CST Application Engineer – Physical Systems

Cadence Design Systems

. Participate in a one-year, cohort-based development program consisting of two six-month rotations .

Posted 10/8/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $78,400 - $145,600 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates proficiency in coding and scripting, particularly with Python, and applies computer-aided engineering (CAE) tools for simulation and analysis. Strong communication and problem-solving skills are essential for delivering professional services and collaborating with customers.

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Python ProgrammingComputer-Aided Engineering (CAE)Simulation WorkflowsTechnical SupportProblem-Solving Skills

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Hard Skills

CodingScriptingSimulationAnalysisTechnical EnablementCustomer CollaborationTroubleshootingEngineering OutputsProfessional ServicesApplication Engineering

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsProblem-Solving Skills

Tools & Technologies

Cadence CAE Tools

Industry Keywords

Technical SalesCustomer SupportTrainingServices

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Python

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Participate in a one-year, cohort-based development program consisting of two six-month rotations
Complete structured learning, hands-on projects, mentoring, and rotational experiences across technical sales, customer support, training, and services
Use Cadence CAE tools to simulate and analyze complex physical systems
Apply coding, scripting, and artificial intelligence to engineering and customer workflows
Develop solutions, demonstrations, technical enablement, and customer collaboration
Diagnose problems, troubleshoot issues, and communicate with customers
Deliver professional services projects and create customer-ready engineering outputs
Transition after the cohort program into a PSDA Customer Service role based on skills, interests, business needs, and available opportunities

Requirements

What you’ll need

Recent bachelor's graduate in Engineering
Entry-level candidate
Experience or interest in computer-aided engineering (CAE) tools, simulation, and analysis
Coding and scripting, including languages such as Python
Ability to work with simulation workflows, technical support, application engineering, and professional services
Communication and problem-solving skills
Eligible to work in San Jose, CA or Livonia, MI

Benefits

Comp & perks

Incentive compensation: bonus
Equity
Paid vacation
Paid holidays
401(k) plan with employer match
Employee stock purchase plan
Medical, dental, and vision plan options