Simulation Engineer

KION Group

Simulation Engineer responsible for designing and developing simulation models of material-handling systems at Dematic. Conduct experiments to recommend control strategies for simulated technologies.

Posted 6/17/2026full-timeStockport • 🇬🇧 United KingdomJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

JavaPython

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

As a Simulation Engineer working in Dematic's Solution & Delivery Optimization organization, the individual will be responsible for designing and developing accurate and valid computer-based high-fidelity models of standardized material-handling systems.
In addition, the Simulation Engineer will conduct experiments using said simulation models to develop, test and produce recommendations on control strategies for the simulated technologies.
This business-critical role is crucial in solution standardization and enables the following: Fast and lean preparation of competitive offers; Efficient project execution; Volume effects on equipment used; General risk reduction for projects.
The individual will be part of the Simulation Team part of the Solution Design group currently situated within Dematic’s Solution Delivery & Optimization organization.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Proficient simulation model developer using Siemens' Plant Simulation environment.
Solid software development skills for application and general-purpose functionality development relevant to simulation using one or more of the following general-purpose programming languages: Python, Java, C, C#.
Fast learner, open to incorporating Software Development industry best-practices into daily simulation model development workflow: automated unit and acceptance testing, source control using Git.
Innovative individual with the desire to continuously improve existing simulation models and tools.
Detail oriented, drives improving the alignment of simulation models to the technology they represent.
Excellent English communication skills, both written and oral.
Experience in leading project teams
Open to collaborating on joint simulation modeling efforts
Several years in simulation project execution including, but not limited to: Requirement gathering and documenting from internal and external suppliers.
Development of detailed simulation specifications.
High fidelity/detail simulation model development and/or adaptation using Siemens' Plant Simulation environment.
Design of experiments.
Simulation report generation including coherent result presentation and detailed strategy descriptions.
Accurate and professional presentation of simulation project results to both internal and external customers.
Must also be well acquainted with Dematic’s product offering and proprietary technologies.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Career Development
Competitive Compensation and Benefits
Pay Transparency
Global Opportunities

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Hard Skills & Tools

simulation model developmentSiemens Plant SimulationPythonJavaCC#automated unit testingacceptance testingsource controlsimulation specifications

Soft Skills

fast learnerinnovativedetail orientedexcellent communicationleadershipcollaborationcontinuous improvementproject executionresult presentationcustomer interaction