Principal Engineer I, Modeling & Simulation Engineering
Alcon
Summary
Serve as a subject matter expert in Computational Modeling & Simulation (FEA, CFD) and leverage AI/ML methods to advance simulation-driven engineering and innovation.
Job description
Assess model credibility and establish robust verification and validation methodologies to ensure scientific and technical accuracy.
Partner with R&D leaders and cross-functional stakeholders to define objectives, develop work plans, and build modeling/simulation capabilities that support strategic business and product goals.
Establish and manage external partnerships, including academic, industry, and vendor resources, while overseeing project plans, schedules, budgets, risk assessments, and milestone execution.
Provide technical leadership and guidance to internal and external teams, driving digital twin workstreams through successful completion.
Ensure projects meet timelines, quality standards, accuracy requirements, and delivery expectations.
Gather and document requirements, manage vendor activities, and review deliverables to ensure alignment with project objectives.
Build strong relationships and influence technical leaders, simulation analysts, and external partners to drive effective decision-making and collaboration.
Lead innovative problem-solving efforts for complex technical challenges while maintaining a customer-focused approach and championing Alcon values.
Collaborate with and influence project leaders to advance simulation-driven product development, with accountability for outcomes and business impact.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent years of directly related experience (or high school +13 yrs; Assoc.+9 yrs; M.S.+2 yrs; PhD+0 yrs)
- The ability to fluently read, write, understand, and communicate in English
- 5 Years of Relevant Experience
- Mechanical/Biomedical (M.S.+8 yrs;)
- Demonstrated 8 years of expertise in Multiphysics Simulation methods and applications to medical devices and therapies. 2+ years of experience using AI/ML with simulations
- 3 Years of demonstrated project leadership and management experience
- Experience in biological tissue modeling. Advanced knowledge of ocular physiology is a plus
- Demonstrated expertise in use of various M&S tools from providers such as Ansys, Siemens to healthcare applications
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Retirement planning
- Flexible time off
Company overview
Alcon Inc. is the global leader in eye care, dedicated to helping people see brilliantly. Founded in 1945 as a small pharmacy in Fort Worth, Texas, the company has grown into the world's largest eye care device company with complementary businesses in Surgical and Vision Care. As a Swiss-American multinational corporation headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland with major operations in Fort Worth, Texas, Alcon operates in 60 countries and serves patients in over 140 countries. The company's Surgical segment focuses on ophthalmic products for cataract surgery, vitreoretinal surgery, refractive laser surgery, and glaucoma surgery, including implantables, consumables, and surgical equipment. The Vision Care segment comprises daily disposable, reusable, and color-enhancing contact lenses, along with a comprehensive portfolio of ocular health products for dry eye, contact lens care, and ocular allergies. With over 75 years of heritage, Alcon has a long history of industry firsts and makes substantial annual investments in research and development to meet evolving customer needs and advance patient care. The company became an independent publicly-traded entity in 2019 after spinning off from Novartis.