Lead Product Engineer (Marine Applications)

In this role, you will:

• Test and validate new marine capabilities to ensure quality, robustness, and readiness for release.
• Document new features, validation results, best practices, and user workflows.
• Develop workflows for emerging marine applications.
• Create and enhance scripts and automation tools that improve user productivity.
• Demonstrate product capabilities and help accelerate adoption of marine simulation solutions.
• Partner with Research & Development (R&D), application engineering, and other technical teams.
• Engage with users to understand their needs and help translate insights into product improvements.

We recognise that talent can be developed through a variety of educational and professional pathways. If your experience differs from the qualifications listed below, we encourage you to apply if you believe you can succeed in the role.

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Marine Science, Naval Architecture, Mechanical Engineering, Fluid Mechanics, or a related discipline, or equivalent relevant experience.

• Experience in product engineering, application engineering, or a related technical role, preferably within marine or simulation-focused environments.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to evaluate complex engineering workflows and recommend practical improvements.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to create clear technical documentation, guidelines, and reports.

• Experience developing scripts and workflow automation solutions, preferably using Python.

• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams including R&D, application engineering, product management, and customers. Additional Skills/Preferences: Experience in one or more of the following areas would be beneficial:

• Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD).

• Marine simulation workflows.

• AI-assisted coding tools.

• Marine applications such as resistance, seakeeping, propulsion, manoeuvring, and external aerodynamics.

• Automation and optimisation of simulation processes.

This role is part of an international Product Engineering organisation focused on delivering high-quality simulation solutions for marine applications. You will collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and technical excellence. Check what we can offer you:

• Competitive salary
• 25 days holiday per year
• Private Medical and Dental plans, Income Protection and Life Insurance
• Group Personal Pension Plan
• Cycle to work scheme and gym subsidy
• 5 days paid time to volunteer to give back to our communities
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• The opportunity to work for a Great Place to Work© & Fortune 100 organization Cadence is committed to equal employment opportunity and employment equity throughout all levels of the organization. We strive to attract a qualified and diverse candidate pool and encourage diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Travel: Occasional travel may be required for customer engagements, workshops, conferences, or team collaboration. We're doing work that matters. Help us solve what others can't.

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