Engineering Intern (CFD, Software Eng. and Testing) - Strategic Student Program

Siemens Digital Industries Software; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

competitive salary

bonus scheme

generous holiday allowance

pension

private healthcare

working from home

flexible working arrangements

health and wellness benefits

Job summary

Siemens Digital Industries Software in Milton Keynes offers 13-month engineering internships starting July 2027, with five positions. Roles include CFD/Research, Software Engineering and Testing, and core software development with automated testing.

You will contribute to Simcenter Flomaster and related tools, develop CFD models, and gain experience across development and QA in a globally integrated team.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a UK university degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, or Mathematics.
• Relevant engineering disciplines: Mechanical, Aerospace, Aeronautical, Automotive, and Chemical Engineering.
• On track for a First or 2:1.
• A strong interest in programming with any prior coding experience valued.
• Good communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate in a team and work independently.
• Self-learning mindset and motivation to learn new technologies.

Responsibilities

• Develop CFD models and produce validation studies demonstrating capabilities.
• Learn Simcenter Flomaster and related tools (Amesim, Star CCM+).
• Develop software features and automated testing frameworks.
• Collaborate with Development/Quality Assurance teams.

Skills

Programming interest

Python experience

MATLAB experience

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Independent work

Self-motivation

Education

UK university degree in Engineering/CS/Physics/Math

Tools

Python

MATLAB

C++/Java basics

Job description

About Siemens Digital Industries Software

Siemens Digital Industries Software is a leading provider of solutions for the design, simulation, and manufacture of products across many different industries. Formula 1 cars, skyscrapers, ships, space exploration vehicles, and many of the objects we see in our daily lives are being conceived and manufactured using our Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) software.

About Us

Our Systems Division is an innovative group producing world-class simulation software for thermal and fluid analysis using Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD). We are seeking talented engineering interns to join our development and quality assurance teams.

Simcenter Flomaster is a system simulation CFD software that specializes in 1D thermo-fluid system modelling to simulate fluid flow and heat transfer in complex systems. You will develop your skills in software engineering by adding new features, enhancing existing capabilities, and writing automated tests. Our software enables customers across Aerospace, Automotive, Energy, and Power & Process industries to accelerate and optimize their designs by predicting product behaviour before building physical prototypes.

About The Role

For our 13-month engineering internships, starting July 2027, we are offering 5 positions based in Milton Keynes. There are mainly two types of roles:

• CFD/Research, Software Engineering and Testing
• Software Engineering and Testing

Simcenter Flomaster is a system simulation CFD software developed in Milton Keynes, specializes in 1D Thermo-Fluid system modelling to simulate fluid flow and heat transfer in complex systems. You will be part of the Development/Quality Assurance teams. You will get the opportunity to develop your skills on software engineering by adding new features and enhancing existing capabilities coupled with writing automated tests for Simcenter Flomaster.

Role 1: While working primarily on Simcenter Flomaster, you may also get opportunity to learn other engineering software such as Simcenter Amesim and Simcenter Star CCM+. You will develop interesting CFD models and produce validation studies demonstrating the capabilities of the software.

Role 2: You will focus primarily on core software development, engineering robust new features and automated testing frameworks.

Requirements/Skills

• Enrolled in a UK university degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, or Mathematics.
• Relevant engineering disciplines: Mechanical, Aerospace, Aeronautical, Automotive, and Chemical Engineering. Candidates from General, Systems, Civil, Robotics, and Materials Science are also welcome if they have programming experience (e.g., Python, MATLAB).
• On track for a First or 2:1.
• A strong interest in programming, with any prior coding experience valued.
• Good communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate in a team and work independently.
• The ability to work well and collaborate in a team, but also able to work independently when required.
• All the roles require self-learning. Ideal candidates are self-motivated, have desire to learn new technologies, like problem solving and have ability to think analytically.

Past Intern's Experience

Feedback from previous placement students

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• Student Intern 1
• Student Intern 2
• Student Intern 3

Why Us

At Siemens Software, flexibility is how we work - hybrid by default, built on trust and autonomy. Together, 30,000 people across more than 200 countries build technology that shapes the real world. You'll grow through real projects, strong technical peers, and global mobility, backed by the scale and benefits of an industrial software leader. We're committed to equality and inclusion, and we hire based on merit, skills, and impact. Bring your curiosity and creativity and help us shape tomorrow!

Our Commitment to Equity and Inclusion

We value your unique identity and perspective. We are fully committed to providing equitable opportunities and building a workplace that reflects the diversity of society, while ensuring that we attract the best talent based on qualifications, skills, and experiences. We welcome you to bring your authentic self and transform the everyday with us.

Our Benefits & Rewards

• competitive basic salary
• bonus scheme
• generous holiday allowance
• pension
• private healthcare
• working from home
• flexible working arrangements
• health and wellness benefits to employees; you can access the benefits available in your country via the link: https://jobs.sw.siemens.com/benefits/

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

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