Staff Structural Simulation Engineer

As a Staff Structural Simulation Engineer at Magic Leap, you'll play a crucial role in identifying and solving structural issues prior to product assembly. Your main responsibilities will include using ANSYS FEA simulation tools to evaluate device performance under various conditions and communicating findings to multiple stakeholders. You'll also guide testing protocols and help characterize materials and adhesives, all while innovating solutions to complex design challenges.

To apply for the Staff Structural Simulation Engineer role at Magic Leap, you need a Master's Degree in Mechanical, Structural, or Aerospace Engineering and a minimum of 8 years of relevant professional experience. In-depth knowledge of mechanics, FEA theory, and hands-on experience with ANSYS Mechanical and LS-Dyna are crucial for success in this position.

A successful Staff Structural Simulation Engineer at Magic Leap should possess strong analytical skills, a thorough understanding of structural mechanics, and excellent communication capabilities to convey complex ideas to various audiences. Additionally, having a programming knowledge or experience with specific materials can greatly enhance your contributions to the team.

At Magic Leap, the Staff Structural Simulation Engineer interacts closely with multiple teams, including mechanical engineering design, electrical engineering, and human factors, to address device-level risks and drive optimization efforts. Collaboration is key, as you’ll need to align strategies and share insights across disciplines to attain best practices in our innovative projects.

The salary range for the Staff Structural Simulation Engineer position at Magic Leap is competitive, typically falling between $160,000 and $190,000 annually. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, we also offer discretionary bonuses and equity options, making this opportunity not just rewarding in terms of salary but also in long-term benefits.

When asked about your experience with FEA simulation techniques, aim to showcase specific projects where you applied these skills. Discuss the tools you used, such as ANSYS, highlight the challenges you faced, and explain how your simulations directly impacted the design process at your previous roles.

In answering how you solve complex engineering problems, illustrate your systematic approach. Mention breaking down the problem, analyzing data, consulting with team members, and implementing both theoretical and practical solutions. Emphasize your analytical mindset and past experiences where you've applied this method.

When discussing strategies for communicating complex findings, focus on your ability to tailor your communication style to the audience's knowledge level. Provide examples where you conveyed intricate engineering concepts in an accessible manner, perhaps through visuals or simplified language, ensuring all stakeholders understand the implications.

Share what drives you in your engineering career, whether it's innovation, collaboration, or problem solving. Be genuine and relate it back to how a positive work environment like Magic Leap inspires you to push technical boundaries and achieve extraordinary results.

When asked about a challenging project, pick one that had significant obstacles. Describe what the challenge was, how you approached it, the collaboration involved, and the ultimate outcome. This illustrates your problem-solving skills and teamwork capability effectively.

Explain your methods of keeping current, whether through professional journals, networking, or continuing education. Highlight any relevant courses, workshops, or communities you are part of that focus on structural simulation or augmented reality technologies.

Talk about your experience with material selection, focusing on factors such as performance, manufacturability, and user comfort. Provide examples of how the right material choice impacted past projects positively and what evaluation criteria you typically use in those decisions.

Discuss your risk assessment strategies, such as evaluating performance data and conducting simulations to preemptively identify potential failures. Frame this within a project context to illustrate your proactive approach to problem identification.

Talk about your preferred simulation tools, like ANSYS Mechanical or LS-Dyna, emphasizing why you value them—be it their capabilities, reliability, or user-friendly interface. Display your familiarity with various tools and how they've aided your past projects.

Express your enthusiasm for the innovative nature of the Staff Structural Simulation Engineer role at Magic Leap, particularly the challenges of working with emerging AR technologies. Share your passion for learning and how the excitement of tackling unsolved issues draws you to this position.