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Dr. Steven Lainé

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Director Solution Engineering at SimScale
📍 Munich, Bavaria, Germany

Dr. Steven Lainé is the Director of Solution Engineering at SimScale, leveraging his deep expertise in engineering simulation, materials science, and aerospace. With a Ph. D. from the University of Cambridge, he leads efforts in applying AI to solve complex design challenges. Colleagues describe him as exceptionally competent, result-driven, and committed to customer success.

He founded and directed his own successful consultancy, Steven Laine Engineering and Simulation Ltd. , before taking on leadership roles at SimScale and Ansys.

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Experience
13 Years
Current Role
Director Solution Engineering
Job Level
Mid-senior
Location
Munich, Bavaria, Germany
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Priorities

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AI in Simulation
He actively presents on using "Agentic AI" as a copilot in simulation to guide setup, ensure accuracy, and predict failure modes for complex engineering problems.
Medical Device Design
He is a featured speaker at medical design and manufacturing events, such as MD&M West, showcasing simulation applications for devices like femoral stems.
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Career

Work history

1-2026
Director Solution Engineering
SimScale
11-2024
Director
Steven Laine Engineering and Simulation Ltd.
5-2023 - 1-2026
Application Engineering Manager and AI Program Delivery Manager SimScale
SimScale
11-2020 - 1-2026
Application Engineering Manager
SimScale
2-2019 - 11-2020
Manager Application Engineering
Ansys
In the press

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Employee Spotlight – Steven Lainé. Featured in SimScale Blog
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Education
2012 - 2016
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)
University of Cambridge
2004 - 2009
Master of Engineering (M.Eng.)
University of Leicester
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