Applied Research Engineer - AI&Physics Simulation, Québec

Location:

Quebec, Canada - Hybrid

Position Summary

We are seeking an Applied Research Engineer to lead technology scouting and technical evaluation activities in the areas of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and physics&engineering simulation,

with a strong emphasis on engineering accuracy and physical fidelity .

This role focuses on identifying emerging technologies, assessing their maturity and relevance, performing targeted experiments and prototypes, and evaluating their potential impact on Bentley’s products, users, and markets.

The position sits at the intersection of

research, engineering, and strategy , and requires strong analytical skills, hands‑on technical capabilities, and the ability to communicate complex findings clearly to diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

Conduct continuous

technology monitoring and literature review

in the domains of:

Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning

Physics-based simulation and computational mechanics

Identify and prioritize

technologies of interest

for Bentley based on technical potential, maturity, and strategic relevance.

Perform

technical investigations and proof-of-concept experiments , including:

Prototyping

Benchmarking

Feasibility studies

Engage with internal stakeholders (R&D, product teams, domain experts) to:

Assess the potential impact of emerging technologies on Bentley products and markets

Identify opportunities for experimentation within Bentley’s technical and user contexts

Critically evaluate strengths, limitations, risks, and readiness of candidate technologies.

Produce

clear, structured written reports , including:

Preliminary technology assessments

In‑depth technical evaluations

Recommendations for further exploration or adoption

Contribute to internal discussions and presentations on technology trends and strategic directions.

Skills

Background in engineering or applied sciences

Good conceptual understanding of AI models and their typical use cases

Experience with simulation of physical processes

Programming skills sufficient to develop lightweight proof‑of‑concepts

Ability to identify, analyze, and synthesize emerging technologies

Ability to communicate technical topics clearly to diverse stakeholders

Curiosity and perseverance in exploring complex technical topics

PhD or MSc Engineering, experience in Computational fluid dynamics

PhD or MSc AI / Computing, some experience in numerical modeling

B.Sc. Engineering with years of experience in CAD company in performance / reliability, numerical methods or simulation

PhD in Computational fluid dynamics

B.Sc., M.Sc. or Ph.D. in high performance computing, GPU, solvers

Equal Opportunity Employer Bentley is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and considers for employment all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender/gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, religion/belief, national origin, caste, age, or any other characteristic protected by local law or unrelated to job qualifications.

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