Ansys Application Engineer – Optics

Job Summary

Duties And Responsibilities

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each of the following essential duties and responsibilities satisfactorily.
• Apply advanced engineering expertise and knowledge of optics (with a strong focus on Ansys Speos and Ansys Zemax OpticStudio) to provide the highest level of technical support to customers, ensuring high-quality, timely customer service that results in improved customer satisfaction and productivity.
• Work closely with potential and current customers to scope technical solutions that meet and optimize their operational needs
• Collaborate with account managers to identify, advance, and technically drive new opportunity and sustained account support
• Provide, track, and document first level technical support for existing customer accounts and elevate support when appropriate
• Develop, organize, and deliver introductory technical training courses on the use of ANSYS Optics products
• Maintain a general understanding of the breadth of technology provided by all ANSYS product offerings and technical solutions in optical applications
• Sustain technical proficiency through ANSYS certifications and continual pursuit of personal, technical, and professional growth
• Participate in and support internal marketing initiatives that drive customer engagement, education, and grow technical capacity

Education And Experience And Skills: (Required)

• Requires a Minimum Master of Science Degree in Physical/Optical Engineering or related field
• Requires a Minimum of 2 years’ experience using Ansys Zemax Optics Studio or Speos
• Requires Strong Knowledge of Optical Design for Automotive Camera sensor-related applications or Optical Imaging in the Aerospace and Defense market.
• Knowledge in 3D CAD design tools
• Experience with optical system optimization to achieve desired performance metrics
• Experience with designing and analyzing laser systems, including beam shaping and focusing
• Knowledge of optical aberrations and methods to minimize them
• Requires the ability to work effectively in both independent and diverse team environments
• Requires excellent problem-solving skills and ability to develop practical engineering solutions to difficult problems
• Requires exceptional customer service aptitude, as well as communication and presentation skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools to include PowerPoint, Word, and Excel is required

Education And Experience And Skills: (Preferred)

• In-depth use of relevant Ansys software or knowledge of other commercial CAE, CAD, PLM
• software packages
• Understanding of ray tracing principles and their application in optical simulations
• Understanding of light source modeling and light distribution control
• Knowledge of Ansys Lumerical (photonics) products is a plus
• Familiarity with beam propagation and diffraction analysis
• Familiarity with common programming languages (C, C++, Python, etc.) is a plus
• Ability to travel domestically up to 10% of the time.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and to communicate effectively