Unlocking the Future of Engineering.

CognaSIM exists to make high-performance simulation radically more accessible. 

We’re blending deep technical knowledge with cutting-edge AI to help product teams move faster, test smarter, and design with confidence.

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Our Story

Born from Frustration.
Built for Flow.

Simulation tools haven’t kept pace with the way modern engineering teams work. They’re powerful, but also rigid, expensive, and locked behind steep learning curves.

Our founders spent years navigating legacy CAE platforms in product design, R&D, and manufacturing settings—only to realize the future needed a smarter, faster alternative.

CognaSIM was built to close that gap. With AI at the core and usability in focus, we’re on a mission to make simulation intuitive, integrated, and available to every engineer, not just the few.

Vision

A world where engineering simulation is as intuitive and fast as any design task—powerful enough for experts, accessible enough for everyone.

Mission

To empower product teams with smarter, AI-driven simulation—making it easier to test, learn, and iterate at speed.

Values

Meet the Team

The People
Behind the Platform.

CognaSIM is a team of engineers, researchers, and product leaders with deep roots in simulation, AI, and SaaS platforms.

We’ve worked across startups and global engineering firms—and we’re united by a shared belief: simulation should work with you, not against you.

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John Zinn

CEO & Co-Founder

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Glenn Selker

Lead Technologist & Co-Founder

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Our Offices

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Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

CognaSIM is proud to be based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania — a city recognized as a powerhouse in artificial intelligence and advanced technology.
With deep connections to Carnegie Mellon University, one of the world’s premier AI research institutions, and strong ties to other leading universities in the region, we benefit from a vibrant ecosystem of innovation, talent, and collaboration. This unique environment fuels our mission to push the boundaries of simulation technology and deliver cutting-edge solutions to engineers worldwide.

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