Siemens for Startups Software Collections (Designcenter CAD, formerly NX)

Siemens sells Designcenter CAD (formerly NX), Simcenter simulation and Teamcenter PLM. Through Siemens for Startups, eligible hardtech startups buy software collections at discounts that start at up to 95% for the first two years.

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Siemens for Startups Software Collections (Designcenter CAD, formerly NX) is a developer tools perk from Siemens, offering up to 95% off for the first 2 years, open to any startup.

Who qualifies
Any startup
Benefit type
Discount
New customers only. Siemens offers this to net-new accounts. If you already have a paid Siemens account, check the terms before applying.
While you apply

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What you get

Inside Siemens for Startups Software Collections (Designcenter CAD, formerly NX)

Discounted software collections for startups (design, engineering, simulation, parts manufacturing, electronics and design control), with discounts that start at up to 95% for the first 2 years on a 1-year SaaS license, up to 75% off further Siemens products, and $5,000 in AWS credits for qualifying new customers. The Design Collection includes Designcenter X with 100 extra tokens, a Teamcenter X Essentials author seat and Siemens' online learning membership.

Eligibility

Who it's for

Funding / backing
Any startup
Startup stage
Idea, Pre-seed, Seed, Series A
Geography
Global
Recurring / expiry
Discounts start at up to 95% for the first 2 years.
Other requirements
New customers only, privately held, building a commercial product, and not primarily a consultancy or services business; Siemens' startup program management approves each company. Offers vary by region.
How to claim

How to apply for Siemens for Startups Software Collections (Designcenter CAD, formerly NX)

What to have ready
  • A short description of what your startup does
  • A company email on your own domain
Steps to apply
  1. 1Submit the contact form on Siemens' 'Launch your engineering startup' page to begin your company's application;
  2. 2Siemens' startup program team approves it.
Good to know: Read on siemens.com (Empower startup software collections) and resources.sw.siemens.com on October 13, 2026. Siemens now markets NX CAD as Designcenter CAD; the collections page states the AWS credit as $5K USD and the application page as up to $5,000 USD.
Value is the headline maximum Siemens advertises. What your company actually receives depends on your eligibility and how you use the program, and terms can change. Independent comparison, not endorsed by the programs listed. A link labeled as a referral link may earn us a commission. Confirm current terms on the provider's page.
Questions

Siemens for Startups Software Collections (Designcenter CAD, formerly NX): common questions

What do you get with Siemens for Startups Software Collections (Designcenter CAD, formerly NX)?

Siemens for Startups Software Collections (Designcenter CAD, formerly NX) offers up to 95% off for the first 2 years.

Who qualifies for Siemens for Startups Software Collections (Designcenter CAD, formerly NX)?

Siemens for Startups Software Collections (Designcenter CAD, formerly NX) is for idea-stage, pre-seed, seed and Series A startups. New customers only, privately held, building a commercial product, and not primarily a consultancy or services business; Siemens' startup program management approves each company. Offers vary by region.

Do I need to be VC-backed or in an accelerator to get Siemens for Startups Software Collections (Designcenter CAD, formerly NX)?

No. Siemens for Startups Software Collections (Designcenter CAD, formerly NX) is open to any startup that meets the stated criteria, no investor or accelerator backing required.

Can I get Siemens for Startups Software Collections (Designcenter CAD, formerly NX) if I already use Siemens?

Siemens for Startups Software Collections (Designcenter CAD, formerly NX) is for net-new customers. If you already have a paid Siemens account you may not be eligible; check the provider's terms before applying.

How do I apply for Siemens for Startups Software Collections (Designcenter CAD, formerly NX)?

Submit the contact form on Siemens' 'Launch your engineering startup' page to begin your company's application; Siemens' startup program team approves it.

How long do I have to use Siemens for Startups Software Collections (Designcenter CAD, formerly NX), and does it expire?

Discounts start at up to 95% for the first 2 years.

Is Siemens for Startups Software Collections (Designcenter CAD, formerly NX) available outside the US?

Siemens for Startups Software Collections (Designcenter CAD, formerly NX) is available globally, subject to the provider's terms.

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