Mechanical Intern

Copeland; Pune District; On-site; INR 167,000 - 234,000; Part time

Job summary

Copeland in Pune is seeking a highly motivated Mechanical Modeling & Simulation Intern to support development of automated simulation workflows using ANSYS and PyAnsys for FEA, CFD, and FSI.

The role offers hands-on experience, collaboration with engineering teams, and exposure to AI-enabled simulation processes. Start date is 01-July-2026 for a duration of 6 months to 1 year, located in Pune, open to postgraduate students.

Qualifications

• Postgraduate student or recent graduate in Mechanical/Aerospace/Computational Engineering or related field.
• Strong fundamentals in FEA/CFD; experience with ANSYS Mechanical/Fluent/CFX or similar tools.
• Proficiency in Python; exposure to PyAnsys scripting APIs.

Responsibilities

• Develop and run simulations in FEA/CFD/FSI domains.
• Build automated, reusable simulation workflows using PyAnsys and Python.
• Perform parametric studies and interpret results to inform design."
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams; document workflows and methodologies.
• Translate physical problems into computational models for R&D use.

Skills

Python

FEA

CFD

PyAnsys

Education

Postgraduate degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

ANSYS Mechanical

ANSYS Fluent

PyAnsys

Job description

About Us We are a global climate technologies company engineered for sustainability. We create sustainable and efficient residential, commercial and industrial spaces through HVACR technologies. We protect temperature-sensitive goods throughout the cold chain. And we bring comfort to people globally. Best-in-class engineering, design and manufacturing combined with category-leading brands in compression, controls, software and monitoring solutions result in next-generation climate technology that is built for the needs of the world ahead. Whether you are a professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring your first opportunity, or recent graduate with an advanced degree, we have opportunities that will allow you to innovate, be challenged and make an impact.

Job Title Mechanical Modeling & Simulation Automation Intern

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated Mechanical Modeling & Simulation Intern to support the development of advanced simulation workflows for mechanical systems using FEA, CFD, and FSI methodologies. The role focuses on building automated, scalable simulation frameworks using ANSYS tools and PyAnsys (open-source Python libraries) to improve efficiency, repeatability, and insight generation for R&D applications. The intern will work closely with engineering teams to translate physical problems into computational models, automate simulation workflows, and contribute to next-generation data-driven and AI-enabled simulation processes. This position is ideal for postgraduate students with strong foundations in mechanics and/or fluid dynamics, combined with an interest in programming, numerical methods, and simulation automation.

Key Responsibilities

• Simulation & Physics Modeling: Develop and execute simulations in one or more domains: Finite Element Analysis (FEA) (structural, thermal, fatigue), Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) (flow, heat transfer), Fluid-Structure Interaction (FSI) (optional/advanced)
• Build physics-based models aligned with real-world engineering problems
• Perform parametric and sensitivity studies
• Workflow Automation (Core Requirement): Develop automated simulation workflows using PyAnsys (PyMAPDL, PyMechanical, PyFluent, PyDPF, etc.) Python-based scripting
• Create reusable pipelines for: Geometry setup, Meshing, Solver execution, Post-processing of results
• Improve efficiency of repeated simulation tasks and studies
• Tool & Framework Development: Contribute to development of internal simulation tools and frameworks
• Integrate simulation workflows with: Data processing pipelines, Optimization or AI/ML workflows (where applicable), Standardize modeling approaches for R&D usage
• Analysis & Interpretation: Analyze simulation results and extract engineering insights
• Validate results against analytical models or known benchmarks
• Identify key design drivers and recommend improvements
• Collaboration & Documentation: Work closely with cross-functional engineering teams; Document workflows, scripts, and simulation methodologies; Present findings in a clear and structured manner

Required Qualifications

• Education: Currently pursuing or recently completed Postgraduate degree (M.Tech / MS / MSc / equivalent) in: Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Computational Engineering, Applied Mechanics or related fields.
• Technical Skills: Core Domain Strength (At least one required) – Strong fundamentals in: FEA (stress, deformation, thermal analysis) OR CFD (fluid flow, turbulence basics, heat transfer) Simulation Tools – Experience with: ANSYS Mechanical / Fluent / CFX or similar tools.
• Programming & Automation – Proficiency in: Python (mandatory); Exposure to: PyAnsys (preferred) Scripting APIs for simulation tools.
• Analytical & Computational Skills – Understanding of: Numerical methods (FEM, FVM basics); Ability to: Translate physical systems into computational models.
• Strong problem-solving and logical reasoning skills.

Preferred Qualifications (Nice to Have)

• Experience with: FSI simulations, Optimization or parametric design studies.
• Familiarity with: AI/ML workflows in engineering simulations, Data processing libraries (NumPy, Pandas, Matplotlib).
• Exposure to: HPC environments or batch simulation workflows.

Internship Details

• Duration: 6 months to 1 year.
• Eligibility: Postgraduate students (currently enrolled).
• Location: Pune.
• Start Date: 01-July-2026.

What the Intern Will Gain

• Hands-on experience with industry-grade simulation tools (ANSYS ecosystem).
• Exposure to automation of engineering workflows using Python.
• Opportunity to work on real-world FEA/CFD/FSI problems.
• Experience in building next-generation simulation pipelines (AI + automation).
• Mentorship in computational mechanics and R&D problem solving.
• Focus: FEA/CFD modeling, simulation workflow automation, and Python-based engineering tools development.

Our Commitment to Our People

Across the globe, we are united by a singular Purpose: Sustainability is no small ambition. That’s why everything we do is geared toward a sustainable future—for our generation and all those to come. Through groundbreaking innovations, HVACR technology and cold chain solutions, we are reducing carbon emissions and improving energy efficiency in spaces of all sizes, from residential to commercial to industrial. Our employees are our greatest strength. We believe that our culture of passion, openness, and collaboration empowers us to work toward the same goal - to make the world a better place. We invest in the end-to-end development of our people, beginning at onboarding and through senior leadership, so they can thrive personally and professionally. Flexible and competitive benefits plans offer the right options to meet your individual/family needs. We provide employees with flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.

Our Commitment to Inclusion & Belonging

At Copeland, we cultivate a strong sense of inclusion and belonging where individuals of all backgrounds, and with diverse perspectives, are embraced and treated fairly to enable a stronger workforce. Our employee resource groups play an important role in culture and community building at Copeland.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Copeland is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.

Copeland Overview

With $5B of global revenue, Copeland is a leading provider of compression products, electronics, software, and solutions across many applications within Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration (HVACR), where macro and regulatory trends towards environmental sustainability, leads to changes in HVACR technology. Other products include other heating applications, food service and retail, transportation, and healthcare/life sciences. This new business also has a solution portfolio that manages, monitors, and controls refrigeration units in the commercial setting, as well as software solutions that measure and monitor temperature conditions of refrigerated goods in transit, where there is a greater emphasis on energy management/sustainability solutions globally.