R&D Engineer Trainee

Fédération Internationale de l'Automobile (FIA); Genf; Hybride; CHF 13 000 - 20 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

The Fédération Internationale de l'Automobile (FIA) invites a R&D Engineer Trainee to support advanced battery development for motorsport. You will focus on battery electrical/thermal modelling, simulation and testing protocol refinement within the R&D group.

The role offers a six-month minimum duration, reports to the Head of R&D, and involves close collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to push battery performance in racing conditions.

Qualifications

• Pursuing or recently completed degree in engineering or related field.
• Knowledge of simulation, battery engineering and thermodynamics.
• Electrochemistry knowledge is a plus.
• Strong Python and MATLAB/Simulink skills.
• Fluent English (written and spoken).
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Willingness to learn new technologies and tools.
• Ability to work both independently and in a multidisciplinary team.

Responsabilités

• Develop and deploy high-fidelity battery models for motorsport applications.
• Refine battery electrical models and correlate with test data.
• Create generic thermal models to predict battery temperature during racing.
• Implement models in FIA lap-time simulation environment and validate outputs.
• Support vehicle performance analysis via battery modelling.
• Review and refine existing cell testing protocols.
• Collaborate with team members on battery development and tests.
• Attend selected events and technical meetings when required.

Connaissances

Python

MATLAB/Simulink

Battery modelling

Thermodynamics

Formation

Electrical/Mechanical/CS/AutomotiveEng degree

Recent graduate or student

Outils

MATLAB/Simulink

Description du poste

Join the FIA and contribute to the development of advanced battery technologies for motorsport.

As an R&D Engineer Trainee within the FIA Technical Department, you will support the R&D group in addressing engineering challenges related to battery development. Your work will focus primarily on battery electrical and thermal modelling, simulation, and the refinement of cell testing protocols.

This internship offers an opportunity to apply your technical knowledge in a highly specialized motorsport environment, while developing practical experience in battery simulation, model validation, and vehicle performance analysis.

The position has a minimum duration of six months and reports to the Head of R&D.

MISSIONSAND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Battery Modelling and Simulation
• Develop and deploy high-fidelity simulation models for motorsport battery applications.
• Optimise battery electrical models and ensure accurate correlation with test data.
• Develop a generic thermal model to predict battery temperature behavior under racing conditions.
• Analyse battery electrical and thermal performance to support ongoing R&D activities.
• Model Implementation and Validation
• Implement battery models within the FIA’s lap-time simulation environment.
• Validate simulation outputs against available test data.
• Support vehicle performance optimisation through reliable and representative battery modelling.
• Cell Testing and R&D Support
• Assist the R&D group in reviewing and refining existing cell testing protocols.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of testing and simulation methodologies.
• Collaborate with other team members on battery development and motorsport engineering projects.
• Motorsport Events and Technical Activities
• As part of the role, you may be required to attend selected Championship and Cup events, including tests, races, Commission meetings, Technical Working Groups, and other specific technical meetings when necessary.

PROFILE:

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, Automotive Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Knowledge of simulation, battery engineering, and thermodynamics.
• Knowledge of electrochemistry would be an advantage.
• Strong proficiency in Python and MATLAB/Simulink.
• Fluent written and spoken English.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Strong willingness to learn new technologies and develop new technical skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Deadline to apply: 28 October 2026

The FIA is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified candidates.