Principal Quality Engineer (CAE Cross-Domain)
Core
Define and execute test strategies for Apex and related CAE simulation products, validating complex engineering workflows and ensuring high-quality release outcomes.
Role type
Principal Quality Engineer (CAE Cross-Domain)
Builds
Apex and related CAE simulation software products
Domain
CAE simulation software / Engineering software
Deliverable
production ML models
Required skills
Python automation, FEA theory, structural mechanics, CAE tools (MSC Apex, Patran, Nastran, HyperMesh, ANSYS, ANSA), test strategy, release qualification, defect management, Agile practices, AI-assisted tool adoption
Preferred skills
Generative AI and LLM concepts, AI-assisted development practices, validation of AI-generated code
Technologies
Python, MSC Apex, MSC Patran, MSC Nastran, HyperMesh, ANSYS, ANSA, GitHub Copilot, Microsoft Copilot, ChatGPT
Responsibilities
Lead and coach a team of QA engineers; own the team's test strategy and automation roadmap; plan testing activities across new features, regression, and performance; remain hands-on in complex technical investigations and critical release decisions; drive creation of robust Python-based test automation frameworks; guide adoption of AI-assisted tools for test design and code generation.
Seniority
Principal, hands-on IC with team leadership