Senior Staff Applications Engineer (Electronics Thermal Management) Canada Off-site
Base Salary Range $131000-$197000
Date posted 07/29/2026
Location: Vancouver, British Columbia (travel to United States approximately 25% of the time).
What You'll Be Doing
Lead technical engagement throughout the sales cycle, from discovery calls and product demos to proof-of-concept evaluations with prospective customers
Work directly with customers to understand their electronics cooling challenges, design workflows, and simulation needs at the package, board, and system level
Deploy Ansys simulation solutions, integrating Fluent, Icepak, or Mechanical into customer design processes and ensuring they deliver real engineering value
Test new Ansys releases on real industrial thermal problems, document what works, and create application best practices that get used across the customer base
Partner with product development teams to translate customer feedback into feature requests, workflow improvements, and product roadmap priorities
Deliver training sessions and consulting engagements that help customers get more out of Ansys tools, whether onsite, remote, or at industry events
Author technical content for conferences, webinars, and marketing campaigns that position Synopsys as a leader in electronics thermal simulation
The Impact You Will Have
Accelerate customer adoption of Ansys simulation, directly contributing to revenue growth and long-term customer relationships
Enable engineers to solve thermal problems faster and more accurately, reducing product development cycles and preventing costly late-stage design failures
Shape the evolution of Ansys products by feeding real-world customer needs and use cases back into the development process




Build Synopsys' reputation as the go-to partner for electronics thermal management, strengthening our position in a competitive market
Help customers solve problems they could not solve before, creating loyalty and expanding the footprint of Synopsys solutions in their organizations
Mentor junior applications engineers and share expertise across the team, raising the technical bar for everyone
Represent Synopsys at industry events and conferences, contributing thought leadership that influences how the electronics industry approaches thermal simulation
What You'll Need
MS in Mechanical Engineering or related field with 6+ years in engineering software environments, or BS with 8+ years, or PhD with 3+ years (PhD with 7+ years preferred)
At least 4 years in application engineering, customer support, or consulting roles where you worked directly with customers using engineering software
Strong technical grounding in fluid mechanics, CFD, and thermodynamics with hands-on application in electronics thermal management
Proficiency with Ansys tools such as Fluent, Icepak, or Mechanical, or equivalent experience with CAE, CAD, EDA, or PLM platforms
Experience integrating simulation into customer workflows at the package, board, or system level, not just running isolated analyses




Experience with multiphysics simulation approaches like electro-thermal or thermo-mechanical coupling is a strong plus
Who You Are
Logical problem-solver with strong interpersonal and communication skills, fluent in English (written and spoken)
Highly organized, self-motivated, and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously with a sense of urgency
Business-savvy and professional, projecting confidence and credibility in all interactions
Collaborative team player who thrives in cross-functional environments and is willing to mentor others
Professional, driven to succeed, and results-focused, with a commitment to continuous improvement within a rapid-paced, innovative company
The Team You'll Be Part Of
You will join the Ansys Customer Excellence team, a diverse group of talented engineers and technical specialists dedicated to empowering customers and advancing simulation-driven innovation. The team emphasizes a collaborative culture, sharing expertise, continuously learning and delivering exceptional service across a wide range of industries, with a special focus on electronics thermal management. Together, you will solve complex challenges, drive product advancement, and make a measurable impact on the future of electronic design.
Rewards and Benefits
Your recruiter will provide more details about the salary range and benefits during the hiring process.
Synopsys Canada ULC values the diversity of our workforce. We are committed to provide access & opportunity to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodation to individuals throughout the recruitment and employment process. Should you require an accommodation, please contact [email protected].

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📌 Senior Staff Applications Engineer (Electronics Thermal Management) (British Columbia)
🏢 ANSYS
📍 British Columbia