Manager - Computational Modeling and Simulation (US, Remote)

• Lead and manage a multidisciplinary team of computational engineers and scientists, including personnel development, performance management, resource allocation, and recruitment.
• Establish and execute a computational modeling strategy supporting Product Development, Biomechanical Research, MRI Safety, and emerging clinical and regulatory applications.
• Develop and expand computational capabilities, including Finite Element Analysis (FEA), structural and nonlinear simulations, multiphysics modeling, and computational biomechanics.
• Partner with Product Development teams to apply simulation to early feasibility assessments, design optimization, device evaluation, and reduction of physical prototype iterations.
• Collaborate with Biomechanical Research teams to integrate computational modeling with experimental studies, including model development, validation, and mechanistic analysis.
• Oversee computational activities supporting MRI Safety evaluations and regulatory submissions for implantable medical devices.• Establish technical standards and best practices for model development, verification, validation, uncertainty quantification, documentation, and interpretation of simulation results.
• Evaluate and implement computational software, high-performance computing infrastructure, and emerging simulation technologies.
• Develop cross-functional workflows and establish project priorities in collaboration with Research, Product Development, Regulatory Affairs, and other stakeholders.
• Identify opportunities to advance computational modeling applications, including in silico clinical trials and simulation-based regulatory evidence generation.
• Manage departmental resources, budgets, project timelines, and external collaborations to ensure effective execution of business priorities.
• Maintain awareness of industry trends, regulatory expectations, and advances in computational modeling and simulation technologies.
• Support scientific publications, technical presentations, and external collaborations as appropriate.
• Some travel and flexibility of work hours may be required.

Knowledge and Skill Requirements/Specialized Courses and/or Training

• Advanced knowledge of computational modeling and simulation principles, including FEA, nonlinear structural analysis, and model verification and validation.
• Strong understanding of biomechanics, orthopedic medical devices, mechanical testing, and product development processes.
• Experience with commercial simulation platforms such as ANSYS, Abaqus/SIMULIA, COMSOL Multiphysics, or equivalent software.
• Demonstrated ability to translate computational modeling results into actionable engineering and research recommendations.
• Experience translating measurable/external biomechanics data (e.g., motion capture and force) into internal biomechanics data (e.g., muscle/tendon forces) using software such as OpenSim.
• Ability to develop and apply unique nonlinear material models and spatially-dependent material properties from medical imaging data.
• Knowledge of applicable regulatory requirements, industry standards, computational modeling credibility assessment practices (verification, validation, and uncertainty quantification), and Good Documentation Practices.
• Demonstrated leadership skills, including personnel development, technical mentoring, project management, and cross-functional collaboration.
• Ability to establish technical strategies, develop organizational capabilities, and manage competing business priorities.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, written communication, and presentation skills.
• Experience with computational infrastructure, software evaluation, and technical resource planning.