Explore Simulation Engineer Jobs

Simulation engineers use computational models and engineering principles to predict how products, systems, and processes will perform. From aerospace and automotive design to energy, manufacturing, and defense, these professionals help teams test ideas, assess risk, and make informed decisions before committing to costly prototypes or real-world trials. Explore vetted Simulation Engineer opportunities on Ladders, including roles paying $100,000 or more.

What Does a Simulation Engineer Do?

Simulation engineers build, run, and validate models that represent physical systems or operational processes. Their work may involve finite element analysis (FEA), computational fluid dynamics (CFD), multiphysics modeling, discrete-event simulation, or digital twins. They interpret results, explain assumptions and limitations, and partner with design, software, research, and manufacturing teams to guide engineering decisions.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek a degree in engineering, applied mathematics, physics, computer science, or a related discipline, along with experience in a relevant industry. Valuable skills include numerical methods, programming, data analysis, model verification and validation, and clear technical communication. Familiarity with tools such as MATLAB, Python, Ansys, Abaqus, Siemens Simcenter, or similar platforms may be important depending on the role.

Industries Hiring Simulation Engineers

Simulation engineers work across aerospace and defense, automotive and transportation, industrial manufacturing, energy, medical devices, electronics, and technology. Responsibilities vary by sector: one position may focus on structural durability, while another may model fluid behavior, factory throughput, vehicle dynamics, or complex system performance.

Find Your Next Simulation Engineering Role

Use Ladders to explore vetted professional opportunities and identify roles aligned with your technical background, industry experience, and career goals. Compare responsibilities and qualifications, and look for positions offering compensation of $100,000 or more.

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$88K - $105K *

Drive the design and development of NASA spacecraft simulators, ensuring advanced verification and validation of software systems. Collaborate with a dynamic team to enhance ground software and smalls...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$88K - $105K *

Lead the charge in developing advanced software solutions for NASA's spacecraft simulators, ensuring robust verification and validation processes while collaborating with a dynamic team of engineers i...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team to design and develop NASA spacecraft simulators, enhancing verification and validation processes for advanced space missions. Collaborate on innovative software solutions that imp...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$88K - $105K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing NASA's software testing and simulation efforts. Collaborate on designing and deploying spacecraft simulators, ensuring the integrity of critical systems throu...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$116K - $142K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of signal processing and geolocation systems. Lead requirements development, system architecture, and risk mitigation in a dynamic R&D environment, collaborating...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$88K - $105K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of industrial control systems. Leverage your expertise in design and implementation while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams across diverse sectors to del...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$95K - $115K *

Engineer automated testing frameworks for UI products, leveraging Java, C++, and Python. Collaborate in a dynamic environment, ensuring quality through effective test script development and communicat...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$109K - $197K *

Innovate high-quality software solutions, ensuring optimal performance and timely delivery while leading technical projects and mentoring teams to overcome complex challenges and adapt to evolving req...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leveraging your expertise in backend software development and CI/CD pipeline management. Contribute your knowledge of containerization technologies to enhance system efficiency and...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $100K *

Drive integration and testing for diverse training solutions, ensuring low-risk deployments and effective verification across systems. Collaborate with teams to enhance methodologies and support field...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$88K - $105K *

Transform prototype development by leading fabrication, assembly, and safety in our lab. Coordinate cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality mockups and test conformities while ensuring a cultur...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$145K - $160K *

Elevate the technology of a real-time hardware-in-the-loop simulation platform as a technical leader. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to own and evolve critical subsystems while driving archit...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $118K *

Elevate the quality of software by designing automated testing frameworks and integrating AI tools for enhanced efficiency and accuracy. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure smooth delivery of hig...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$180K - $200K *

Unlock potential by leading engineering test operations, ensuring rigorous testing and compliance in a dynamic environment. Drive quality assurance and support engineering decisions through effective...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$95K - $115K *

Optimize vehicle software integration for advanced driving systems, ensuring conformity and uptime. Collaborate across teams to troubleshoot and enhance testing processes, while maintaining communicat...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$97K - $158K *

Join a team that's developing and supporting core runtime components for simulation, robotics, and autonomy workloads. Collaborate with engineers to implement production-quality software and enhance p...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $120K *

Drive the development of Functional Safety work products for vehicle platforms, ensuring compliance with ISO 26262. Collaborate across teams to enhance safety and support product lifecycle activities...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$105K - $150K *

Join our team to drive innovative spacecraft testing, managing plans and execution to ensure performance and readiness for flight. Your expertise will span across subsystems, integrating with engineer...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $96K *

Join a dynamic team as you oversee testing and validation for electrical systems in new product development, ensuring compliance with safety and performance standards while collaborating with engineer...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$140K - $190K *

Elevate aerospace safety by leading advanced CT inspection methods. You'll develop and qualify protocols, collaborate with engineering teams, and ensure critical hardware meets strict inspection stand...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Transform embedded control systems by developing algorithms and software for automotive applications. Collaborate across teams to ensure seamless integration and validation of control solutions, enhan...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by collaborating with engineers to develop automated test solutions for high-performance mixed-signal ICs, enhancing your skills in semiconductor testing and hardware design in a dyna...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Develop innovative mechanical solutions for durable robots by designing, prototyping, and scaling production while ensuring product reliability and usability. Collaborate closely with hardware teams t...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Advance your career by supporting the development and testing of state-of-the-art Electronic Warfare systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure effective integration, validation, and p...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$88K - $105K *

Tackle complex challenges as a Systems Test Engineer, providing expert technical support for Electronic Warfare systems. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, ensuring effective test planning, exe...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a simulation engineer do?question toggle

    A simulation engineer creates and analyzes computational models to predict how products, systems, or processes will behave. They validate results and share insights that help teams improve designs, reduce risk, and make better engineering decisions.

  • What qualifications are typically needed for simulation engineer jobs?question toggle

    Many positions require a bachelor's or advanced degree in engineering, physics, applied mathematics, computer science, or a related field. Employers may also look for programming, numerical analysis, domain-specific modeling experience, and familiarity with simulation tools.

  • What software do simulation engineers use?question toggle

    Tools depend on the industry and type of analysis. Common examples include MATLAB, Python, Ansys, Abaqus, and Siemens Simcenter, as well as specialized CFD, FEA, multiphysics, and digital-twin platforms.

  • Which industries hire simulation engineers?question toggle

    Simulation engineers are employed in aerospace and defense, automotive, manufacturing, energy, medical devices, electronics, and technology, among other industries.

  • How can I find Simulation Engineer jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse Simulation Engineer listings on Ladders and review each position's compensation, qualifications, and responsibilities. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more.