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Senior Engineer: Mathematical Modeling and Simulation

US - Massachusetts - Cambridge💼 Full-time🗓 2026-09-10 → 2026-09-26

Core

Develop rigorous finite element models (FEM) and numerical models of drug delivery devices to enhance process understanding, robustness, and manufacturing optimization.

Role type

Senior IC mechanical simulation engineer (biopharma manufacturing)

Builds

In-silico models for combination products and drug delivery devices

Domain

Biotechnology / Medical Device Manufacturing / Computational Mechanics

Deliverable

production ML models | product features

Required skills

Finite element modeling (explicit/implicit), structural analysis, material characterization, Python/MATLAB scripting, root cause analysis, model lifecycle management

Preferred skills

Non-linear structural modeling, contact modeling, large deformations, plasticity, hyperelasticity, statistical robustness analysis, regulatory knowledge for combination products, automation scripting (Tcl/Tk, ABAQUS subroutines)

Technologies

SIMULIA, ANSYS, ALTAIR, COMSOL, Python, MATLAB, ABAQUS

Responsibilities

Implement explicit and implicit FEM structural models; apply engineering principles for kinematic, structural, and tolerance analysis; continuously improve in-silico models and manage their lifecycle; simulate real-world scenarios and complaints to identify root causes; provide leadership and mentorship to simulation experts; document and communicate technical model basis to stakeholders.

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC with mentorship responsibilities

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