Description
The Product Engineering Department at Alpine Racing is seeking a 6-month internship for a Thermal and Fluids Calculations Engineer, starting in the first half of 2027.
The internship focuses on modelling thermal runaway phenomena in battery cells within a battery pack. Based on an existing model, the intern will propose and implement improvements.
Key responsibilities:
- Familiarise yourself with the existing thermal runaway model
- Identify areas for improvement and implement them
- Correlate numerical models with system tests
- Propose solutions to prevent thermal propagation in batteries
- Stay updated on the latest developments in battery thermal modelling
- Participate in technical discussions with calculations, design office, and testing teams
- Write calculation notes and documentation
The necessary tools and software for the mission will be provided and overseen by a tutor.
Profile:
- Third-year engineering student or Master's degree with knowledge in:
- Fluid mechanics (analytical calculations, CFD)
- Heat transfer and thermodynamics
- Basics of electrochemistry or chemical kinetics
- Li-ion batteries
- Programming
- Proficiency in:
- StarCcm+
- GT-Power
- Python/Matlab
- Strong proposal skills
- Teamwork mentality
- Autonomous and curious mindset
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