development group, supporting the advancement and enhancement of nonlinear implicit finite element solvers in Marc and Nastran, as well as explicit solvers in Dytran. You will author detailed design documents, translate those designs into high‑quality code, and conduct thorough testing to ensure robust and reliable performance. In addition to your own development work, you will lead projects from inception through delivery, providing technical guidance and mentorship to junior developers to ensure successful outcomes across the team.
This hybrid position is based in Irvine, California. Remote work may be considered for exceptional candidates.
Job Responsibilities
Develop algorithms for nonlinear finite element analysis.
Perform design, implementation, system integration, documentation, and unit/system testing across our nonlinear product lines (Marc, Nastran, Dytran)
Project and technical management
Author project and user documentation.
Stay abreast of external developments in Finite Element based structural dynamics methods
Enhance and correct defects in Nastran
Ensure all deliverables meet established Product Quality Metrics and Guidelines.
Assist QA and Project Testing teams with benchmarking and certification to ensure a successful and timely product release.
Provide second‑line support to MSC application/support engineers.
Work Experience
MS with 8+ years, PhD with 5+ years. High‑impact applications with notable accomplishments or academic background are also encouraged to apply.
Experience in development and implementation of finite element code, user subroutine of commercial FE package, numerical material model is desired.
Programming experience in
Fortran,
C, C++, Python and other scripting languages.
Exposure to commercial finite element codes like LS‑Dyna, Ansys, Abaqus, Nastran, Marc would be highly preferred.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Master's degree / PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Applied Mechanics and Aerospace Engineering or related field, with emphasis in development and application of software with finite element methods.
Engineering Simulation
For FE developers, detailed knowledge of solid mechanics, linear and nonlinear finite element solution (implicit and/or explicit methods)
Contact modeling including scaling is highly desired.
Experience with scaling (DMP/SMP) as well as GPUs desirable. Ability to read research papers, identify and implement algorithms
Exposure to commercial graphical user interfaces like Patran, Apex, ANSA or Hypermesh
Exposure to commercial products like LS‑Dyna, Nastran, Adams, Marc, Abaqus, Ansys
Software Development
Good knowledge of programming. Fortran, C, Cuda
Good knowledge of Unix and Windows
Planning and Communication
Ability to grasp instructions and provide effective feedback on projects
Ability to plan projects and execute
Ability to interact with peers, junior developers, support personnel and sales teams
Excellent verbal and written skills in English
Excellent problem solving skills
Extremely motivated and a team player
Ability to handle multiple tasks with competing time line target commitments
What We Offer We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:
Competitive salary with performance‑based bonuses
Comprehensive healthcare (medical, dental, vision) including HSA and FSA options
Paid time off, including holidays and parental leave
401(k) with generous employer match
Life, disability, and supplemental insurance options
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and wellness resources
Tuition reimbursement and professional development support
Flexible work schedules and hybrid work options
Explore Life at Hexagon At Hexagon, we're empowering an autonomous, sustainable future through innovation in manufacturing intelligence, simulation, and automation. Get to know our teams, our culture, and our technology through our social media channels:
Instagram: @hexagon_mi | @hexagon_ab
LinkedIn: Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence
YouTube: Hexagon MI | Hexagon AB
Twitter/X: @HexagonMI | @HexagonAB
Facebook: Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence
Learn more at hexagon.com and get inspired by how we shape smart change across industries
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In this role, you will work as a Senior Development Engineer within the Product Development group, supporting the advancement and enhancement of nonlinear implicit finite element solvers in Marc and Nastran, as well as explicit solvers in Dytran. You will author detailed design documents, translate those designs into high‑quality code, and conduct thorough testing to ensure robust and reliable performance. In addition to your own development work, you will lead projects from inception through delivery, providing technical guidance and mentorship to junior developers to ensure successful outcomes across the team.
This hybrid position is based in Irvine, California. Remote work may be considered for exceptional candidates.
Job Responsibilities
Develop algorithms for nonlinear finite element analysis.
Perform design, implementation, system integration, documentation, and unit/system testing across our nonlinear product lines (Marc, Nastran, Dytran)
Project and technical management
Author project and user documentation.
Stay abreast of external developments in Finite Element based structural dynamics methods
Enhance and correct defects in Nastran
Ensure all deliverables meet established Product Quality Metrics and Guidelines.
Assist QA and Project Testing teams with benchmarking and certification to ensure a successful and timely product release.
Provide second‑line support to MSC application/support engineers.
Work Experience
MS with 8+ years, PhD with 5+ years. High‑impact applications with notable accomplishments or academic background are also encouraged to apply.
Experience in development and implementation of finite element code, user subroutine of commercial FE package, numerical material model is desired.
Programming experience in
Fortran,
C, C++, Python and other scripting languages.
Exposure to commercial finite element codes like LS‑Dyna, Ansys, Abaqus, Nastran, Marc would be highly preferred.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Master's degree / PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Applied Mechanics and Aerospace Engineering or related field, with emphasis in development and application of software with finite element methods.
Engineering Simulation
For FE developers, detailed knowledge of solid mechanics, linear and nonlinear finite element solution (implicit and/or explicit methods)
Contact modeling including scaling is highly desired.
Experience with scaling (DMP/SMP) as well as GPUs desirable. Ability to read research papers, identify and implement algorithms
Exposure to commercial graphical user interfaces like Patran, Apex, ANSA or Hypermesh
Exposure to commercial products like LS‑Dyna, Nastran, Adams, Marc, Abaqus, Ansys
Software Development
Good knowledge of programming. Fortran, C, Cuda
Good knowledge of Unix and Windows
Planning and Communication
Ability to grasp instructions and provide effective feedback on projects
Ability to plan projects and execute
Ability to interact with peers, junior developers, support personnel and sales teams
Excellent verbal and written skills in English
Excellent problem solving skills
Extremely motivated and a team player
Ability to handle multiple tasks with competing time line target commitments
What We Offer We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:
Competitive salary with performance‑based bonuses
Comprehensive healthcare (medical, dental, vision) including HSA and FSA options
Paid time off, including holidays and parental leave
401(k) with generous employer match
Life, disability, and supplemental insurance options
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and wellness resources
Tuition reimbursement and professional development support
Flexible work schedules and hybrid work options
Explore Life at Hexagon At Hexagon, we're empowering an autonomous, sustainable future through innovation in manufacturing intelligence, simulation, and automation. Get to know our teams, our culture, and our technology through our social media channels:
Instagram: @hexagon_mi | @hexagon_ab
LinkedIn: Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence
YouTube: Hexagon MI | Hexagon AB
Twitter/X: @HexagonMI | @HexagonAB
Facebook: Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence
Learn more at hexagon.com and get inspired by how we shape smart change across industries
#LI-MC2
#J-18808-Ljbffr