Job Description

SoftInWay, Inc. is a global, fast-growing engineering simulation software company voted as a part of the top 100 Startups in Massachusetts in 2021. We support the leading aerospace, defense, and cleantech companies with advanced simulation software and engineering services to help develop their products. Whether you are a software developer, product engineer, sales team member, or part of our administrative team, at SoftInWay the contributions of all our team members are an integral part of our company’s success.

We are seeking a Computational Engineering Software Development Co-op to join our Mechanical Engineering team and work on developing software solutions to improve the reliability, performance and efficiency of our turbomachinery products. As a Software Development Co-op, you will work alongside our team on software solutions applicable to FEA simulation of machines’ dynamics and strength characteristics.

Responsibilities:

• Develop mathematical models, solution algorithms, and computational methods for applied mathematics problems in the field of mechanics of deformable solids.
• Design, develop, and implement software tools and applications for rotor dynamics analysis and structural simulations, simulation of performance and dynamic coefficients for different types of bearings and other components.
• The candidate will be engaged in the creation of the software for stress, vibration analysis and rotor dynamics tasks.
• Collaborate with other teams to integrate software solutions into turbomachinery design systems.
• Participate in the testing and validation of software solutions to ensure their accuracy and reliability.
• Conduct research and development of new software technologies and techniques for rotor dynamics analysis and structural FEA approaches applicable to rotating structures.
• Document and present your work to other team members, management, and stakeholders.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Computer Science.
• Solid understanding of fundamental mathematical concepts and numerical methods, including but not limited to Finite Element Method, Finite Differences, and Iterative solvers.
• Strong knowledge in mechanics of deformable solids and dynamical systems analysis.
• Understanding of the specifics of rotor dynamics and rotating components dynamic analysis.
• Understanding of principles of operating and simulation approaches for fluid film sliding bearings.
• Strong programming skills in C++ and other programming languages.
• Familiarity with software development practices (OOP, SOLID) and version control systems (Git).
• Experience in coding FEM. 3-5 years of experience in FEA solvers development is preferable.
• Proficiency in static stress and dynamic analysis of mechanical structures.
• Knowledge of turbomachinery systems and software tools for mechanical analysis is a plus.
• Excellent communication/collaboration skills and strong problem-solving capabilities.